Mikehump

Yes, got them back. Have been meaning to give some feedback. Overall the result was good, the US vinyl records were much improved. Just a little wobble but NAP. Prior to flattening they were only playable with a weight on the arm. The most impressive was a copy of Lisa Stansfield 8-3-1. I bought it new and it was like a banana when it arrived, completely unplayable. I added it to the batch out of interest as it was single sided and quite a thin pressing. Came back transformed. Again a very tiny wobble but it plays a treat now. Mike

Thanks for the feedback. I've taken the plunge and sent them off. By chance it was to 21stcenturyobjects too. When they come back i'll let you know the result. Mike

Fascinating! A bit like "micro-groove-surgery", I would have thought the record would need to worth a fair sum to warrant the type of workmanship offered by VPR. Mike

I've only ever tried it myself on market stall bits where I wasn't bothered about the outcome. Have to say none of the DIY methods have ever worked for me. I'll have a look at what Mr M says. Ta

Hello all I've a couple of vinyl 45's that have warps. Nothing sharp - just slow ups and downs. I've seen all the DIY suggestions but I wondered if anyone has used/has feedback one (of the several) people who offer a flattening and cleaning service? I'd say it was 4-5mm across each disc. Lynn Johnson -Wicked Woman and June Bateman - Possum Belly Overalls, not mega valuable but worth a go? Any thoughts welcomed. MikeHump

Thanks, I thought generic would be right. But i'll keep an eye out for some original sleeves to make it easy on the eye. Mike

Mike Humps sorted now thanks

Hello all I'm also in need of this years single. Same deal if there a a few about. Mike

Thanks In the description of one sold previously on Discogs, it said the record would supplied in a Studio 1 sleeve and i wondered if that was the case back in the day. BTW I should have written Coxsone (with an S). Mike

Hello all I know there a lot of Reggae knowledge out there. Does anyone know what type of sleeve this UK Coxone single would have come in? Cheers Mike Coxone CS7030.pdf

I see predictably that Kungs abortion is sold out at Juno. I couldn't have even brought myself to buy one to sell on at an inflated price somewhere down the line!! LOLOL Chortle, none available in London on the day. I eventually got one online. Purely for completist purposes you'll understand!! Hump

I think you'll find a pint of milk varies from shop to shop Mike. Fair point, and its not as if we don't have a choice. No one makes us buy records. I can't believe the prices I've paid for stuff - completely illogical. Regarding availability of certain tracks - I could find a copy of Kungs 7" anywhere.

The prices must vary, I though they were all the same. My daughter picked it up in Berwick St for £28.99. (Still pricey). Mike

Thanks chaps, that's sorted. Much appreciated. Mike

Hello all I saw a copy of Judy Clay "Do you think that's right for sale" on the sales forum. With a very different label (an quite a bit prettier) to the one I have. Is this a different pressing plant or a release in another region? Anyone know? Thanks Mike

Hello all Anyone have a copy they are prepared to let go? Please PM me - cheers Mike

That clinches it for me. Sigma, Delta, Epsilon plus the indistinguishable factory stamp and the record number, identical. Thanks a lot, but that leaves one question unanswered - WHY DID KEB WANT TWO COPIES?? Mike

A bit of googling says the Collegians are a doo wop group from 50's. SO I guess your right. Anyone got an issue to check the deadwax? Thanks Mike

Interesting. Its as if the pressing has used an old label reversed. This is from the blank other side.

Its reversed, but I think its says Zoom and "The Collegians" Will get back with a bit more info after looking in a mirror. Mike

Bought this on eBay about 10 years ago for a couple of dollars. It has CR-1008A and HAM in the runout but the "A" is more like a delta. Have always wondered if its from the factory or not. Help anyone? Mike

Yes Ady It was the dance hall attached to Poppies football club. I met Suzy there. You may have seen the attached photo before. "The Fantastics" live at the Tin Hat 15th June 1971. Which line up is not clear. Cheers Mick