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Etta James - The Second Time Around (incl. mp3) (180g)
Etta James - The Second Time Around (incl. mp3) (180g)
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Etta James – The Second Time Around | 180g Vinyl LP
Step into the golden era of vocal R&B with Etta James's seminal 1961 album, The Second Time Around. This essential Etta James vinyl captures her unparalleled voice, delivering a potent blend of blues and pop sensibilities that defined an iconic sound. Experience the raw emotion and sophisticated arrangements on this classic vinyl LP.
About the Album
Following her groundbreaking debut, The Second Time Around further solidified Etta James's status as a vocal powerhouse. Released in 1961, this record showcases her remarkable ability to navigate heartfelt ballads alongside upbeat R&B numbers, cementing her unique position at the intersection of soul, blues, and pop music. It's a cornerstone in the Etta James discography, reflecting her dynamic range and emotional depth.
The Vinyl Experience
This 180-gram pressing offers a truly immersive listening experience, bringing Etta James's powerful vocals to life with exceptional clarity and depth. Drop the needle onto these grooves and rediscover the rich, warm analog sound that only a meticulously crafted audiophile vinyl can deliver, perfect for any serious collector's turntable.
- Format: Vinyl LP
- Artist: Etta James
- Label: WaxTime
- Genre: Blues, Pop, R&B
- Perfect For: Audiophiles, R&B collectors, fans of classic vocal performances, 1960s music enthusiasts
Collector's Note
Few records from the early 1960s capture the raw emotion and sophisticated artistry of a vocalist quite like The Second Time Around. This album remains a testament to Etta James's enduring legacy, a timeless piece for any discerning Blues vinyl LP collection.
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• Asia & Europe: 1 - 10 business days (USPS First Class, Priority, FedEx Express)
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Our dedicated vault team carefully packages and ships all orders within 24 to 48 hours. You will receive a tracking link immediately upon shipment so you can trace your package journey to your sound system.
We ship every vinyl record in premium double walled heavy duty cardboard mailers with thick bubble inserts and extra corner protectors. LPs are placed behind the jacket during transit to completely eliminate seam splits ensuring your record arrives in pristine condition.
To maintain our uncompromising grading integrity and preserve the delicate nature of physical media all vinyl record sales are final. Because our curators double inspect every copy under high intensity light and play test rare releases to verify audio fidelity we guarantee the exact condition and authenticity described before it leaves our vault.
We recommend gently wiping the record with a carbon fiber anti static brush before and after every playback to remove surface dust. For deep cleaning always use specialized alcohol free record cleaning fluid and a microfiber cloth wiping in a gentle circular motion following the grooves.
We strictly adhere to the Goldmine Grading Standard. Every archive copy is meticulously inspected under high intensity light. Any pre owned or rare import pressings are professionally play tested to guarantee the exact audio fidelity and grade described.
A 180g record is significantly thicker and heavier than standard vintage pressings. This added weight provides superior physical stability on the turntable platter reducing wow and flutter during playback and protecting the record from warping over time under changing temperature conditions.
Our expert curators spend years building direct networks with licensed international distributors private estates and legendary collectors around the globe. We only acquire original copy presses from verified RIAA certified pressing plants and trusted historic suppliers ensuring every archive item is one hundred percent authentic.