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dansomeone said:
Right, here, the "errant disc" returned in the correct sleeve is a completely unrelated Coltrane record, which was clearly not noted by Amazon. I get all of this. I just don't get why someone would go to this trouble without at a minimum returning the same title on vinyl, either an older version or the same but damaged version.

If this was an intentional switch, now this person has a new Neil Young record, no sleeve, and a Coltrane sleeve, no record. Maybe they also have an old/damaged Neil Young record and sleeve. But if that's the case, why not keep the Coltrane record and sent back the old/damaged Neil record in the new sleeve to Amazon, like @MikeH described. I just think it's an odd mystery.

Edit: perhaps (1) the original buyer actually received a Coltrane record in a new Neil sleeve, returned it, and Amazon just slapped it back on the shelf, or (2) the original buyer had a Neil sleeve only, and wanted the record too
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Check discogs. Maybe the pressing plant goofed up and threw some recent Coltrane discs in the Neil Young sleeves by accident. I know this has happened with other releases.
 
dansomeone said:
Right, here, the "errant disc" returned in the correct sleeve is a completely unrelated Coltrane record, which was clearly not noted by Amazon. I get all of this. I just don't get why someone would go to this trouble without at a minimum returning the same title on vinyl, either an older version or the same but damaged version.

If this was an intentional switch, now this person has a new Neil Young record, no sleeve, and a Coltrane sleeve, no record. Maybe they also have an old/damaged Neil Young record and sleeve. But if that's the case, why not keep the Coltrane record and sent back the old/damaged Neil record in the new sleeve to Amazon, like @MikeH described. I just think it's an odd mystery.

Edit: perhaps (1) the original buyer actually received a Coltrane record in a new Neil sleeve, returned it, and Amazon just slapped it back on the shelf, or (2) the original buyer had a Neil sleeve only, and wanted the record too
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I’ve seen cases where someone had a Neil sleeve but damaged record they bought from elsewhere (or inherited). Bought a new Neil record and kept the vinyl, told Amazon it was defective and sent any random record that they have a double of back. Then they get their money back, Amazon doesn’t check what’s in the sleeve. Boom you have a free record.

The more common scenario I’ve seen is someone buys a dollar store record where the sleeve is great but record is trashed. Buy new copy of that record, say it’s damaged and swap the dollar store vinyl for the new one. Amazon doesn’t check it. They just throw it up on warehouse
 
MikeH said:
I’ve seen cases where someone had a Neil sleeve but damaged record they bought from elsewhere (or inherited). Bought a new Neil record and kept the vinyl, told Amazon it was defective and sent any random record that they have a double of back. Then they get their money back, Amazon doesn’t check what’s in the sleeve. Boom you have a free record.

The more common scenario I’ve seen is someone buys a dollar store record where the sleeve is great but record is trashed. Buy new copy of that record, say it’s damaged and swap the dollar store vinyl for the new one. Amazon doesn’t check it. They just throw it up on warehouse
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Human garbage do this all the time- I bought Maxxis Minion tire for my mtn bike and the package i got was a standard shitty Bontrager tire that someone had clearly replaces and just shipped back. Say what you want about amazon but I was able to send it back no problem- that would have never happened at a bike shop because who's to say it wasn't me trying the switcheroo?
 
mingerton said:
Mine too. I plan to listen soon but I'd be interested in reviews from others about quality of the pressings since there was some complaints about non-fill, etc.
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Through the first three four.

Cold Springs Harbor: has the briefest bit of a crackle on each side once during a song, not that bad.

Piano Man: has a tiny warp that doesn't effect play. Sounds excellent.

Streetlife Serenade: Perfect. Sounds amazing all the way through.

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Turnstiles: Also perfect.

And the book that comes in the box is great!
 
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Hemotep said:
Elusive Disc's president's day blow out is stacked. Not everything is a deal but a lot are. I had to control myself, but I didn't do a great job of that...

They had several I'd been eyeing for at least $10 less than I'd seen anywhere else. So I was got.

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Super-worthwhile deal:

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Boise Cover Band Unoriginal Artists LP

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Russ I said:
Super-worthwhile deal:

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I second this. If I didn't already have it I would have been all over it.
 
mingerton said:
Asks quietly: Any Bill Joel fans on this thread? If so, read on...

(His "Collection" just hit the bargain bin at Pop Market for $73 and use the code WAX for another 10% off; taxes apply but free shipping).

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Billy Joel The Vinyl Collection, Vol. 1 on Collectors' Choice Music

The Vinyl Collection, Vol. 1, LP, Boxed Set, With Book, Photos / Photo Cards, Rock, 190759255216
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This was just too good to pass on. Many memories growing up in WNY in the 80s listening to this music.

PS Here's what's in it: Billy Joel’s first six studio albums and two live albums, including previously unreleased Live at The Great American Music Hall. These titles are presented in recreations of their original packaging and accompanied by a 50-page book featuring rarely-seen photos and memorabilia from this chapter of Billy Joel’s recording career along with an essay by Anthony DeCurtis.
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Wow, I can't believe I missed this one.
That is a hell of a deal.
 
Hemotep said:
Elusive Disc's president's day blow out is stacked. Not everything is a deal but a lot are. I had to control myself, but I didn't do a great job of that...

They had several I'd been eyeing for at least $10 less than I'd seen anywhere else. So I was got.

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Cabaret Voltaire BN9Drone 2LP (White Vinyl)

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Cabaret Voltaire Dekadrone 2LP (White Vinyl)

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Cabaret Voltaire Shadow Of Funk 12" Vinyl EP (Curacao Vinyl)

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the last three (awesome) cabs albums, solid prices.
 
Crabbers said:
Random question but did anyone get their order from Covert Vinyl from the sale they had on 2/2?
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My status is still order confirmed. I’m sure they got a lot of orders, but three weeks to ship is unacceptable. I bet Plaid Room was swamped with orders last weekend and mine still shipped in 24 hrs. I haven’t followed up with Covert because I don’t NEED the record this minute, but I don’t think I’d ever order from them again.
 
Hemotep said:
No. I emailed Thursday but haven't heard back yet. Usually he replies in minutes, so I'm not sure what's going on. But last sale mine didn't ship for a month.
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grendel627 said:
My status is still order confirmed. I’m sure they got a lot of orders, but three weeks to ship is unacceptable. I bet Plaid Room was swamped with orders last weekend and mine still shipped in 24 hrs. I haven’t followed up with Covert because I don’t NEED the record this minute, but I don’t think I’d ever order from them again.
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I was just curious..I’m in no rush either but ffs a lil update goes a long way
 
grendel627 said:
My status is still order confirmed. I’m sure they got a lot of orders, but three weeks to ship is unacceptable. I bet Plaid Room was swamped with orders last weekend and mine still shipped in 24 hrs. I haven’t followed up with Covert because I don’t NEED the record this minute, but I don’t think I’d ever order from them again.
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Crabbers said:
I was just curious..I’m in no rush either but ffs a lil update goes a long way
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It's just a one person shop I think. Not an excuse, but for those 50% off deals I usually don't care if it takes forever. I go into it knowing that now though, so it's not as bad. I've gotten everything I've ever ordered from him, probably close to 40 records from his sales and all have been packaged great. But very very very long wait times to ship.
 
Hemotep said:
It's just a one person shop I think. Not an excuse, but for those 50% off deals I usually don't care if it takes forever. I go into it knowing that now though, so it's not as bad. I've gotten everything I've ever ordered from him, probably close to 40 records from his sales and all have been packaged great. But very very very long wait times to ship.
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That is my experience, too. I do believe it’s only one guy. While it takes a while, I’ve always received what I ordered.
 
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