Selling old records online - the best tips

Old records are very popular with collectors. But where is the best place to sell the vinyls online? We give you some tips to help you quickly convert your records into cash.

Important preliminary check - find out the condition of your own plates

First of all, you should check the condition of your records. The reason is clear: the better your vinyl is in good shape, the more money there is. Pay particular attention to the following features:

• First, look at the cover of your vinyl. Are there any cracks, fingerprints or labels here? The same applies to the record itself. Here you should above all look for scratches.
• If your vinyls are a bit older, you should also clean them thoroughly.
• It is best to play the records completely. Pay attention to possible scratches or background noises. The sound quality is a crucial price factor.
• Write down any deviations from the original condition. You will need them later when you sell them.

Desired unique piece? Find out the value of your records online

You should now be able to roughly assess the condition of your records. The question remains, however, what price you can charge for the antiques. There are some indications for this:

• For example, you can browse fan forums, auction platforms or record catalogs. In this practical tip, we explain how you can get the value of your records.
• You should always make sure that the results found correspond to the condition of your records. Otherwise you could miss out on a big win or stay on your vinyls.

Almost there - find the right sales platform

The value of your vinyl is now certain. But where does the record sell best? There is no clear answer to this question, but some internet platforms are particularly popular with collectors.

• EBay is of course at the top of the list. The online auction house is the number one contact for many collectors.
• Record exchanges are also very popular. This website is currently one of the largest offer pages in the German-speaking area. The classified ads on eBay are based on the same principle.
• Decide on one of the pages and post your offers there. It is best to already set a minimum bid. However, this should not be too high - simply orient yourself on the determined value.
• Important: Be sure to list all the defects in your record. It is best to photograph every visible defect. Because nobody buys the cat in a poke, least of all from records. When describing, you should also use the common abbreviations.
• If you want to turn your records into money quickly and safely, you can sell them directly. The providers "Recordsale" or "sales-your-CDs" buy your old vinyls after prior viewing. The "Vinool" sales portal works in a similar way. The special thing here: Vinool makes you an offer even without prior viewing - even for old vinyls from the 1960s that have not yet been provided with a barcode. However, with these providers you rarely get the true value of your records that collectors would put on the table.
• Alternatively, you can go to a record store near you and offer your records for sale there. Unlike the online services, the chances of negotiating with the seller and getting a better price are higher.

Before you sell your old vinyls, you can digitize the records and listen to the music digitally.