RARE The Chosen Few Vol. 1 Sixties Psychedelic Compilation LP EXCELLENT

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• PLEASE READ ENTIRE LISTING BEFORE BIDDING OR ASKING QUESTIONS!
• I am liquidating many of my records (LPs, EPs, etc.), electronic equipment and miscellaneous tools to create space for a new laboratory (see cochlearconcepts.com for details regarding my research). The electronic equipment I have for sale has been well cared for and served me well.
• I am NOT in the business of calibrating, repairing or guaranteeing USED items. Furthermore, I am unable to test equipment that requires special accessories or software that I no longer own.
• Refunds offered only if item is different than described. I cannot offer exchanges because I have a limited quantities (usually just one) of the item listed. To be clear: I am not a retail store or used equipment dealer. Unless stated otherwise, you are bidding on USED items. Items sold AS-IS, as pictured, and with no returns: PLEASE BID ACCORDINGLY!
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• I do NOT use stock photos--EVER! You will receive exactly what you see in the photo(s). I do my very best to provide accurate descriptions. I leave it the reader to do an online search for detailed specs, reviews, and information readily found on the web. I'll attempt to answer questions pertinent to the listing. Product manuals can oftentimes be found on manufacturers' websites. Most buyers have a good idea what they're buying: I focus on letting you know the CONDITION of the item listed, not the detailed technical specifications that you can find elsewhere. I am currently writing a dissertation and do not have time to provide technical assistance for the item(s) listed herein.
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Thank you for your time! And now for the listing...

Special note regarding the sale of vinyl records: I do NOT use the "Gold Mine" record-grading guidelines. Here are five reasons why:

1. I've purchased records graded as "excellent" that I've would have personally rated as merely "good." Obviously, then, there's a subjective component when it comes to perceived distortion or noise.
2. I rate the condition of the phono record and its cover separately. A worn cover is one thing, a worn record is another. In some instances, the cover is more valuable to collectors than the album; in other instances, the record's sound is paramount.
3. It's difficult to judge a record's quality when the master sources came from vinyl records, not acetates. The sound of scratches and pops may be intrinsic to the record because they were already on the master, or vinyl record, sources. This situation applies to a lot of the Sixties garage rock compilations I have to offer.
4. Even a brand-new, sealed record can present with surface noise and defects because of age, improper storage, or for reasons that defy logic. For example, I had purchased a sealed, mono version of Talk Talk by the Music Machine. This particular record looked perfect (brand new), but the first playing revealed a lot of surface noise. Scratch-free doesn't always equate to noise-free. (In my example, the seller was totally innocent because the record was truly sealed).
5. I use high-end (audiophile) record playing equipment--refer to photo below. Please know, however, I am NOT the original owner of many records in my collection; consequently, I'm unable to give information such as how many times the album was played, what stylus and tracking force was used, etc. The best I can do is say whether the record has skips, scratches, audible groove wear, or whatever.

So, having said all this, I use my own rating system: The ELC Audio Engineering rating system. Records you buy from me will be as described. If I accidentally miss a glitch, talk to me and we will work something out. I don't hoodwink anyone. The only BS I have is my degree in Physics--and that's the truth.

Above: I use high-end record playing equipment in order to preserve my records. Please know, however, that I am not the original owner of many records that are in my collection.

This listing is for an original and authentic The Chosen Few Volume 1 Psychedelic Compilation LP that is in excellent+ condition (the cover is near mint). Because the tracks aren't from slick, digital (or high-end analog) studio recordings, it's hard to judge the record's sound quality (relative to a truly mint copy). I will state, however, that there are no signs of mishandling (i.e., there are no scratches, skips, or pops). The photos below are of the actual record being auctioned here; this way, you get a good look at the condition of the record jacket. Please visit my other auctions for additional rare records (to include The Chosen Few Vol. 2). Please know that this auction is for The Chosen Few Vol. 1 (one LP) only. This is my first week of listing records. I have many records to list during the next several months.

Here are the artists and titles included on The Chosen Few Vol. 1 (this auction = one LP/disc):

Side 1
1. The Gonn - Blackout Of Gretely
2. Tides In - Trip With Me
3. The Debonaires - Never Mistaken
4. The Shames - The Special Ones
5. The Mods - I Give You An Inch (And You Take A Mile)
6. M.G. & The Escorts - A Someday Fool
7. The Chob - We're Pretty Quick

Side 2
1. The Nomads - Thoughts Of A Madman
2. Things To Come - Sweetgina
3. Things To Come - Speak Of The Devil
4. The Mystic Five - Are You For Real Girl?
5. The Sleepers - I Want A Love
6. The Gents - If You Don't Come Back
7. Thee Wylde Main-iacs - Why Ain't Love Fair

My guarantee: If this record is not as described, return same item in same condition for a full refund (to include original, one-way postage).

Note to buyers, sellers, and eBay: Sellers have no control over UPS, FedEx, or USPS shipping costs or transit time! The goofy star rating is an example of how eBay has discouraged many excellent sellers. Fewer sellers = less cool items to buy or bid on. Thank you for your interest in this item!

Above and below: The front and back sides, respectively, of the record's cover. The jacket is in near mint condition.

Below: These pics appear in all of my auctions--they're part of my template--most of what I buy and sell on eBay is precision measurement equipment from my personal lab. Enjoy!