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THE GOLDMINE GRADING SYSTEM
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Grading Records The following is the grading system first developed by Goldmine Records. Virtually all methods currently in use for the grading of records, is based in some way, shape, or form, on this system. Visual or Play Grading? In an ideal world, every record would be played before it is graded. But the time involved makes it impractical for most dealers, and anyway, it's rare that you get a chance to hear a record before you buy through the mail. Some advertisers play-grade everything and say so. But unless otherwise noted, records are visually graded. How to Grade Look...
Vinyl Cafe vs Studio Makkuro Cork Coaster Set Assembly Guide
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Proudly handmade by Studio Makkuro in Western Australia from Portuguese cork which is natural, renewable, recyclable, biodegradable and 100% environmentally friendly. This unique cork coaster set includes a smart holder design which is easy to assemble in few steps. These coasters are printed on both sides and feature album artwork from the Rhubarb Jam compilations. UL GREENGUARD certification, eco-friendly packaging made out of recycled fibers. Coaster diameter: 100mm | Thickness: 6 mm Set dimensions: 100mm width, 120mm height, 30mm deep. Purchase yours here.
RECORD STORE DAY AUSTRALIA 2020 - COMPLETE LIST
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Record Store Day 2020 may have been postponed due to COVOID19 but it definitely hasn't been cancelled. This year's Record Store Day events will be spread over 4 months with events being held on the last Saturday of each month from August to November. We'll keep you up to date with any new additions to the RSD release schedule but to keep you entertained, here's the original RSD 2020 list. The best thing about the delay is that this list is going to get even bigger! ARTIST TITLE FORMAT INFO Alex Lahey Welcome To The Black Parade / Misery Guts...
Now Serving New Menu
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Need an excuse to get out of the house today? Then how's this?: We've now got a new menu running and Tanaya, Chloe & Ruby are back on the tools too. Yeeow! 👊 ****Take away beers available from 12pm!****
Documentary of local vinyl stores Rhubarb Records
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Back in 2018 a then student film maker Sean Symes hit us up to make a short documentary about Rhubarb Records. We're now able to share it with you. It's a bit of a time capsule for us and was filmed only 6 months after Vinyl Cafe was opened. You might spot yourself or a friend in the film. Please tag them in the comments below if you do! Many thanks to Sean Symes (Director / Producer)AJ Kanchuka Jayalath (Camera) & Callum Nolan (sound). Filmed at Rhubarb Records East Vic Park and Vinyl Cafe Leederville. Music by Psychedelic Porn Crumpets track title 'Buzz' from the album 'High Visceral Pt. 2' and Stephen Bailey track...