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Shout out for Better Records

I just wanted you all to know how pleased I am with an online record store named Better Records. I've ordered several LPs from them and they all arrived promptly after FedEx shipping notifications (great communication regarding shipping). The records are always well packed, and in first rate condition. Many are original and sealed. My budget doesn't allow for the "hot stampers," but the regular priced records I bought sound great to me. The only drawback is the website is a bit tricky to navigate. Tom Port, the owner, has been quick to reply to any questions I emailed him. Anyway, I recommend them, and no, I am in no way afiliated with this company other than as a customer.
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mariasplunge
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I still undecided on the "hot stamper" thing. I've bought several. Some are amazing, two are ok. What better records has done is inspire me to search out the fascinating correlation between matrix numbers and "better" sounding copies. Truly fascinating. Vinyl reporduction is an art and it makes sense to me that sound can depend on the artist.
mariasplunge
174 posts
 
Bongo...If you don't mind exposing that info, who is you dad? Also, thanks for the encouragement.

Like Rlawry I too do not have the quite the time Tom does, so I would only do such a thing for certian special albums that I adore. There are artists that I value having great sound with but just have not found that copy that says "oh yeah!!" Like Dylan for example. He is someone who I might consider spending money on to let Tom fnd the ones that sound "just right" Something that so far has availed me.
mariasplunge
174 posts
 
One interesting thing that can't be denied...people are buying them. I just recieved their latest list of "hot stampers" and all the most expensive ones...gone. Sold out. Does that speak to something. Possibly.

Bongo..thanks for encouragement and revealing a little of yourself.
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