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Paula Tsui's 1988 album "Farewell Is Hard" (Farewell Is Hard) is an iconic classic in the Hong Kong music scene. Beyond its moving vocals,this album also shows significant value variations in the vinyl collecting market due to different editions. Below,we've compiled key reference indicators for professional collecting and reselling,helping you better understand the value of your treasured possessions.
Detailed Comparison of "Farewell Is Hard" Vinyl Editions
| Version Type | Release Characteristics | Collection Value Assessment | Market Resale Demand |
| First Pressing | Released by Cony Records in 1988,with finely printed cover and specific serial numbers on the disc label. | Extremely High. Sound quality closest to the original master tape,preferred by audiophiles. | 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 |
| Clear / Colored Vinyl Edition | Limited edition,disc body is semi-transparent or features specific colors. | High. Due to scarce quantity,it holds significant visual and collectible meaning. | 🔥🔥🔥🔥 |
| Later Reissue Edition | 180g heavy pressing,cover font or logo may differ slightly from the first edition. | Medium. Suitable for entry-level audiophiles,relatively affordable. | 🔥🔥🔥 |
| Radio Promo Copy | Not for sale,labels are usually plain white,solely for radio play. | Extremely High. Rarely circulated on the market,highly sought after by seasoned collectors. | 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 |
Why is this record worth a high resale price.
- Recording Craftsmanship: The recording of "Farewell Is Hard" has distinct layers. Paula Tsui's unique alto voice,especially,exhibits a warmth unattainable by digital audio sources when played on a quality turntable and Hi-Fi audio system.
- Cultural Significance: The album's title track is an adaptation of a poem by Li Shangyin,a classic example of combining classical literature with pop music. This makes the record not only a musical medium but also a cultural collectible.
- Condition Preservation: As most records from the 80s show wear,if your copy of "Farewell Is Hard" has a cover free of moisture damage or tears,and the disc surface has no significant scratches (NM/MINT grade),its resale value will significantly increase.
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Paula Tsui's "Farewell Is Hard" album tracklist
1 Farewell Is Hard
2 Blue and Black
3 The Wandering Songstress
4 Sending My Love A Thousand Miles With The Bright Moon
5 Three Years
6 Moonlight Serenade
7 Endless Love
8 Love in My Heart
9 Evening Bell of South Screen
10 Cherish Tonight
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