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Sell Hong Kong collects Alan Tam's "Goodbye Romance" vinyl

Sell Hong Kong collects Alan Tam's "Goodbye Romance" vinyl

Alan Tam's "Goodbye Romance" Vinyl Record: A Classic Collector's Item from the 1980s Cantopop SceneReleased in 1987,"Goodbye Romance" is one of the classic masterpieces by Hong Kong music...

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Alan Tam's "Goodbye Romance" Vinyl Record: A Classic Collector's Item from the 1980s Cantopop Scene

Released in 1987,"Goodbye Romance" is one of the classic masterpieces by Hong Kong music superstar Alan Tam. This album not only witnessed the golden age of Hong Kong pop music but is also a treasured item sought after by many vinyl enthusiasts and seasoned music fans. With the recent rise in the revival of second-hand vinyl records and the growing craze for physical record collecting,this out-of-print PolyGram vinyl record,imbued with strong 80s nostalgia,has seen its market value and historical significance increasingly highlighted. We offer top cash professional buyback services for Alan Tam's vinyl records,helping your precious collection find its next appreciative owner.

💿 Record Release and Historical Background Information

To help vinyl collectors and sellers better understand the background of this record,the following professional information is provided. A record's version,release year,and record label are all important factors influencing the purchase price of second-hand old records.

ItemDetailsCollection Value & Notes
SingerAlan TamKing of the Hong Kong music scene in the 1980s; his early vinyl works hold significant value retention potential.
Album TitleGoodbye RomanceIncludes many classic hit songs with high popularity; stable market demand.
Release Year1987Belongs to the heyday of Hong Kong Cantopop; 1980s vinyl records are highly representative of the era.
Record LabelPolyGramGuaranteed sound quality and production standards of its time; PolyGram first-pressing vinyl records are a top choice for collectors.
Music GenreCantopopFuses emotional ballads with upbeat rhythms,showcasing Alan Tam's versatile vocals.
Record Format12-inch Vinyl Record (33⅓ RPM)Standard album format; analog tracks preserve the most authentic and warm sound details.

🔍 Vinyl Record Condition Assessment and buyback Value Evaluation Standards

Many customers ask: "How much is my old vinyl record worth. " In the second-hand vinyl record market,the record's condition is the core factor determining its price. We have a professional appraisal team that uses internationally recognized vinyl grading standards to objectively evaluate your record's value.

Below are the main reference indicators we use to evaluate the buyback price for "Goodbye Romance" and other out-of-print old records:

We evaluate the buyback price based on international Goldmine grading standards (M/NM/VG+/VG/G),comprehensively assessing the sleeve,disc surface,completeness of accessories,and playback status. Understand detailed grading standards

💡 Why is "Goodbye Romance" worth collecting.

  1. Ultimate Analog Sound Experience: The recording technology of the 1980s was at the cusp of analog-to-digital transition. PolyGram-era vinyl records are known for their warm,rich sound. Played through professional Hi-Fi audio equipment,one can hear spatial depth and vocal nuances that cannot be reproduced by CDs or digital streaming.
  2. Collective Memory of an Era: Hit songs from the album,such as "Friendship" and "Don't Say Goodbye," were pop culture indicators of their time and youthful memories for countless Hongkongers and overseas Chinese. This emotional value is a major driving force behind nostalgic vinyl record collecting.
  3. Manifestation of Physical Art: From the large-sized sleeve design,exquisite inner page photographs,to the physical lyric booklet,vinyl records offer a comprehensive visual and tactile experience,making them physical works of art irreplaceable by modern digital music.

Whether you are looking to clear out idle old records from your home,deal with second-hand audio equipment and vinyl collections left by elders,or wish to find a good home for your precious out-of-print Alan Tam vinyl records,we offer transparent,honest,and efficient door-to-door Vinyl Record Buyback services. Let classic music continue to circulate,and let your cherished collection transform into tangible value.

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Album Tracklist:
01 Knowing Each Other Like Playthings
02 Black Express
03 C-Class Love
04 Infatuated Heart
05 Season of the Guitar
06 Devote My Life
07 Goodbye Romance
08 Sound of Dusk
09 A Wound That Never Heals
10 Your Hand Behind My Back
11 Don't Say Goodbye > Lyrics by Wong Chun


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Which details affect the buyback value?

Artist demand,first pressing status,release region,promo or sample markings,lyric sheets,obi strips,sleeve condition and playback risk all affect the final appraisal.

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