Get the best deals on 78 rpm vinyl records when you shop the largest online. Artist names include ben albert, wilkie bard, herbert campbell, kate carney, harry champion, albert chevalier, tom costello, whit cunliffe, herbert darley, dorrie dene,gus elen, fred elton, florrie forde, harry fragson, lil. In this brilliant book, petrusich hits the road with these junkshop blues ahabs. The history of 78 rpm recordings yale university library. Dont spend more on the guide than your records are worth. At its best, a record store can be a hub for a larger scene a gathering place or a focal point, like an old new england town hall. Do not allow the records to lean as this causes warping. Dual are known for their crisp dj consoles but they also have a rocking range of record, cd and book storage units. Six books on record stores, collecting, and vinyl obsessions part. To keep a record collection safe, store your records vertically and keep them away from sources of heat so they dont warp.
I take pride in my record collection of just over 3000 78s, and as such made sure that they were properly kept in sleeves, and in an upright position, to prevent possible cracks. Rich in enigmatic photographs, it describes the cultural standing of 78 rpm recording from the continent of india. This book makes you want to get more 78 s and pop them on and enjoy. If you do frame your records, take out the vinyl and store it elsewhere, as. The term ep is still used for a release that is longer than a single but shorter than an album. If you do frame your records, take out the vinyl and store it elsewhere, as it can be warped if the frame is too tight. If storing them in a box, make sure the discs are fully upright and flat against each other, held in place with a. This almost makes you think 78 s are the only records you should own. Most of the pre1925 records one encounters today will play properly at speeds ranging from 7282 rpm. Other vintage disc records include radio transcriptions 78 or 33 rpm, often 16 in diameter, movie soundtrack discs 33. Sep 26, 2019 to keep a record collection safe, store your records vertically and keep them away from sources of heat so they dont warp. Just click on any of the above buttons to see listings. You should also keep your records in both an inner and outer sleeve to protect them from dust.
Produced primarily by victor, columbia, brunswick, and capitol, 78s were first invented by emile berliner in the late. Who buys old records vinyl record buyers who buys vinyl records for over 15 years, dj records usa has been in the business of buying used lps, 45s, 78s and 12 singles from thousands upon thousands of individuals all over the united states. Due to the history of the business, the large variety of music sold, and promotion of local acts, the store has had a significant influence upon local culture and the music scene within perth. All easily displayed and featuring some real bargain basement prices on used vinyl. Really old records is a great source for an eclectic selection of lps, cds, 45s, and especially for 78 rpm records. Mark berresford rare records the premier location for rare. The store also sold dvds, clothing and tickets to music and comedy events. Explore african sound heritage with this amazing mix of 78rpm records. Put them on a turntable and youve got some great sound. Megga books and records horseheads books, cds, comics, and lots of great vinyl. Before mp3s, cds, and cassette tapes, even before lps or 45s, the world listened to music on fragile, 10inch shellac discs that spun at 78 revolutions per minute. Records should always be stored vertically with like sizes i. I try to find 78 rpm records each time i visit a new place, but the lack of. With a nod towards books like last shop standing and old rare new.
Although i disagree with that and believe a lot of good music is still coming out these days. I have a large number of old 78 records and would like to know if its best to store the standing up right ot. Lot 10 supertone 78 rpm records antique worig sleeves see pic for titles. Theres also big sister hartland and little brother boston if you need more or less space. Still, many command good prices on ebay and other sites, while others fail to sell or sell at far below original retail. Teo was the top jazz producer for columbia records from the 1950s until his retirement in the 1990s. Before itunes, cds, 8tracks, lps, or even seveninch eps, 78s were the main medium for recorded music, socalled because they were played at 78 rotations per minute rpm. Also, if possible, avoid framing valuable records as the sleeve can get sun damaged. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. If you have old 78s and are interested in what theyre worth, contact me for a fast, fair and free appraisal of their value to you. A guide to properly packaging 78 rpm records old time blues. Ethnic african, caribbean and jewish 78s, particularly 1920s30s caribbean.
Jukn55s house of music, with tons of records for sale. Warren, whose price guide books have been the authority on collectibles values since 1985. Record stores are the mecca where music, records, cds, tapes, memorabilia and human interaction collide. I have a large number of old 78 records and would like to know if its best to store the standing up right ot laying down, they are going to have to go up in the loft. See more ideas about jazz blues, rhythm and blues and vinyl records. The record store book mike spitz photography and film. Who buys old records vinyl record buyers who buys vinyl. Petrusich enters the dusty realms of 78 rpm record junkies, and like rolling. Aug 10, 2017 the great 78 project, dedicated to the preservation, and discovery of 78rpm records, has put over 30,000 78 records online, all of which can be downloaded. Unfollow 78 records to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
Valueyourmusic the 50 most valuable 78 rpm records for last. As of writing, the site has 30,088 digital vinyl records available. Beginning in the late 1930s, 78 rpm records were usually massproduced, thus making them quite common. Our 78 rpm 10 record storage boxes are designed to properly hold 78 rpm and 10 records. One solution is to frame a cheaper version of the album, such as a reissue or an old beatup copy. Our boxes are super strong, properly sized and stackable. Docks book can help one determine relative valuewhat records are hot, what records are hohum. Jerome kern, richard rodgers, 4 record set, 78 rpm. Looking for willie brown 78s, paramount blues 78s, white test pressings and metal. Explore african sound heritage with this amazing mix of 78rpm records spanning everything from basic yiddish lessons like kosher kalories featuring. If youve lost some of the sleeves for your records, order new protective sleeves online. Framing your records is a stylish way to add color to your wall, and the frames are easy to find at most stores.
Target, urban outfitters, and amazon carry different styles. Sep 03, 20 the proper way to store your 78 rpm records i take pride in my record collection of just over 3000 78s, and as such made sure that they were properly kept in sleeves, and in an upright position, to prevent possible cracks. In chronological order from the oldest existing stores, such as canterbury records that opened in 1956 in pasadena or music man murray records that opened in 1962, to the most recently opened stores, the record store book respectfully marks the changing of the guard from the older to the newer generation of stores as each owner shares facts. If you are looking to sell old records that i need for my collection i will pay you more. Tom and jerry when your hair has turned to silver champion 16202, 1931 78 rpm record. In fact most 78s have little, if any, value to us but we will pay top dollar to purchase the types of vintage shellac, victrola or 78 rpm records we want. Unfollow 78 rpm records for sale to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. A phonograph record also known as a gramophone record, especially in british english, often simply record, is an analog sound storage medium in the form of a flat disc with an inscribed, modulated spiral groove. We buy truckloads of records from collectors, djs, audi.
The wild, obsessive hunt for the worlds rarest 78rpm records. Record store days takes a long, loving look back at the retail refuges that enthralled at least three generations of music lovers, providing a glimpse into the special alchemy that makes a great record store. Now that we can play music directly from our phones and wirelessly connect to speakers via. Box set 78 rpm vinyl records when you shop the largest online. I only have around twelve 78 records and i have thousands of 33 records and cds. From weighty 78s to feisty 45s, from eccentric eps to legendary lps, he brings vinyl recordings off the shelves and out of the crates. Jan, 2016 interesting sought after old 78 rpm blues records. Including the original larry david, hawaiian luau jams, and more the great 78 project, dedicated to the preservation, and discovery of 78rpm records, has put over 30,000 78 records online, all of which can be downloaded listen next. The value of old 78swith comments on 78 rpm price guides. My dad says there are maybe 100 200 single 78 rpm records in individual nondescript sleeves, but there are also maybe 15 or so multirecord sets in very colorful booklike folders.
Vinyl record storage 25 best storage solutions apartment. Old time record shack buy 78 rpm phonograph records. Joe lauro of historic music created the appraisal for a vintage record collection of 250,000 78s which were donated to syracuse university by the family of new york citys last 78rpm record store. Jun 04, 2016 the most crucial elements to the survival of the records are in boldface text. Discover and download over 30,000 original 78rpm records in. Lps, eps, 78s you might recognize these different types of vinyl records. Title strips, custom printing and printing software. At first, the discs were commonly made from shellac. Overseas shipping is higher, insurance is optional, but advised. Get the best deals on 78 rpm vinyl records when you shop the largest. I try to find 78 rpm records each time i visit a new place, but the lack of information makes it sometimes difficult, so i decided to create this list and this dynamic map.
The searchable database consists of detailed reports in an evergrowing database of items in this category. Dec 30, 2011 what is the best way to store 78 records. Weve picked out the portland which comes in 9 different colours and holds 600 records. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. In general, the older the better apart from rocknroll records where the newer the better.
They come with 3 deep sturdy covers and diecut handles that can be in the open. Buy records new jersey revilla grooves and gear 7324473149. You can bring your records to us or we can travel to you. Since 2008, redscroll records has been just that for. Discover and download over 30,000 original 78rpm records. While they are fine for flexible vinyl records, they are too thin to offer sufficient protection to fragile antique 78s, and all but ensure that they will break in shipping. Although the 78s we buy are over 50 years old, only certain 78 rpm records are of interest to us. Produced primarily by victor, columbia, brunswick, and capitol, 78s were first invented by emile berliner in the late 19th century. Sentimental over you 5 10 78 rpm records in book a177. Earliest speeds of rotation varied widely, but by 1910 most records were recorded at about 78 to 80 rpm. Rock, soul, funk, latin, jazz, soundtracks, reggae, avantgarde. It does not pretend to be exhaustive, i will add new places little by little, but i need your help. If storing them in a box, make sure the discs are fully upright and flat against each other, held in place with a divider if necessary. The most crucial elements to the survival of the records are in boldface text.
The groove usually starts near the periphery and ends near the center of the disc. Upon entering, right away you are mesmerized by rock posters on the wall, vinyl in the bins, and jazz, blues, hiphop, reggae, punk and all other kinds of music oozing out of the speakers that surround the faithful followers of the neighborhood record store. The great 78 project is a exciting new resource, since it not only archives a large corpus of important historical music which would otherwise be lost, but does so digitally, enabling us to apply the latest in computing techniques to the study of its high quality audio files. Creedence clearwater revival chronicle the 20 greatest hits vinyl lp new 5 out of 5 stars. I am particularly looking for records of british music hall artists on 78 rpm discs as well as on phonograph cylinders.
Early in her book, petrusich paraphrases one collector who compares chasing 78s versus vinyl records to collecting pebbles versus collecting. Written and compiled by two record store veterans, this lively and nostalgic anthologynow availabe in paperbackincludes photographs. Olsson, who was the founder and proprietor of olssons books and records, the venerable washingtonarea institution that once dominated the local bookselling market, died oct. Here below, is a look at my record cabinets and how the records are stored. These classic and new collections of favourite tunes are easily available as used vinyl records listed on ebay, and you can begin or add to your collection in record time.
Whats the best way to sell a cache of 78 rpm records. Valueyourmusic the 50 most valuable 78 rpm records for. The term album, originally used to mean a book with liner notes, holding several 78 rpm records each in its own page or sleeve, no longer has any relation to the physical format. In the room above, found via hgtv, record covers are framed to create largescale wall art, adding color to the white canvas. The colors of these folders still looked amazingly pristine to me over skype. However, turntables arent exactly everyday household items anymore.
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