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Records. CDs. Entire collections.

A new chapter for your music collection.

We buy larger record and CD collections. From the first conversation to collection anywhere in Germany, you have a personal point of contact. We agree on the valuation, handover and payment with you and take care of transport.

For the music. And the people behind it.

We buy music collections

Your collection. Our personal commitment.

Vinyl records

LPs, maxi singles and singles: we buy larger vinyl collections and discuss which holdings are a good fit.

CD collections

Albums and maxi CDs: offer us your collection. We discuss the details with you and arrange collection.

Inherited a collection?

You do not need to know every record. Tell us what is there and we will work out the next step together.

The process

A good sale starts with a conversation.

From your first enquiry to collection, we stay in personal contact with you.

  1. Step 1

    Enquiry

    Describe your collection using our enquiry form. An approximate quantity is enough for the first contact.

  2. Step 2

    Personal conversation

    We call you to discuss your collection and the next steps.

  3. Step 3

    Collection

    We agree on a date and arrange to pick up your collection anywhere in Germany.

  4. Step 4

    Payment

    You receive the agreed purchase price when we collect your items. Bank transfer is also available on request.

Offer your collection

What we look for

Music with character.

Whether you are downsizing your own collection or handling an estate, we buy larger music collections ranging from several hundred to many thousands of items. We welcome collections from private households, archives and business closures, as well as holdings from music journalists and nightclubs. Together, we will discuss whether your collection is a good fit.

We are looking for vinyl LPs, 12-inch maxi singles and 7-inch singles, as well as CDs and maxi CDs. For DVDs and Blu-rays, we are mainly interested in concert recordings, music documentaries and artist biographies. We also consider film collections of 1,000 items or more. Here is an overview of the genres that particularly interest us:

Rock

Krautrock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock, blues, alternative

More guitar music

Heavy metal, hard rock, punk, independent, new wave

Jazz

Contemporary jazz, free jazz, fusion, modern jazz, avant-garde

Avant-garde

Contemporary classical music, early electronic music, rare classical recordings

Soul, reggae and hip-hop

Reggae, dub, soul, hip-hop, rap

Film music

Soundtracks, film scores, library music for film

World music

Music from Africa, the Arab world, India, Turkey, Latin America and Southeast Asia

Good to know

Questions about selling your collection

Which formats do we buy and how does it work? Here are the answers to the most common questions.

Do you buy music cassettes?

No, we do not buy music cassettes for quality reasons. Our focus is on vinyl records and CDs.

Can I offer you shellac records?

No, shellac records are not part of our buying range. When buying records, we concentrate on vinyl.

Do you take VHS or other video cassettes?

No, we do not buy VHS, Betamax or S-VHS tapes. Music videos on DVD or Blu-ray may be of interest to us.

Are there genres you do not buy?

We have no demand for Schlager, folk music, easy listening, opera, operetta, orchestral music, compilations or hit collections. Schlager on 7-inch singles is an exception.

Do you buy DVDs and Blu-rays?

Yes, particularly concert recordings, music documentaries and artist biographies. For films, we are interested in larger collections of 1,000 items or more. Tell us briefly what is available.

How large should my collection be?

Our focus is on larger collections, from several hundred to many thousands of items. Include the approximate quantity and formats in your enquiry so we can discuss whether the collection is a good fit.

I have inherited a collection. Can you help?

Yes, we also buy music collections from estates. You do not need to know every title. The formats, approximate quantity and location help us make an initial assessment. We buy music media, but do not provide full house clearances.

Will you pick up the collection?

Yes, we pick up suitable collections anywhere in Germany. We agree on the date and transport arrangements with you in advance.

When and how will I be paid?

We pay the agreed purchase price in cash when we collect your items. Bank transfer is also available on request. We agree on the payment method before the handover.

How do I offer you my collection?

Use our enquiry form and tell us the approximate quantity, formats and condition of your collection. We will then call you to discuss the details. You can also call us directly if you have questions.

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