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Why Vinyl is still better than CD

September 23, 2014 eil991 Collecting Advice 1

John Peel - Why Vinyl is better than CD — John Peel – Why Vinyl is better than CD

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Allan Wilkes says:
September 25, 2014 at 12:47 pm
Looking for any collectors or rare vinyl of Rod Stewart
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Chris Barlow

5 years ago

Great record just as described. Quick delivery. Excellent customer service.

Tony Armstrong

5 years ago

Ordered in September 2020, Delivered in February 2021. Well, the good news was the second shipment arrived safely. Also, once contested oil was on it and responsive. I can only conclude the time it took to arrive was due to the British postal service. But, "Hats" off to Eli, they worked with my through it all and I got my shipment in the end. Sometimes it takes adversity to show you the Tre mettle of the company's responsiveness, Eli.com did great.

David Prichard

5 years ago

The best place to buy original release year of your favorite albums. All the albums I have purchased are Mint Condition. I live in the US and it takes about a month to get to me because of customs but worth the wait. This is the only place that I get my albums from.

Rob Whitmarsh

5 years ago

Absolutely superb.
I couldn't believe just how fast my item arrived. I ordered it during my lunch break at work and it arrived safely at my home address the very next day.
My signed item also came with very good provenance (a pass for a signing session that is well documented to have happened), so I absolutely know that it's 100% genuine.
I've used Eil.com (Esprit) before and I will definitely be using them again in the future.
A very good experience indeed.

Andrew H

5 years ago

Bought factory sealed copy of the Sunhouse album - exactly as described and arrived very quickly. Easy ordering process and a great price - very pleased, thank you! Would recommend this site and definitely use again. Great place to find stuff you can't find elsewhere!

Neil Mallett

6 years ago

No problems with this company. I ordered a 12" Vinyl record which I'd been looking for for many years. It came with very good packaging & is in as good condition as it would've been if I had bought it on release & it for years and I look after my record collection very well. So, I was very pleased to to add another prime cut to my collection.
I'm very happy with my purchase & would heartily recommend this company to anyone interested in adding to their collection.

Jeff Louis

6 years ago

Excellent Seller. Highly Recommend. I completed an international transaction with Esprit Vinyl Records and it was a great experience from start to finish. Their customer service was both courteous and extremely helpful. They provided detailed photographs prior to purchase to confirm record condition of both vinyl and sleeve. After completing the purchase, my record arrived extremely quick and was packaged exceptional well to ensure my record arrived to the US with no damage. The record exceeded my expectations and was in pristine condition as described. I would purchase from them again and recommend to all record collectors who demand exceptional quality. Thanks.

Ariell Choy

6 years ago

My vinyl arrived in perfect condition and plays exceptionally well. I would happily buy from Esprit Rare Vinyl Records again and again! I am very happy with my purchase. The packaging of the vinyl was superb as well. The vinyl arrived quickly and promptly and the seller answered all of my queries in a professional and calm manner! Amazing customer service!

Stephen Jury

6 years ago

The best place for all things rare records. I’ve been dealing with eil for more than 20 years and have NEVER had a bad experience. Items arrive extremely well packed and on time. Their descriptions of products are 100% accurate and are always available to answer questions before purchasing. Highly recommended if you are looking to expand your music collection.

Jim Bell

6 years ago

Excellent service as always. The vinyl and cover were in great condition just as described and the item was - for me - actually tremendous value. The record was dispatched and received very swiftly. Good work guys and I’ll keep an eye out for another tempting deal from you.

richard crook

6 years ago

First order with eil.com. 10 percent off code worked instantly and the price was excellent compared to Ebay. Rapid delivery and well packed. More importantly the item was completely as described. Will definitely be going back for more purchases.

Bri An

6 years ago

I've been a customer for just over two years and I'm well and truly hooked! I keep coming back because of the great range of goodies and limited edition/rare vinyl. Reasonable prices and items are always as described. The staff are also friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this site. But beware, its addictive!! Thanks to all The Team.

Robert Hamilton

6 years ago

I had been looking for this LP for a while now to complete the CBS collection of Blue Öyster Cult albums. I'm really happy I came across this site as the record and sleeve are in the condition as described. I definitely be using again.

Bo Thomas Sveistrup

6 years ago

Eil is always trustworthy. Used them for almost 20 years, with accurate description of items, and fast and safe shipping to Norway.

North of the Danube

6 years ago

A little pricey but very good condition

Thomas Skarratt

6 years ago

Super 45 and Online Record Store! Thanks.

Jo Plant

6 years ago

Am a great fan of both ladies and EIL always delivers terrific music!
Whitney and Janet that I never knew about are always a pleasure!!!!

Mauri Tuomainen

6 years ago

I am very pleased with company eil.com. Vinyl records have been in that condition as promised. Deliveries have been fast and safe. And finally they have a huge selection in stock.

Ani Banerjee

6 years ago

Absolutely incredible selection, product quality and service!!! I have been a customer for many years now and they have always been the benchmark for rare, mint condition vinyl and so much more!!!

Eelco Bakker

6 years ago

Great service and quick postage!
I live in The Netherlands and regularly order vinyl from eil.com. Orders are always received correctly and well packaged!

Tony Price

6 years ago

Both vinyl records arrived within the promised delivery time. The covers were as new and unmarked. The records themselves are in excellent condition.
I would be very happy to purchase from this supplier again.

Robert DUJMOVIC

6 years ago

Surprising pieces of our memories appear on the list of available items, whatever I happen to thibk I'll never be able to get, it pops up here. I'm still in love with the 80s music, and slowly but surely mu collection is growing thanks to this company.

Even in this times of delayed mailing this system works quite well, I never waited too long for any parcel. Their quality is good, and my happiness, as a customer, is fully taken care of by both availability of items, their quality and price.

Phil Wardle

6 years ago

I received my CD album Strung Up by The Sweet within a few days of placing the order.The album was as stated ,unopened and new.The packaging was first class and the whole experience from placing my original order to receiving it was hassle free and without any problems.Overall I am more than happy with the service and will purchase from them again.

Fernando Sánchez

6 years ago

Eil.com always offer good stuff. All records I have bought sounds terrific and the delivery is really fast. The records arrive always well protected.

John Norton

6 years ago

As always eil.com are prompt in delivery and perfect in packaging.
Much gratitude, Chris. Norton.

Mick Moore

6 years ago

Excellent service. Used quite a few times. Items well packaged and promptly delivered.

Ian Bowler

6 years ago

EIL as always deliver as promised. Vinyl as described, reasonably priced, professionally packaged and prompt delivery. Happy to recommend to other serious buyers.

thomas hemming

6 years ago

Great place to buy vinyl. Fast delivery and easy to use site. Records in great condition as described. Would recommend this site to buy from.

Nigel Mitton

6 years ago

Goods arrived one month after ordering - this delay was expected due to COVID-19, which is impacting on everyone's lives.
Goods from eil are always as advertised, well packaged and well priced. Definitely returning for more :)

Abbie king

6 years ago

Really pleased with the record that I purchased. Quick delivery even during coronavirus which was really nice. Good communication throughout and great prices. Excellent service.

nilda dovale

6 years ago

Considering the albums were coming from England, they came in pretty good time. They were in as good if not better condition as expected, in other words, excellent condition. Thank you!

Alan Wright

6 years ago

Highly knowledgeable staff means that you can be sure of buying the precise item you need for your collection. Stock is always well described, reliably excellent in condition, extremely well packaged and promptly dispatched. Always a pleasure to deal with.

Cathy Urquhart

6 years ago

Exactly what I ordered as advertised. Would definitely buy from them again. CD in great shape and I enjoy it almost every day. Thank you.

Ken Dunsmuir

6 years ago

Always first class service. I usually check this site out when looking for vinyl. Good prices and well packaged so never had any damaged albums.

Dan Maxim

6 years ago

This amazing album was at a bargain price so I couldn't resist buying it. It is a Zappa compiled collection of odds and sods, all of which is interesting to the Zappa fanatic and some of which is musically sublime. As someone who has been a big fan for 30 years I am being regularly amazed at finding previously unheard music from this man.

Doyle GIlliam

6 years ago

Have purchased several records from eil.com and have never been disappointed. Everything I have gotten has been quality merchandise in fantastic shape...will definitely continue to be a customer.

Thomas Barclay

6 years ago

Received kiss alive II vinyl. Perfect playback condition and packaged well. Speedy delivery. A1

Alan Morgan

6 years ago

Good arrive every time securely packed. This is a must when ordering vinyl. Have found that the covers are not always as stated , in excellent condition , small niggle but has to be said.

Matthew MacKay

6 years ago

I've ordered many items from EIL. The product is always as described, and the shipping fast and bulletproof. If Canada Post can't wreck a poster, you know the package is bulletproof! Any interaction has been friendly and positive. A perfect place to find goodies you cannot live without! :-)

Lennart Steiner

6 years ago

Fast delivery. Great customer service when I had some questions regarding shipment. Product as described.

Joe Newton

6 years ago

A really good experience, fun hunting through the website and a very comprehensive and diverse stock. My item arrived early, that’s always good news.

Philly Bob Squires

6 years ago

Really cool to deal with! I received my record in great condition as described and with quick shipping as well! Definitely will buy from them again!

Louis M

6 years ago

Great experience. My record was received on time and in pristine condition as it was described on the website. Would definitely buy from EIL again.

Stephen paynter

6 years ago

I have always found EIL’s assessments & gradings validated when the records arrive in the mail, enveloped in their quality cardboard mailers. I am an EIL repeat customer and will remain so. Many thanks!

Stephen Hewitt

6 years ago

I live in the States and ordered a couple of record I had as a teen. Unfortunately, when they arrived they had been damaged in transit. I contacted EIL immediately with photos and one they replaced immediately and the other issued a full refund. They are so professional and I will definitely order from them again. I was apprehensive at first being in England but those fears are completely gone. Highly recommend them.

Don Sveahun

6 years ago

My album arrived very quick, in great condition.
I would rank Esprit top notch

Paul Lloyd

6 years ago

Good price and good quality. Fast and efficient service. Thank you.

António A Mota

6 years ago

Excellent service, records exactly as described; very satisfied. I recommend. Maybe the best Vinyl Records Store in the world.

Spiros Demas

6 years ago

Everything is as it should be when I order from eil.com. The description of the items is accurate and the packaging is always right. I;m looking foeward to place more orders in the near future.

Roy Ferguson

6 years ago

Always a pleasure to deal with the people at eil.com. A great place to find vinyl and rarities you are looking for. Fantastic service, and if there is ever a problem - they sort the issues out swiftly.

Tracey Greco

6 years ago

Perfect condition as promised. Considering we're in a covid19 situation I was pleasantly surprised to receive my records the next day and very safely wrapped. I would use eil again.

Philip Mcloughlin

6 years ago

Never been disappointed with a purchase from Esprit & have picked up some rare vinyl to add to my collection.
Always in great condition with a quick response & speedy delivery.
Fully recommend.

Rodrigo Roros

6 years ago

The product came as described and postage was extremely fast! Will buy with them again for sure! A+++

TDK

6 years ago

Website is a bit dated and prices are a little steep however it doesn't matter as these guys have all the juicy rarities in superb quality!

Highly trustworthy, will definitely be using them again for any rare vinyl purchases! Thanks fellas.

Hans Müller

6 years ago

eil.com is a very serious site on net and 100% of all orders have been very successful. Very fast delivery, well packed and the info about the records is absolutly correct.
Have never been disappointed!
Top score!!!

John Fradley

6 years ago

I have purchased Vinyl and CD from eil for many years and I can honestly say that their quality of product and customer service is first class. All items have been excellent or above and I have never had any problems with the company. They do what it says on the tin.

Andy Campbell

6 years ago

I have now started my record collection thanks to EIL. The quality of the records is excellent and as described. The service is quick and each record is packed in its own sleeve. All very professional.

Phil Tennant

6 years ago

A superb site for vinyl enthusiasts like me. All the LP's come property packaged within a couple of days from initial purchase. The quality of these records is so good that there is hardly any interference when played. The big sleeves that we all remember are all neat and tidy with hardly a blemish. Nice one eil. I'll keep ordering.

Rhys Wilson

6 years ago

Excellent service and delivery. Considering it’s age this album was in fabulous condition. Realistically it needed a couple of deep cleaning runs on the Nitty Gritty machine to clear out some ‘crud’ but now it is silent and flawless. Excellent purchase.

Mr Taylor

6 years ago

Been buying of eil for a few years and cannot fault them. They are super responsive and great to deal with. I buy from Australia and package always arrive on time and well wrapped, never had an issue. Would 100% recommend this company for all your record needs. They are the best!

Richard Cockerton

6 years ago

Always excellent service, whether you are buying (true ratings, fair pricing, well packaged and prompt dispatch) or selling (fair price and free collection). Highly recommended.

Steve Bateman

6 years ago

Another superb Manic Street Preachers collectible. Thank You so much for your continued excellent service! A+

Duncan Bunce

6 years ago

Excellent service. I highly recommend eil.com to others. I received my CD very quickly, expertly packaged and I was very happy with it! A+++++

Vincent Staplehurst

6 years ago

A great Service, from a company I have used and been very satisfied with before. The disc was sent out quickly and in my hands in a couple of days. This was a Japanese Import and disc came sealed and in a new conditon with all the relevant bits and pieces. Awesome pieces of Music by two superb Musicians. What more can I say ... Excellent

Art Breyfogle

6 years ago

Yep, what I ordered showed up in a very reasonable amount of time considering it had to travel the Atlantic and the US to reach me on the West Coast...Quality of the LP was excellent and the price more than fair...Pleased? Yeppers!

Joel McClure

6 years ago

I've made many purchases from EIL. Always find something, great selection, more every day. Very glad to have EIL as a go to source for hard to find and quality vinyl priced competitively plus service is always excellent. Delivery to US is quick and reliable, can't wait for my next purchase !

James T

6 years ago

Order arrived promptly and just as described. Reasonable price for the condition of the LP too! A great first buying experience. Thanks!

Saeah Brophy

6 years ago

Beautiful condition and plays superbly. The album was well packed and it arrived quickly. I have placed a number of orders recently and have had a positive experience every time.

Mark Leadbeater

6 years ago

A really great service. Delivery was really quick especially during lock down. The LP was in great condition as per the description. Would thoroughly recommend

Lee Asbury

6 years ago

Excellent service. Great condition as described.

Craig Larson

6 years ago

Always reliable, fast shipping, superb customer service. I have purchased a lot of records and have never been disappointed. Highly recommended, without hesitation. As always, a very happy vinyl collector.

Perry Gould

6 years ago

Excellent seller of vinyl. Vinyl was as described and shipping was fast. Very good communication by seller. Would definitely buy from again.

Michael Serna

6 years ago

Amazing records at fair prices. Super quick/safe shipping to the US. I'm going to throw way too much money at them!

gripsfingers .

6 years ago

Always been great to deal with. My records and other merchandise are always well packaged and soon delivered, and description of records great. Happy customer.

Pam Bellis

6 years ago

I was very pleased with my recent order. The condition of my record was exactly as stated and arrived in good time. Thank you

Alastair Barrow

6 years ago

I recently had to replace my original 1974 pressing of T. Rex Zinc Alloy album that I bought on release day. Unfortunately over time it had become unplayable. I was looking for a really good copy of this 46 year old album and that is exactly what I got. The vinyl and cover exceeded my expectations and fully warranted the sales description. What's more having ordered it on a Sunday it arrived well packed on Tuesday. Based on this experience I fully recommend eil.

Jeffrey Phillips

6 years ago

These folks are among the most professional and responsive vendors I have worked with. Consistently strong follow-through with an expansive inventory that is as enviable and it is diverse. Simply great people.

chuckie E

6 years ago

Easy to order, packaged well, item arrived in great shape. I was kept up to date on the status of my order and prices were excellent.

Trev Faull

6 years ago

Very professional company pleased with the service provided and would use again

Peter Carter

6 years ago

Great dealer with polite, efficient and fast service.

Alan Wilbourn

6 years ago

Fantastic service (despite the virus lockdown). Record exactly as described. You’ve made an old man very happy! Thank you ?

Jonathan Wheatley

6 years ago

Quick service as always. Record arrived well packed and in better condition than expected. Top marks

Clint Miller

6 years ago

Fair price! Shipped quickly. Great communication

Lazar Markovic

6 years ago

Grosses Angebot an gebrauchten Vinyl Alben. Für Sammler ein Eldorado.

Ian Culley

7 years ago

Highly recommended. Excellent service. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Regular customer and always delighted. Record collectors are lucky to have such a good resource.

Keren Lerner

7 years ago

Great place to buy rare vinyl and always turns up quickly! And always as described!

Darren Mercer

7 years ago

Love this site - bought a few products, happy with them all!

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