BUDDY KNOX - PARTY DOLL - 1957 Roulette 78rpm 10" R-4002 used VG (Rare label)

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PARTY DOLL -

by Buddy Knox with His Rhythm Orchids.

Disc grading - VG

4 pictures uploaded, sleeve close ups, front and rear, disc - apologies for the tripod reflection - and a view of the label details.

You are looking at a listing for an item that is in excess of 55 years old. Surface noise and signs of antiquity, either visually or on playback are to be expected.

Use the 'Scroll Over' feature for meticulous scrutiny of the condition of the item.

Classic late 1950's No. 1 chart-topper, lively Rock 'n' Roll, if you're bopping around within 10 seconds you may as well just give up altogether and admit you're past it...

...and, for the collectors, this version features the less-common combination of the 'star' Roulette label, more commonly seen on 7" 45's, and not the usual 'roulette' wheel' design...

4 pictures uploaded, a variety of views, check 'em out.

Shellac disc.

Released on - Roulette

Catalogue number, taken from the label, R-4002

Style of music, from label details -

US issue.

Duration -  minutes in total, approx.

Matrix numbers -

Side One - LL 1174

Side Two - LL 3175

Please read the record grading guide below and familiarize yourself with the grades used and be aware of the full description in all aspects.

I strive to grade fairly, and have never sold a record without listening to it first.

Visual grading is not an option at all.

This 58 year old 78 I have graded as being in Very Good condition, as per the notes at the bottom of this listing.

Both sides play through with no jumping, skipping or any other audio horrors. There are the usual minor hairline surface marks that any 78 of this vintage would accumulate over the passage of time, but they are mainly visual and have no real impact on playback. 

There is the expected low-level and generally non-intrusive surface noise, typically common to any used shellac disc of this vintage, and which shouldn't spoil your authentic listening experience!

A perfectly acceptable shellac-to-mp3 transfer, with a suitable turntable. Keep it real but in a digital way! 

The labels are in good condition, with no major defects, see close-up pictures uploaded. In orange / red and black with the word 'Roulette' appearing to be slightly offset, and nice detailing of the single star, above.  

Tracklisting -

Side One - Party Doll

Side Two - My Baby's Gone

Any questions, email and I'll help if I can.

Rare version, labelling of note, and an original, vintage item, obviously used, not abused...price includes shipping.

Thanks for looking!

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Buy-it-Now, $28.99

Postage - USA - Free Shipping...nice!

Overseas orders welcome - $30, to wherever.

* Records are posted in dedicated record mailing boxes with 4 x corrugated cardboard stiffeners, and an abundance of large sized bubble wrap.

If there are any problems with the USPS, I will fully refund, absolutely no problem...

GRADING GUIDE FOR 78rpm DISCS

NM Nearly Mint, but has been played. No visible signs of wear or damage.

EX+ Plays like new, with few signs of handling. Minor scuffs visible.

EX Very shiny, nearly new looking. No visible signs of wear, inaudible scuffs and scratches.

VG++ Still shiny, but without the lustre of a new record. A few light scratches. Light wear. No skipping or sticking passages.

VG+ Above average, undeniably vintage condition 78 in which scuffs and general use have dulled the finish of the disc. Wear is moderate, but playback is not overly affected, and is free from distortion. Light surface noise, commensurate with age. No skipping or sticking passages.

VG Moderate, even wear throughout, still very playable. Surface noise and scratches, audible but not intrusive.

Good++ Quite playable still, distortion on playback due to surface noise. Music remains loud, in most passages, with scratches and surface noise evident but below music level.

Good+ Serviceable and acceptable playback. Music may sound muffled in some sections. Noticeably heavier scratches and surface marks.

Good Quite obviously worn and scratched, but music level is still higher than surface noise.

Good- Music still prominent, with wear and scratches extensive.

Fair Most of music remains audible over continual surface noise, although the vintage 78 experience is an uncomfortable affair. Collection filler material.

Poor Unplayable, and most definitely of interest only to the most dedicated... 

Please note :-

A word about Shipping and Delivery times.

I offer Free Shipping on nearly all of my Buy-It-Now items, and on Auction items a fairly priced Shipping charge (which includes USPS service and the cost of a dedicated mailer suited to the particular item).

Items are shipped within 3 day of the order being placed. Sometimes they are shipped the same day, sometimes on the third day.

CD's are shipped First Class, it's cheap and cheerful for them, no worries.

Records – all formats, 45's, vinyl LP's and 78's – plus books are all shipped by Media Mail, which is an Economy service and , in general, can take a few days longer.

However, if you want it delivered Priority or 1st Class, ask beforehand, it's not a problem and I can make the necessary adjustments.

Thank you for reading this.

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