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"The Best of Sam Hui" is a highly representative compilation album from "God of Songs" Sam Hui during his Polydor era,featuring groundbreaking classics like "Half Catty,Eight Taels" and "Wanderer's Song." It also serves as a historical testament to the transition from the twilight to the dawn of Hong Kong Cantopop. For vinyl collectors and the second-hand market,the specific version details of this album directly determine its market value.
The table below summarizes the characteristics of common vinyl versions of "The Best of Sam Hui" available on the market,helping you quickly identify the rarity of your cherished collection:
| Version Category | Release Year | Distinguishing Features | Market Value Assessment (Buyback) |
| First Press | 1977 | Vibrant cover printing,usually comes with lyric insert,disc matrix number starts with the initial release code. | Very High: Possesses the highest collection value,especially original versions in excellent condition with inner sleeves. |
| Early Reissue | Late 70 s-80 s | Slight differences in cover back markings,subtle adjustments in disc label design (e.g.,Polydor logo placement). | Medium-High: Sound quality close to the first press,a top choice for audiophiles for daily listening. |
| 180 g Heavyweight Remaster | Recent years | Thicker disc body,cover marked with "Audiophile" or "Remastered." | Medium: Primarily for new-generation vinyl enthusiasts,stable buyback price. |
| Overseas Versions (Malaysia/Singapore/Japan Editions) | 70 s-80 s | Different printing layout from Hong Kong versions,some versions may include special OBI strips. | Depends on circumstances: Japanese versions are finely crafted,and some collectors have specific preferences. |
- Pioneering status in Cantopop: Sam Hui was a pioneer in incorporating Cantonese into pop music. This compilation brings together his most iconic early works,making it an indispensable part of any Hong Kong vinyl collection.
- Excellent recording quality: Polydor records from the 70 s boasted extremely high recording standards,especially the warm vocals unique to vinyl,which perfectly showcase Sam Hui's magnetic voice and are highly sought after by analog audio enthusiasts.
- Stable market demand: With the resurgence of vinyl,classic Sam Hui records remain in high demand in the second-hand market,especially for items in Near Mint condition,with prices consistently rising.
When buying back Sam Hui vinyl records,we conduct a transparent assessment based on the globally recognized Goldmine Standard,ensuring your cherished collection receives a fair valuation.
We grade according to the international Goldmine Standard (M/NM/VG+/VG/G),and comprehensively evaluate the buyback price based on the condition of the cover,disc,completeness of accessories,and playback status. Learn more about our detailed grading standards
- Retain all accessories: Original lyric sheets,accompanying booklets,and even period promotional flyers can double the buyback price.
- Proper storage methods: Be sure to store vinyl records vertically,avoiding horizontal stacking which can lead to warping. Warped records will significantly decrease in buyback value.
- Keep the cover dry: Hong Kong's climate is humid,so it is recommended to use specialized moisture-proof bags to protect the cover and prevent foxing. This is crucial for appraising the value of "first press" editions.
We consistently offer high prices for Sam Hui vinyl record series,classic 80 s Cantopop,and various audiophile records from Europe,America,and Japan. If you have idle copies of "The Best of Sam Hui" or other old records at home,feel free to contact us. We offer free on-site appraisal services,with the most professional and fair approach,allowing classic music to continue its life with the next enthusiast.
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Album Tracklist:
01 Half Catty,Eight Taels > Music by Sam Hui > Lyrics by Sam Hui > Theme song for the film "Half Catty,Eight Taels"
02 Wanderer's Song > Music by Sam Hui > Lyrics by Sam Hui,Peter Lai > Interlude song for the film "Half Catty,Eight Taels"
03 The Couple's Song > Music by Sam Hui > Lyrics by Sam Hui
04 The Last Message > Music by Sam Hui > Lyrics by Sam Hui
05 Iron Pagoda Overlooking Cloud > Music by Sam Hui > Lyrics by Michael Hui
06 The Genius and the Idiot > Music by Sam Hui > Lyrics by Sam Hui,Sze Chi Hung
07 Past Love > Music by Sam Hui > Lyrics by Sam Hui,Sze Chi Hung
08 Dream > Music by Sam Hui > Lyrics by Sam Hui,Sze Chi Hung
09 The Morning After
10 Theme from Jeremy
11 Streets of London
12 Time of the Seasons
13 Interlude
14 Stay Awhile
15 Lost Horizon
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