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Don't Wind Up In Your Vinyl Record Dealer's Pocket
As a fervent collector of vinyl records, you want to grow your collection by purchasing them wherever they are obtainable. This can be from rummage sales, auctions, private sellers or even the Internet. But now again, you can be duped suddenly so defend yourself from getting overcharged when you purchase your next piece of vinyl record, particularly when buying online.
1. Before purchasing, ask for references from the record dealer and confirm them. There are many online reviews from other collectors. Take time to have a look at them particularly if you're not sure about the integrity of the record dealer. Every record dealer should have a return policy. Don't neglect this when you buy a record; you'll never know if you'd need it.
2. Reliable sellers always have a vinyl records available though no one is seeking them. These kind of traders are always better than those who only make an appearance because someone posted a Want to Buy advert. Likewise, pick traders that have permanent websites since this confirms their commitment to their clients.
3. Buying vinyl records online is different from your usual shopping. You have to check its genuineness and quality in any way possible like having the record dealer play it on the phone.
4. Credit or check is better than cash. Paying in cash is not the smoothest way to do because it's hard to track down your online transaction. If you pay with money orders, send it using the postal system just like sending checks. Ask the trader to ship your vinyl record cash-on-demand, but don't expect him to pay the COD charges.
After you've certifed the seller and selected him, then it's time to ensure your vinyl records arrive out of harm's way. Think about these shipping considerations:
1. If you pay through credit card, you'd get a transaction receipt online. However, if you pay using the postal service, buy postal insurance and ask for a merchandise receipt to prove your deal. When you receive the package, you'll sign a card which the postal service will send back to the trader.
2. Because vinyl records should be handled with care, they must be packed in appropriate sized mailers with paddings. They must be mailed with additional protection like shredded paper, Styrofoam peanuts or other packing materials. If the record dealer wants to save on packaging costs, he has the option to use air-popped popcorn for additional paddings. It's not only economical but safe for the environment too.
Shopping for vinyl records online can be done safely and in the right way by remembering these few things. More importantly, you can assure yourself that you only get the best quality vinyl record at the most economical rate. Just because a vinyl record is expensive doesn't mean that it's the genuine and is high quality; don't be ripped off by these kind of scams online. Fake record dealers are rampant online; don't fall prey to them.
About the Author
Robert Benson
SoundStage Direct, LLC
212 Decatur St
Doylestown, PA 18901
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