Are 33 rpm records worth anything?

Are 33 rpm records worth anything?

Rare and Valuable LPs (33 RPM) Many have values that exceed $100. Some sell for $1000 or more. “Most collected artists” records have the highest values. Most “Fans” LPs made after 1970 sell for $10 or more and some made before 1970 sell for $100+.

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.

Are old 45 rpm records worth anything?

Rock and roll and R&B 45s with the cardboard sleeves are worth at least $20, with many being worth more than $200. First pressings of albums have more value than second, third, or subsequent pressings. They are referred to as the “originals” that were purchased when the record first hit the charts.

What kind of music was on 78 rpm records?

These early classical records spun at 78 rpm and mostly featured European classical music, which was popular in the United States at the time. By the 1930s, with the advent and widespread popularity of radios, these 78 records were no longer sufficient to capture live-music transmissions, which lasted longer than any single disc could hold.

Why are 45 rpm vinyl records so rare?

Earlier examples of a specific genre can be rare and appreciated as a historical artifact. The commercial “Thats All Right” single by Sun Records for the then-unknown Elvis Presley is a highly sought-after 45 vinyl. Since records in the 45 format are rarely produced, its an additional reason for being collectible.

What was the first classical record ever made?

Some of the first records ever produced were classical recordings. Beginning in 1903, 12-inch classical records with about five minutes of music per side were sold. These early classical records spun at 78 rpm and mostly featured European classical music, which was popular in the United States at the time.

When did the first vinyl records come out?

The record format was commercially available in the 1920s. They were the preferred sound source until compact discs became more prevalent. Vinyl albums continue to be issued by some artists. The vinyl collectible market remains healthy.