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with vinyl record sales more than fifteen percent from the previous year is (858 000 “units” in 2006 as against 990 000 in 2007, according to Nielsen SoundScan), the comeback of this historical audio medium have bought, reached its peak? No one can say for sure, but one thing is certain, these transactions are not a complete indication only done things in the “vinyl world and how many records were actually sold.

These sales figures may be underestimated, and after set the exact sales figures because they are not always the turnover on the smaller ‘indie’ record shops where vinyl is not the best. I spoke with Virgil Dickerson, owner of one of these ‘indie’ record shops, SuburbanHomeRecords. com and Vinyl Collective (based in Denver, Colorado) about what it should be noted about the trend to go back to vinyl records.

“Certainly, from my CD sales, dropped and I have seen an increase in sales of our records. People want a tangible product to go along with their music. The record album artwork and the great sound of vinyl are also factors in the the revival of “detailed Virgil. “Digital music is missing the” soul “of a record, and it is almost a ritual, if you listen therapeutic experience with vinyl, the act of physically on the record, the smell, for rotating the record about the other side are all factors, such as to why people are in love with the format. “

But, the vinyl revival is just a fad, what do you see for the future of the record do?

“Some of our customers are what I will term as” lifers “, people who records whether they are popular or not to buy and may even have an extensive collection of records. And then there are some that are just on the go” Vinyl-train jumped its’ buy plates to be cool or because they are popular now, but it is always a place for vinyl in the music community, “says Virgil.

As already mentioned, is the owner of Virgil and operates Suburban Home Records, a record label that signs and some music from bands from all over the world and Vinyl Collective, a unique vinyl-friendly web shop. And with such an eclectic range of music genres from punk, Alternative Country, Heavy Metal, Rock and Roll and just about anything in between, to choose its customer base is as diverse as the musical styles, they offer varies.

We discussed some of the vinyl record formats that are produced, including audiophile vinyl, picture discs, limited releases and colored vinyl.

“In terms of colored vinyl, we do it because we want each press to be distinctive. Is a colored vinyl more common than today, say, ten years and is very popular, and people want it, so we appease customers by releasing it, “said Virgil. “We have some that are only one color, clear vinyl, and we have some with speckles and swirls.”

“Picture discs are also strongly and are tempted to, but much more expensive to manufacture per unit. They are usually without a jacket (they are kept in a clear, resealable packaging released), so that helps to reduce costs. And the sound quality is from good to bad, depending on the pressing plant that is used. waver Audiophile records are more expensive and produced 180-200 grams of records instead of our standard, 140-160 grams, “said Virgil.

We also discussed about the difference in sound quality between audiophile records and the normal standard vinyl releases.

“Audiophile records have better sound quality because a higher grade of vinyl is used and the grooves are cut deeper into the film, creating a much clearer sound. I would think that they are also less prone to scratches and abrasion, and withstand the normal wear and tear that a record gets use form, due to their thickness, “in connection with Virgil.

We talked about “limited release” and why they are not only popular but also more profitable.

“Now, instead of pressing, say, 5,000 copies of a particular host, we can only press 500th This helps to reduce our costs and collectors love this kind of publication, it is an unusual or rare own record which may affect the resale value of the data, depending on various factors like the artist, condition, etc. “

What other marketing tricks are used in the record business?

“We’re starting to get bands for a 7″ ‘split’ series. We are a pre-order for 7 do “and have been looking for several artists for the project, including Chuck Ragan / Tim Barry, William Elliott Whitmore / Josh Small, Fake Problems, Mexico, Rocky Votolato / Chad Price (of Drag the River committed) just to name a few. The artists will be a cover of a song that influenced what she has done today to do. We not only our own artists from Suburban Home Records, but other record labels and artists. And this is not so much a marketing ploy, since it is a unique opportunity for artists to hear from other fan bases that do not listen to the artist before the split, and can can also be introducing the audience to a different kind of musical genre that can not hear it , is. With any luck, we hope to have customers interested enough to collect the entire series, “detailed Virgil.

We have just the man behind the scenes, Suburban Home Records / Vinyl Collective, one of hundreds of independent labels to produce quality records and complies with independent musicians that are heard by the masses. Why are these sales is not with the ‘big box’ table record stores or major labels food for thought. But if Suburban Home Records / Vinyl Collective release quality keeps records, it is only a matter of time before they also have a “major label “will be counted and, as the sale of vinyl records move further up.

Everyday it seems we read about the resurgence of sales of vinyl records. In fact, in a recently released 2007 RIAA sales report, sales of the American music industry 36th 6 percent more Extended Play (EP) and Long Play (LP) records than the year before, increasing vinyl sales by 46 percent 2.

And the world of collecting vinyl records is also reaping the fruits of this renewed interest in vinyl. But how do you find a value in excess of these classic recordings, which is worth a rare recording, and what is the process for acquisition of such information

I talked to record historian and expert record Scott Neuman, owner of www. vinyl forever. com to this dilemma and some of the obstacles can be addressed. But first, let’s just write Scott and his background.

Scott Neuman is a veteran of the vinyl record works in the music industry began at an early age and became a record collector / dealer / expert since 1975. He has an on air disc jockey for several radio stations, has been working in television as an announcer and cameraman and has owned and operated a record store. And keep up with the time, Scott was one of the first “online” record shops, factory www. vinyl forever. com, which has an inventory of well over 2 million records.

I asked Neuman about the renewed interest in vinyl records and the appeal of vinyl.

“Listening to records used to enjoy a time with a few friends are hanging to hear the music and read the liner notes on the back,” said Neumann. “Perhaps you have enjoyed your sleeves gatefold in a personal way, because you just enjoyed the sealing material, you slip the cover on your pants by rubbing the corner of the plate to the knee, with out the plate, that’s always something” pop “of static electricity sniff and a slight under the vinyl. Then lining up the needle on the record after cleaning and sitting down to enjoy the fruits of your labor. All this is very hard to do with a CD or MP3. Records are personal, something with to share friends. Sure, CD’s are nice and so are MP3′s. But force records to listen to them. “

And what is the appeal, and can you me about your record collection.

“The attraction? For all the above reasons,” said Neumann. . All formats have their points. I’m only dealing with vinyl. I was a DJ for years and used to use the records to maintain in the Philadelphia and New York area, I did not just play records. We have a night of entertainment . As for the digital sound, I prefer the warmer tones, which I of vinyl. “

“I have a music collection and my favorite articles are not necessarily rare. I have a large collection of jazz from the 50s in good condition that I was not ready to sell. This would be first pressings of John Coltrane, Miles Davis, monk, and a few others. I also have some rare Beatles items that I enjoy even in a first state “Butcher” and looking for a cover “Introducing The Beatles” in excellent condition, not the fake. I also appreciate Gold and Platinum RIAA Award albums on various artists, various artists autographs given, and also Vogue picture discs, the picture discs were pressed to 78 records. Another thing I enjoy the owners are different acetates. These were used unique pressures of artists is just for test purposes and hearing and were usually destroyed after a final production of a product. You can sometimes hear alternative versions of your favorite songs. These elements self-destruction the more you play them so it’s wise to record them and put them away for safe keeping. “< br />
Neuman is also one of the world’s most prestigious record reviewers and offers this service at www. vinyl forever. com. There are many variables that go into what a particular record can be worthwhile, and I asked Neuman about the demand for this service and what makes a valuable record.

“Forever Vinyl gets more than twenty calls a day for clients, the advice for inheritances and gifts, charity, detailed Neuman. “As far as the elements of the assessment on the needs of the customer depends. For donations, we draw a number of different elements to get the correct market value for your collection. We have neither in nor about your collection to judge.”

What a record that make it worthwhile?

“What makes a house worth? Location, location, location. When it comes to records, demand, demand, demand is not.’s Age a determining factor in the record collection, the demand is,” said Neumann.

What gift to a charitable organization records, which may occur are the main obstacles to a person?

“There really are no obstacles for each other to say then search for a non-profit organization, to accept them. The IRS is very picky in terms of fair trade market value, as it should be. We should all pay our fair share of taxes. It is important to understand that the IRS will be the value of a collection of the opinion, based on the value and benefit of the company to donate the collection. If you like to donate the collection to a university, and they keep him for three years, may put it in their library and make the collection available to the students learn the evaluation will be in the rule. If you donate the collection to a thrift shop, will the IRS as a rule, what the second- Shop sold the collection and make each look appraisal value over that amount. Needless to say, we recommend a charity to use the value and the collection would find more then just dump the collection for pennies on the dollar. “

Tell me about your assessment that services are offered at Forever Vinyl.

“How do you know how many records are now in the hundreds and thousands of dollars. The amount of the assessments that are required per day, we have a reasonable fee to cover our costs, time and know-how for these assessments initiated. Our current fee is $ 20. 00 for the first element of the assessment and $ 5. 00 for each additional item. For collections with over 200 pieces, please call us 732-505-5337 adjusted for prices, “said Neumann.

“All the information, the following information-artist, title, type of item, condition (1-10 of 10 is looking like its brand new fine included), Label and Label Number. If the element is a 45 single rooms, it has an image sleeve? all other comments you would like to make about the product. Examples of this might be if it is copied to an advertising or “Not for Sale’s” if it is a test pressing or acetate, when it signed and so further. If necessary, we can and will travel to your location. For those of you with larger collections, we are working at a height of $ 200. 00 an hour plus travel, meals and accommodation costs if you have to come to you . This is only by appointment. Many of our customers have used this service. We can also transport goods to us for evaluation. Feel free to contact us for further information, please accept, we would help you, your value for your collection . bring “

Just as the continued sale of records and the interest in this historic audio medium its upward trend, so will the need for a vinyl record appraisals. Fortunately, we have experts like Scott record Neuman help us put a value on our collections.