How to Sell LP Records for the Best Value

At DJ Records™, we’ve spent over 20 years helping people sell their vinyl collections safely, conveniently, and for the best possible value.

If you’ve got a shelf — or a whole room — full of LPs collecting dust, you’re not alone. Across the country, music lovers, collectors, and families are rediscovering their vinyl collections and wondering how to sell them for a fair price without dealing with shipping boxes, online listings, or endless haggling.

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lucas H.

From my initiual contact with DJ RECORDS until final dispostion of my collection I was met with consideration, continual updates on when they would be able to view my records etc. Always professional and always available to answer any questions I had. I highly recommend them if you are going to sell your vinyl. They gave me a fair price, did all they said they'd do and left me feeling fortunate to have dealt with them. They are reasonable and fair. I live on an Island near Seattle so they had to come by ferry to visit me. They were on time and truly a pleasure to talk to and discuss disks. Easily the best choice I made when I decided to sell my collection of 50 plus years. Lucas Hess, Vashon, WA

JAY B.

I searched and struggled for quite a while to find a way to pass along my vinyl collection until I found DJ Records. Everything from first contact until Christian boxed up my collection was fair, hassle free and enjoyable. Thank you!

Murray B.

I have had 4 experiences with DJ Records in the past 12 months. Jeremy has been wonderful to deal with and the price I got was so much more then I was offered for a local company. They were a pleasure to deal with.

Martha M.

My brother left me his 65 year old record collection in his Will. I had no idea where to start. DJ Records worked with me to navigate the daunting task of partial liquidation. Great staff. Great experience!

Stephanie T.

While it may be disappointing to find out your coveted collections aren't as valuable as you thought, DJ Records made a fair deal for what was worth something. After doing much research into selling records on my own, I found that it would be a grueling task to try and sell over 800 records (if you look at the process : you have to mint, clean them up, take pictures, get them online, figure out how to ship, wait for the right buyer). The owner Ron arrived on time, during impending snow and carefully sorted thru each record. He made an offer same day and took all of the records immediately following. I was completely satisfied with the offer knowing I could not have done it on my own.

bryan A.

DJ Records were great .
They were very fair and wonderful to deal with

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🎶 1. Know What You Have — And Why It Matters

Before you sell, take a few minutes to understand what’s in your collection. The value of LPs depends on a mix of factors, including:

• Artist & Genre: Popular artists like The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, or Miles Davis tend to hold consistent demand. Rare soul, jazz, punk, and early rock LPs can be especially valuable.
• Label & Pressing: First pressings, promo copies, or rare labels (like Blue Note, Vertigo, or Impulse!) may fetch more than later reissues.
• Condition: Collectors and buyers use the Goldmine grading scale (Mint, Near Mint, Very Good, etc.). Even a valuable record drops sharply in price if it’s scratched or the cover is damaged.
• Completeness: Original inner sleeves, inserts, and posters all add value.

💡 2. Compare Selling Options (and Avoid Common Pitfalls)

There are a few ways to sell LP records — each with its pros and cons.

Online Marketplaces

Platforms like eBay or Discogs can help you reach buyers worldwide, but they require time, research, and patience. You’ll need to:

• Photograph and describe every record.
• Manage listings and messages.
• Handle payments and shipping (and sometimes returns).

For large collections, this process can take weeks or even months — and fees may eat into your profits.

Local Record Stores

Local stores are convenient, but they typically buy only select titles and may offer lower prices to resell at a margin. Some only accept trade credit instead of cash.

Professional Vinyl Buyers

A trusted, independent buyer like DJ Records™ offers a middle ground — professional service with personal attention. We travel to you anywhere in the continental U.S., appraise your collection in person, pack everything safely, and pay cash on the spot.

• That means:
  • No shipping.
  • No online listings.
  • No waiting for payment.

💰 3. Focus on Value, Not Just Price

When it comes to selling LPs, the highest offer isn’t always the best offer. True value includes convenience, transparency, and trust.

Ask yourself:

• Does the buyer actually know how to evaluate records across genres?
• Will they travel to your location and handle packing?
• Are they offering a fair, immediate payment — or just quoting a range?

🧳 4. Make the Process Easy on Yourself

If you’re selling a large collection, you don’t need to organize every record alphabetically or clean each jacket — unless you enjoy it! A few quick steps can help:

• Keep your records together in one space.
• Note any particularly rare, autographed, or sealed albums.
• Avoid storing records in damp or hot areas before the appraisal.

❤️ 5. Trust and Transparency Go a Long Way

The vinyl market has changed a lot in the last decade. Online hype can make it hard to tell what’s really valuable and what’s not. That’s why sellers value DJ Records™ — we offer:

• Decades of experience evaluating LPs across every genre.
• Personalized, honest service from a locally owned company.
• Fair cash offers based on real market demand.

We’re not a faceless corporate buyer — we’re collectors ourselves, and we treat every collection with care.