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Alan Tam "Love Trap" Authentic Vinyl Buyback | Hong Kang Trading

Alan Tam "Love Trap" Authentic Vinyl Buyback | Hong Kang Trading

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Alan Tam Classic Vinyl Record Collection Guide

To help collectors and customers accurately understand the value of their treasured collections, Hong Kang Trading has compiled essential identification points and buyback information for Alan Tam's (Alan) peak-era vinyl records. We don't just buyback records; we are dedicated to preserving the classics of Cantopop.


Alan Tam's "Love Trilogy" and Classic Vinyl Version Comparison Table

The table below compiles information on the most valuable collectible versions on the market, helping you quickly determine the rarity of your records.

Album Title Release Year Representative Songs Version Features (Key to High-Value Buyback) Market Rarity
"The Root of Love" 1984 Love in Late Autumn, The Root of Love Early first pressing (inner groove matrix number), includes lyric poster
"Foggy Love" 1984 Foggy Love, Illusion Korean pressing, Japanese pressing, complete OBI strip
"Love Trap" 1985 Love Trap, Romance in a Rainy Night Limited colored vinyl edition, large lyric booklet, no surface noise/scratches
"First Tear" 1986 Silent Gratitude, First Tear Early transparent red vinyl version, original inner sleeve intact
"Goodbye Romance" 1987 Treating a Confidant as a Plaything, Don't Say Goodbye Radio promo white label (Not For Sale), first batch signed edition

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Vinyl Record Care Tips: How to Increase Your buyback price?

  1. Packaging Completeness: Original outer sleeve (Cover), inner sleeve (Inner Sleeve), and lyric booklet (Insert) in good condition can typically increase the buyback price by 20%-50%.

  2. Disc Surface Cleanliness: Avoid touching the disc surface directly with your fingers, especially if there are grease marks. Before getting a quote from a vinyl buyback store, gently dust the record with a specialized microfiber cloth.

  3. Storage Environment: Vinyl records are most susceptible to moisture and high temperatures, which can cause warping. Storing them vertically in a cool, well-ventilated place can effectively prevent "crackle and pop" noises and maintain a high resale value.

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24-Hour Buyback Hotline:

Alan Tam vinyl records, authentic "Love Trap" records. The price difference for vinyl records often comes down to the details. Please take clear photos of the accessories, the front and back of the sleeve, the record surface, and the inner groove matrix number. We will review them and explain which aspects affect the price, then arrange for pickup in Hong Kong or Macau if suitable.

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Alan Tam was born in Hong Kong on August 23, 1950, with ancestral roots in Xinhui, Guangdong. He is a singer, musician, and actor, known as "Principal Tam" in Chinese-speaking regions.
In the late 1960s, he was a member of a loose band; in 1973, he became the lead singer of The Wynners; in 1975, he starred in his first film, "Let's Rock." In 1979, he moved to Taiwan to develop his career, releasing his first solo album "Contradictory" in the same year.
In 1981, he won the Best Actor award at the 18th Golden Horse Awards for his film "If I Were for Real." His albums "The Root of Love," "Foggy Love," and "Love Trap," released from 1984 to early 1985, are hailed as the "Love Trilogy."
In 2006, the title track "Love Trap" from the album of the same name received the Golden Melody Award at the Top Ten Chinese Gold Songs 25th Anniversary.
As of 2017, he has released over 130 albums and composed over 100 songs, with his artistic career spanning five decades from the 1960s to the new millennium.
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Love Trap > Lyrics by Poon Yuen Leung, Music by Lucky Star > Music by Yeung Wan Piu > Lyrics by Heung Suet Wai, Love You So Deep > Music by Yung Man Suen > Lyrics by Lam Chun Keung, Fire Beauty > Music by Cho Yong Pil > Lyrics by Lam Chun Keung, I Love the World > Music by Kwok Siu Lam > Lyrics by Wong Bak Ming > Song for the movie "Kung Hei Fat Choi", Kung Hei Fat Choi > Music by Yeung Wan Piu > Lyrics by Wong Bak Ming > Theme song for the movie "Kung Hei Fat Choi", Love is Eternally Captivating > Music by Lam Man Yi > Lyrics by Lam Man Chung > Interlude for the movie "Flower Boys", Where Are You Now > Lyrics by Lam Man Chung > Interlude for the movie "Flower Boys", Flower Boy World > Music by Lo Tung Nei > Lyrics by Poon Yuen Leung > Theme song for the movie "Flower Boys", The One I Love Most > Lyrics by Lam Man Chung, Romance in a Rainy Night > Lyrics by Heung Suet Wai


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Common FAQs

I want to sell Alan Tam's vinyl record, the authentic "Love Trap" vinyl record. What kind of photos should I prepare first?

Alan Tam's authentic "Love Trap" vinyl record can be appraised along with other records, but please photograph them separately. Each item will be evaluated based on the condition of the sleeve, the matrix numbers, accessories, and version. Hong Kong will not average the prices of all items together.

If Alan Tam's authentic "Love Trap" vinyl record comes with a lyric sheet and poster, will the quotation be more accurate?

The quotation for Alan Tam's authentic "Love Trap" vinyl record will be affected by the market conditions of the day. First editions and preservation status most significantly influence demand in the second-hand collection market; therefore, the actual price received will be determined based on market conditions, the physical condition of the item, and buyer acceptance.

If the year or version of Alan Tam's authentic "Love Trap" vinyl record is uncertain, can I still ask for a price?

Alan Tam's authentic "Love Trap" vinyl record can be appraised along with other records, but please photograph them separately. Each item will be evaluated based on the condition of the sleeve, the matrix numbers, accessories, and version. Hong Kong will not average the prices of all items together.

How will Hong Kong usually respond after receiving photos of Alan Tam's authentic "Love Trap" vinyl record?

The quotation for Alan Tam's authentic "Love Trap" vinyl record will be affected by the market conditions of the day. First editions and preservation status most significantly influence demand in the second-hand collection market; therefore, the actual price received will be determined based on market conditions, the physical condition of the item, and buyer acceptance.

How do I know if Alan Tam's authentic "Love Trap" vinyl record is worth arranging a physical inspection?

For an item like Alan Tam's authentic "Love Trap" vinyl record, simply photographing the accessories, the front and back of the sleeve, the record surface, and the matrix numbers is enough to start. The photos don't need to be fancy, but they must be clear and not reflective. We will first examine the condition of the sleeve, the matrix numbers, accessories, and version, and then tell you the estimated price range and whether additional photos are needed.