🛡️ Shipping Details
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All items are carefully packed using stiffeners and bubble wrap for maximum protection.
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Orders are shipped via Shree Maruti Courier. If your area is not serviceable by them, we will ship via India Post instead.
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We usually dispatch orders within 2 to 3 working days of receiving them. However, occasional delays may occur — we appreciate your patience in such cases.
🌐 International Orders
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Foreign customers: Please email us your order (with SKU details). We’ll respond with shipping charges.
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We ship internationally via Registered Air Mail (India Post) and provide a Tracking Number. Please note:
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Tracking is available only until the package leaves India.
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Once shipped, we have no control over customs or delays in your country.
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We are not liable for lost or delayed packages once they leave India.
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That said, based on our vast experience, we’ve rarely faced any issues with India Post.
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If you’re comfortable with these terms, we’d be happy to ship to you.
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Delivery can take up to three weeks.
🚫 Note: We do not ship to certain countries. Please contact us to confirm availability before placing an order.
Returns & Cancellations
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No returns are accepted for brand-new, sealed items.
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We take great care in grading and quality checks, so returns are seldom required.
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In rare cases where there is a genuine human error on our part, we will consider return requests.
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If approved, please:
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Ensure the item is returned in the same condition as sent.
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Use the original packaging for safe transit.
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Prompt returns are expected to facilitate swift resolution.
Grading Guidelines – Vinyl & CD
At Shah Music Centre, we follow a standard grading system to describe the condition of our Vinyl Records and CDs. We do our best to grade accurately and honestly. Please note: These grades are guidelines — we’re here to enjoy the music, not nitpick!
🎵 Mint (M)
Vinyl:
Absolutely perfect in every way. Never played — may even still be factory sealed.
CD:
Perfect, no scuffs or scratches. Possibly unplayed or still sealed.
Packaging (Insert/Inlay/Booklet/Sleeve/Digipak): Flawless, like new.
🎶 Near Mint (NM or M-)
Vinyl:
Almost perfect. Likely unplayed or played once with care.
No signs of wear, scratches, or damage. Sleeves/posters/lyric sheets should also be in top condition.
CD:
Very close to mint. May have been played but handled with great care.
Packaging may show the slightest signs of handling only.
👍 Very Good Plus (VG+)
Vinyl:
Shows light signs of use — minor scuffs or cosmetic marks.
Some background noise in quieter parts may be present, but playback is still enjoyable.
Sleeves may show minor wear or slight corner bends.
CD:
A few light marks or scratches. Played but treated respectfully.
Inserts may have small signs of handling, slight wear, or minor indentations.
✅ Very Good (VG)
Vinyl:
Noticeable surface wear, scuffs, or scratches.
Surface noise will be more apparent, especially in quieter sections.
Covers may have writing, tape, or minor tears – but still intact.
CD:
Several noticeable scratches or scuffs, but still plays without issues.
Inserts may have tears, marks, fading, or minor writing.
⚠️ Good (G) / Good Plus (G+)
Vinyl:
Well-played. Will have heavy wear, ticks, surface noise, and visible scratches.
Covers may have seam splits, tape, ring wear, or heavy damage — but still functional.
CD:
Heavily used, with many scratches, though still playable.
Inserts may be torn, marked, or significantly worn.
💰 Pricing & Taxes
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All prices listed include shipping charges.
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GST is applicable and will be added to the final invoice amount as per government regulations.
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We aim to keep our prices reasonable and on the lower side, and therefore, discounts are not offered. We sincerely request you not to ask for additional discounts.