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I would advise to avoid amazon for vinyl purchases

In the past, I have ordered quite a few LPs from amazon.com Most of them have been warped to some degree. I returned them and got replacements that were warped as well. I finally got a refund after arguing back and forth about the product being opened. Amazon doesn't pack the LPs as well as some of the other respected music vendors. You will be better served to stick with music direct, acoustic sounds or elusivedisc. I have always had good luck from the vendors above. Just thought I would let you guys know about my experiences.
andyprice44
actusreus
733 posts
 
I think Sam Tellig from Stereophile reported the exact same problem with Amazon a while ago. He was talking about purchasing directly from Amazon, not a private vendor, which makes sense as it'd be unfair to blame Amazon for something they have no control over.

I'd add soundstagedirect.com to the list of the online record retailers. They usually ship for free over $30, which is a nice perk. And the packing job is always top notch.
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ghosthouse
4,319 posts
 
Recent vinyl purchased through Amazon (Metheny/Haden "80/81" Import) and shipped by "The Connection" seems just great to me. I would buy vinyl through Amazon again.
dopogue
1,773 posts
 
I've had good luck buying vinyl through Amazon. Their packaging has improved a lot compared to the first ones I ordered, but none of the actual LPs was damaged in any way, or warped.
stevecham
3,340 posts
 
I also have had good luck so far (tapping head to knock on wood) with used vinyl though Amazon resellers, inclusing some stellar first pressing Steely dan recordings.

Also, Discogs is another source I use frequently.
adam18
670 posts
 
No problems with Amazon.... I have also bought many albums from Dustygroove.com and they have always been delivered in terrific condition. They are a great source for jazz, blues, funk, and lots of great music. No connection with them.....just a very satisfied customer.
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