Between streaming and digital playlists, vinyl seemed doomed to disappear. However, these iconic records from the 1950s to the 1980s are enjoying a second lease of life. Why this sudden craze? First of all, because music lovers are rediscovering the pleasure of listening to an album in physical format, with its unique crackle and artwork-inspired covers. And let's be honest, a vinyl record sits proudly in a living room, much more than a Spotify playlist.
An unexpected comeback
For some collectors, vinyl is more than just listening. It's an object full of memories and prestige. Imagine a rare Beatles or David Bowie album in your collection... Enough to impress your friends while having an investment that increases in value.
To assess the value of your records, a few criteria are essential: rarity, condition, and artist. A rare vinyl, little distributed at the time and in impeccable condition, can reach impressive sums, as the site Noovo Moi points out. For example, "Yesterday and Today" by the Beatles, with its famous "butchers sleeve" removed from sale, can sell for between 12,500 and 105,000 euros depending on its condition.
Another striking example: "The Black Album" by Prince. Released in 1987, this record with its exceptional sound quality saw its value climb to nearly 30,000 euros at auction. In a different register, "Kind of Blue" by Miles Davis, although produced in millions of copies, remains a must-have for jazz lovers. Its value reaches up to 550 euros in perfect condition.
French songs are not left out
French vinyl records have also seen a resurgence in interest in recent years, with some reaching impressive values on the collectors' market. Among the most sought-after is Jean-Michel Jarre's "The Essential," released in 1983, which can sell for up to US$30,000 at auction, its rarity being due to the artist's supposed destruction of the pressing matrix. Johnny Hallyday's records are also highly sought after, including a 45 rpm record pressed in Turkey, of which fewer than 100 copies exist, which sold for €15,000.
Other French artists are seeing their vinyl records increase in value, such as Serge Gainsbourg with his album "Histoire de Melody Nelson," whose first editions in good condition can fetch between €250 and €500. Collectors are also interested in France Gall's records, which are particularly sought after. The value of these vinyl records depends on several factors, including their rarity, their condition, and the interest of collectors in the artist or album in question.
To find out if your vinyl records are worth a fortune, visit specialized sites like Popsike or Discogs. These platforms not only allow you to estimate the value of your records, but also to sell them to enthusiasts. You can also follow auctions to see what's trending.
And if you have old but damaged vinyl records, don't despair! They may still have sentimental value or be used to decorate your walls while they wait for their price to rise.
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