Are old 33 records worth anything?

If the record is in good condition (and note that some records/genres/artists are more popular, and would be worth more), it will probably be around $15-$20. Special editions, signed or rare albums will fetch higher dollar amounts, even up to several hundred dollars.
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How do I know if my vinyl records are valuable?

Here are four ways to determine the value of a vinyl record or record collection:
  1. Check record prices online. Use these online resources to check vinyl records values: ...
  2. Get a record price guide. You can purchase vinyl record price guides such as the following: ...
  3. Get your records appraised. ...
  4. Ask record stores, online and off.
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What can I do with old 33 records?

How to Dispose of Old Vinyl Records
  1. Sell old vinyl records on eBay. ...
  2. Sell records at a garage sale or flea market. ...
  3. Place a classified ad in your local paper or in your local area of Craigslist. ...
  4. Call your local library and see if they accept donations of vinyl records.
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What are the most valuable 33 rpm records?

The 10 most expensive vinyl records ever sold
  • The Beatles: Yesterday & Today - $125,000. ...
  • John Lennon & Yoko Ono: Double Fantasy - $150,000. ...
  • The Beatles: Sgt. ...
  • Elvis Presley: 'My Happiness' - $300,000. ...
  • The Beatles: The Beatles (White Album) - $790,000. ...
  • Wu-Tang Clan: Once Upon a Time in Shaolin - $2 million.
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What kind of vinyl records are worth money?

Those Were the Days: 25+ Best Vinyl Records Worth a Fortune Today
  • Elvis Presley, 'That's All Right' (1954) ...
  • The Beatles, 'Please Please Me' (1963) ...
  • Miles Davis, 'Kind of Blue' (1959) ...
  • The Who, 'The Who Sell Out' (1967) ...
  • Nirvana, 'Bleach' (1989) ...
  • XTC, 'Science Friction' (1977) ...
  • David Bowie, 'The Prettiest Star' (1973)
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What are my Records Worth? Identifying Rare



Who will buy old vinyl records?

Try one or more of these venues to sell your vinyl music records for profit.
  1. Discogs. The internet has made it so much easier to reach more people with the products you are selling. ...
  2. eBay. ...
  3. Nationwide Record Stores. ...
  4. Local Record Stores. ...
  5. Sell Directly To Local Buyers. ...
  6. Your Website.
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What is the best way to sell old vinyl records?

How to Sell Vinyl Records for Cash
  1. Record/Music Stores. One of the best (and fastest) ways to sell your vinyl records is by bringing them to record or music stores near you. ...
  2. eBay. Another popular place to sell vinyl records is on eBay. ...
  3. Discogs. ...
  4. Flea Markets. ...
  5. Used Bookstores. ...
  6. CDandLP.com.
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What to do with old records?

10 DIY Projects for Your Old Vinyl Records
  1. Wall Art: ...
  2. Dream Catcher: ...
  3. Clock: ...
  4. Frame the Album Covers: ...
  5. Make a Mirror Frame: ...
  6. Record Hat & Coat Rack: ...
  7. Record Cupcake Stand: ...
  8. Vinyl Record Bookends:
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How much are Beatles 45 records worth?

That record is probably worth about 2,500 dollars. On the memorabilia side, the things I treasure most are my autographs. An autograph is very personal, it wasn't manufactured, it wasn't a toy. I have an authorized, authentic set of Beatles autographs.
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Should I get rid of my vinyl records?

If you don't really listen to a record anymore, what's the point in keeping it? Yes, you might have some records that are worth holding onto because of monetary value, but at the end of the day, if all it's doing is sitting there not being used, then it's probably time to get rid of it.
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Are old 78 records worth anything?

He said that on average a rare jazz 78 might sell for $1,500 to $5,000, whereas sales for a comparable blues record would start at $5,000.
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What is the rarest vinyl record?

Rarest Vinyl Ever: A Guide To 10 Of The Most Expensive Records
  • 4: Prince: 'The Black Album' (LP, 1987) ...
  • 3: The Beatles: 'The Beatles' (2LP, 1969) ...
  • 2: Sex Pistols: God Save The Queen (7” single, 1977) ...
  • 1: The Quarrymen: That'll Be The Day/In Spite Of All The Danger (10” acetate, 1958)
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How do you value a record collection?

Steps to Estimate Vinyl Record Values
  1. Set up a workspace, gather all records and find a bright light.
  2. Check to see the release, or version, of the record.
  3. Grade the condition of the record using the Goldmine standard.
  4. Annotate release and condition.
  5. Reference release and condition against a pricing guide.
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Are albums from the 60's and 70's worth anything?

And generally speaking, rare records from the 60s and 70s (the 'golden era' of music) which only had a few hundred copies pressed are the most valuable (even if that band is largely unknown), commanding four-figure sums in some cases Moreover, singles in many cases are more valuable than both EPs and LPs.
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Are Elvis Presley albums worth anything?

Elvis records don't tend to sell for much, given that most teenagers in 1950s America bought them by the bucketload. However, certain records are worth a pretty penny, and a fair few feature in our ranking. Have a look out for mono copies of the King's debut album. These can sell for up to $500 (£425).
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Do pawn shops take vinyl records?

1. Classic Vinyl Records. There's a resurgence happening across America: Vinyl is coming back! Your old vinyl record collection is more valuable than you may think, but your local pawnshop knows it.
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Are any 45 records worth anything?

Rock and roll and R&B 45s with picture sleeves that were pressed in the 1950's have a value of at least $10, with many being valued at more than $100. EPs were only made in the 50's and 60's. Rock and roll and R&B 45s with the cardboard sleeves are worth at least $20, with many being worth more than $200.
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What CDs are worth money?

11 surprisingly valuable CDs you might own
  • Prince – My Name was Price (Japan-only compilation)
  • Value: $4,500-5,000.
  • Rolling Stones/Paul McCartney/Queen – The Greatest (Japan-only box set)
  • Value: Up to £2,500, or $5,078 equiv.
  • Rolling Stones – Steel Wheels Japan Tour (Japan-only compilation)
  • Value: $4,400-4,600.
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What is the rarest 45 record?

There are only two known copies of Do I Love You (Indeed I Do), a rare 45-rpm Northern soul track by Frank Wilson, one of which sold for $37,000 in 2009.
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Where can I sell records online?

Best Places to Buy and Sell Vinyl Records Online
  • Discogs.
  • Amoeba Music.
  • Boomkat.
  • Vinyl Loop.
  • Ebay.
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What records are rare?

10 Rarest Vinyl Records Ever Released
  • Aphex Twin's Caustic Window Test Recording.
  • The Beatles “Till There Was You” and “Hello Little Girl”
  • Sealed Copy of The Beatles Yesterday and Today.
  • Sealed Copy of Rammellzee Vs K-Rob's “Beat Bop”
  • Frank Wilson's “Do I Love You (Indeed I Do)”
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What's the difference between 78 and 33 records?

78s hold about five minutes of music, while 33s hold up to approximately 20 minutes. 78 RPM records have a faster RPM speed than both 33 and 45 RPM records. 78s have wider grooves than vinyl records, which means that the stylus also needs to be wider. 78 RPM records are mono and are only heard through one channel.
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What are the most sought after 78 records?

Chasing The World's Rarest 78 RPM Records
  • Hear a few notable recordings from the 78 RPM era, as picked by guests Amanda Petrusich & Chris King:
  • Geeshie Wiley, "Last Kind Word Blues"
  • Willie Brown, "Future Blues"
  • Skip James, "Devil Got My Woman"
  • Blind Uncle Gaspard, "Sur Le Borde de L'eau"
  • Sylvester Weaver, "Guitar Rag"
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How much are Elvis 78 records worth?

The 78 rpm record, with its tattered yellow label, was once valued at $500,000 by Record Collector magazine, but in reality sold for $240,000 dollars (£160,000) in the Graceland auction. With a 25% auction house premium of $60,000 dollars (£40,000), the total buyer price came to $300,000.
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