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    Not sure if tape trading is very active these days. Most of the better tapes have made their way to the Grateful Dead archives being digitized into FLAC's Oggs and MP3 VBR files. https://archive.org/details/GratefulDead
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    Hello, I am a young Deadhead who is looking to get in to collecting live Dead tapes. If any one can help me out, that would be great!!!
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    Hi,I just ran across a large collection of unplayed second generation dead tapes. my neighbor just collects things. he is not a fan of the dead but copied someones tape collection and then put them away and never played them. 119 cassette tapes he say's he copied from a guy that new the deads soundman. I have no idea what he has. the first tape I checked out is labeled shrine 11-09-1967 and is an excellent recording, sounds like a soundboard (I don't hear the audience). after looking on the internet I am confused. the dead.net site says they never played on that date. the internet archive has 7 songs from the next day 11-10-67. the first song on one side (not labeled with side one or two) is "the other one" and is not the version listed as unknown source on the internet archive from 11-10-67. so I have no idea what he has, or how to go about even figuring it out. but they are all unplayed so I thought they might be of interest to the community. let me know if this might be of any interest to anyone. thanks, clint bush I don't visit forums often so if interested just email me directly TennesseeJed12345@att.net
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    stephcab25 I just sent you a PM. Check your inbox Deadtaper
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    even if the most recent batch has been taken, stick around, because now that folks know you're looking they can keep you in mind for future stuff too. Meanwhile, if you're set up to copy CDs and DVDs, look into the Vineyard, which has an amazing range of stuff from all eras. You sign up, copy the disc when it arrives, and send it to the next person on the list.
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    Does this offer still stand? I'm a young fan and searching...
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    Hey guys. Just joined the forum. I'm looking to start my own collection of tapes, but have no idea where to start. Anyone willing to help a sister out if I send B&P or tell me where online I should start for Soundboards, etc... NEW to all of this, just trying to make my way... Thanks.
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    A year or two ago I decided that my collection of over 450 tapes was taking up closet space that I wanted back. I had since downloaded digital copies of most of those amazing shows so I knew I would be OK. Dark Star Orchestra was coming to play an outdoor venue in our town and I new they would host a large number of heads at their show. I gathered most of these tapes(I had to keep a few of the most killer masters for me) and toted them to the show I set up around my car the wall cases of tapes with a sign that said FREE, but please be kind to others. Most folks could simply not believe it and repeatedly asked, 'are you sure?'. Many traded stuff for them and I felt real good passing along to the younger heads -their first tapes. Fun, Fun, Fun
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    howdy so I hear you some aud tapes and youre trying to get rid of them. how can I arrange to get some? I will pay for shipping of course. my email: ZAPPAFACE68@COMCAST.NETor call 267-441-2757 thanks mickey
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    I was cleaning out a closet over the weekend
    and discovered boxes and boxes of tapes that had been thrown in there more or less at random a decade or so ago. It's going to take several bursts of energy to sort them all out. I also found two reels, which I have no idea why I have them, as I have never had a reel-to-reel. One of the Dead at the Hollywood Palladium, one of mixed Dead/Airplane stuff. The only thing I can think is I must have grabbed them at a yard sale, or someone else did thinking Hey, Mary Will Like This... I suspect there are still quite a few of us with tapes, even though we rarely play them. One thing that makes me really happy though is that the technology is now such that you can connect your cassette deck to your laptop with nothing fancier than a plain old patch cord and digitize your tapes. Whether it makes sense to do this with your music is debatable, as there are almost certainly better versions out there but hey, this is the one you imprinted on. But I've got a boatload of interviews that SERIOUSLY need this, painful as it is to hear myself sounding like a fool all the time. Usually the person I'm talking to doesn't.
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Submitted by GratefullyBill on Fri, 03/23/2018 - 14:28

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I had an amazing guy from a Dead Facebook group recently gift me many JGB cd’s that were all from tapers and I am OBSESSED with the sound. I mean I’ve been listening to the Dead since I was a little kid but to hear the rawness of this sound just takes it to another level! When they kick into a song and the crowd erupts I can close my eyes and picture myself standing there in person. I’m sure many of you know what I’m talking about and it’s a bit embarrassing I’m so late to the game. If anyone has ANY old tapes I would be happy to work something out. JGB is incredible but I would die to hear some tapes of some Dead shows. If you’d like to email me that would probably be best. Cheers :-) billstiner@gmail.com
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Submitted by boffo the chimp on Fri, 03/23/2018 - 20:45

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i have a boat load of shows on cassette just laying around in a closet. if you are anywhere near east windsor, ct. contact me and they can be yours. mostly '70's and '80's. some earlier. bchimp@att.net
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Submitted by marc zappa on Tue, 03/27/2018 - 10:43

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I still have maybe 1000 to 2000 Grateful Dead ( and a few assorted others) cassettes .Would love for them to be used again. Will trade. External hard drives or make an offer. I may have a list of dates if I can find it. e mail marczappa@gmail.com
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Submitted by Ronn V. on Tue, 04/03/2018 - 13:14

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Anyone interested in buying my copy of Vol 15? It has only been played 3 times. It is from Nashville concert 4/22/78 and is 3 cd's, copy #13922 of 16500 $40 plus shipping. Hit me up. Thanx and have a Grateful Day!
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Submitted by Born Cross Eye… on Mon, 04/09/2018 - 17:43

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I'm looking for fancy, hand drawn or early computer Grateful Dead graphics J-cards (tape covers) for this show. If you have what I'm looking for and you don't want to part with these J-cards would it be possible to take good pictures and send them to me or flat bed scan them and email them to me. Or can you recommend a computer program for cassette tape covers, or send a copy to me? The ones I have are very plain, printed ones with no graphics or color at all.
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Submitted by RedRocksTodd on Thu, 06/28/2018 - 05:15

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Looking forI followed the Boys in 2009 from Wilkes Barre to Denver....7 shows in 12 days!! In Hartford, I purchased 2nd row tickets from dead.net through the charity auction. I got a signed tour poster signed by all the members...plus Warren Haynes. It was my most prized possession!!! About 6 months ago, my home was burglarized and 3 things were stolen.....cash, my college class ring, and my Dead poster. I literally weeped. I don't care about the class ring but I am desperate to replace my poster. I'm hoping a FAMILY member can help me out? Maybe you and your partner got two posters? I am willing to pay a "more than fair price" to replace it!!! PLEASE HELP!! Todd in Denver. PEACETerms of Service
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Submitted by ShakedownSt96 on Wed, 08/22/2018 - 12:34

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Always looking for donations/bargains of tapes not just dead related material, pm me. cheers
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Submitted by rick corrington on Sun, 09/16/2018 - 06:40

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Anyone have Dave's Pick #16 3/28/73, #14 3/26/72, #27 9/2/83, Road Trips 11/15/71 - Austin.Have hundreds of primo CDs or first gen. cassetes to trade with or if you care to pass on a miracle, I'd appreciates it! Thanks!
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Submitted by Ice Creme Kid on Fri, 09/28/2018 - 18:36

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Is it still available?I'm after 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 Shipping cost to Australia?

Guess my post didn't take, so trying again. Sorry if this is a duplicate. Looking for high grade (no mp3) CD's of some of the fall '71 Minnesota shows. Have 'em on tape, if only I could find them!

hello i have probably 100 or so cassette tapes if you're still in need of any let me know id love to pass them on to someone who appreciates them.

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Submitted by alden96 on Wed, 11/14/2018 - 18:39

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Hi - Looking for a copy of the free 30 Days of Dead set from 2017. I have it but a couple of the files are corrupted. Also, thought they had a similar free set in 2016. Any have these that they could share? Thank you. Anyone able t o help?

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Submitted by terrapin_wolf950 on Wed, 02/06/2019 - 10:19

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Hello, do you still have your tapes available? I would love to take them off your hands. If so we can talk about more details if you email at gulatherogress@gmail.com

I have gathered some tapes, and I would love the chance to expand my collection. I'm only 25 and I hope to one day pass on whatever tape collection I mange to gather to the next generation of heads who haven't been born yet.

My collection is around 600 tapes at this point, and I want it to keep growing. My girlfriend and I are slowly organizing and cataloging the tapes we have. I have many head friends in the area that I share with as well.
If anyone still has their collection of dead tapes that they would like to add to this collection, which I hope will continue to be passed from older heads to younger, please hit me up.

The aesthetic of the tapes and the connection to the band and older generations of heads is very special. I would really love to preserve this feeling and connection for myself, my family, my friends, and for all the many heads who have yet to be born or converted yet.

I will cover the shipping cost. Just email and I will get back to you as soon as I can.

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Submitted by thismikebenz on Thu, 02/14/2019 - 14:44

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about 30 years ago, I had a cassette with, among other things, a demo of Throwing Stones. It was just Bobby singing and playing a clean sounding electric guitar. I no longer have that cassette. Does anyone know where I can find a cd or mp3 of it?

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Submitted by SkunkyMcNugg on Sun, 02/17/2019 - 20:37

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Idk If anyone is interested in passing on their tapes to a young head, but If anyone is willing to entrust them to someone who will love and appreciate them as they did, email me: jnutter14@outlook.com

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Submitted by terrapin_wolf950 on Fri, 02/22/2019 - 12:38

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I'm also trying to get some tapes. I know that every show ever is on archive online and on the app, but I love tapes.
I have an old truck with a tape deck, and recently acquired a decent tape deck and receiver to enjoy the tapes to the fullest.

These tapes will be enjoyed by a total of 11 deadheads ranging in age from 19-27.

Please help out a generation of young heads stuck in west Texas. Very little dead love in these parts.

If you want to work something out for the tapes please email me.
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Submitted by BakerBear02 on Wed, 03/27/2019 - 19:11

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I live in the Northern California Bay Area and am moving down south. I have 100+ live cassette tapes of Live Dead. Most of them from the 1980s, some SBD, some Audience and some edited DeadHeadHours. I would like to find a new home for them where they will be appreciated. You can contact me at: michaeljcordero@yahoo.com

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Submitted by Maokyu on Tue, 07/09/2019 - 03:07

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Every now and then someone on this very board is looking to rehome tapes, so keep an eye open.

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Submitted by sumpter.mcgowi… on Fri, 07/26/2019 - 06:56

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I am curious about this and am sure it exists in written form somewhere, I just can't seem to find it. What is the official policy for trading in shows that have been officially released? Specifically, I am wondering about the ones that were released officially but are out of print. Seems to me that if they are not for sale currently, we would not be costing the band money by trading those shows. Just curious what the official policy is on this.

I have two full cases of Dead bootlegs all of good to very good quality, for cassette tapes. Were you still looking for tapes?
Otis

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Submitted by taylorvz on Sat, 07/27/2019 - 20:59

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Otis, I am for sure! Sent a pm but not sure it went through. Would be happy to pay shipping etc. Just getting into the community and am loving it. :) Would give the tapes a good home where they would be listened to often. Thanks for the offer. pvanzile@gmail.com

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Submitted by Shmogger on Sun, 10/20/2019 - 12:10

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During my tape trading days I made tape cover art for almost all of my 600 tapes. This activity was --and still is -- a big part of my life journey; my identity. I would NEVER throw away my tapes!

I wrote an article about it a couple years back for Relix. Here it is: https://relix.com/articles/detail/tape/

And here are some examples:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/719921922/puzzle-duke-42471-grateful-dead-…
https://www.etsy.com/listing/652791890/puzzle-boston-garden-5777-set-2-…
https://www.etsy.com/listing/714123323/avalon-ballroom-101368-grateful-…
https://www.etsy.com/listing/660263347/puzzle-fillmore-east-nyc-92070-g…

I am scolding myself for commercializing this post, but just so you know. I sell these on puzzles, shirts, mugs and posters. Please head over to Shmogger's Den to check them out! (You can also find me sometimes on Shakedown Street.)

Shmogger's Den: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShmoggersDen?ref=search_shop_redirect&section…

Or email me: shmogger@shmoggersden.com

Love you more than words can tell,
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Submitted by Charles Osborne on Thu, 10/24/2019 - 14:21

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Anybody have any recommendations on software for converting Flac, Shn, etc... files and then burn them DAO (disc at once)? I used EAC, Feurio, CDwave, on a PC before I converted to a Mac.

Grateful for any help,

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Submitted by GaRose on Sat, 10/26/2019 - 07:46

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Years ago, one of the bootlegs I had, had a guy very distinctly saying, "Hey eh, this is great eh?" during a low music point. I'd love to hear that show again. Anyone have this? My guess is that it would be an 80's show.

My tape covers found direction around some corner where it was waiting to meet them.

Madison, WI 2/15/73 Puzzle
https://www.etsy.com/listing/755915233/puzzle-madison-wi-21573-grateful…

Fillmore East 2/13/70 Tape Cover Puzzle
https://www.etsy.com/listing/660135027/puzzle-fillmore-east-nyc-21370-g…

Best Eyes of the World's Ever Puzzle
https://www.etsy.com/listing/749212351/puzzle-best-eyes-of-the-worlds-e…

Best Eyes of the World's Ever Shirt
https://www.etsy.com/listing/746079935/best-eyes-of-the-worlds-ever-gra…

The 11/William Tell Shirt
https://www.etsy.com/listing/761863063/the-11-grateful-dead-t-shirt

Straight Theater 1967 Tape Cover Shirt
https://www.etsy.com/listing/754741973/straight-theater-sf-92967-gratef…

Boston 5/7/77 Tape Cover Shirt
https://www.etsy.com/listing/739986638/boston-garden-5777-set-2-gratefu…

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Submitted by dbuss1805 on Sun, 01/05/2020 - 09:32

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Recently was given a couple boxes of dead tapes from a guy who went to shows from 70-90...I don’t think I have interest in converting them and am curious to see if anyone has/willing to pass along some tapes from years I am missing?
I would love to get anything from the 60’s (Warlocks included)
70, 72, 83, 86, 87, 88, 92, 93, 94.

If anyone has any info on where I could get them that would be great. I know I can get them off line but it’s definitely not the same. Thanks in advance for any input!

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Submitted by Willyspu on Fri, 01/10/2020 - 14:55

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I am looking for tapes or digital recordings of the 6/5 & 6/6 1982 acoustic shows with Jerry and John Kahn from the South Eugene High School gym.

I was a sophomore at the University of Oregon with my (now) wife. We have great memories of the shows and would like to relive them. There are recordings of the shows on YouTube, but decent digital or tape recordings would be really nice.

Thanks in advance!

Jim

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Submitted by Dougist on Sat, 01/11/2020 - 15:07

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Looking for a copy of Blossom Music Center 6/25/85. CD would be awesome! Daytripper to Touch.

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Submitted by marye on Wed, 01/29/2020 - 08:17

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This thread is for trading Grateful Dead tapes. Please do not post about other stuff here because those posts will get removed. Thank you.
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Submitted by Shmogger on Mon, 03/09/2020 - 13:56

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Hey Now, family! My online shop, SHMOGGER'S DEN (www.shmoggersden.com) (www.etsy.com/shmoggersden) offers jigsaw puzzles of my old decorated tape covers.

I also have shirts, mugs and posters of my tape cover art from 20+ years ago. Furthur-more, I make the same sort of setlist art with computer graphic design. Shmogger's Den is the only place for tape cover puzzles in the WHOLE WIDE WORLD!

Seeing as how we're all gonna be self-quarantining, what better way to pass the time than with GD-themed puzzles? (Oh yeah, and Phish too!)

On the other hand, puzzles are great for parties, with friends working together on different sections of the puzzle. People stroll by, place a few pieces, and stroll off. The whole group feels a sense of satisfaction when it's done. Will the group finish it before the party favors run out?

Any Shmogger’s Den Puzzle will spark up your living room, and they make UNIQUE GIFTS for your jamband friends or relatives!

Here are some examples of tape cover art / setlist art / song-themed art from www.shmoggersden.com:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/755915233/puzzle-madison-wi-21573-grateful…

https://www.etsy.com/listing/660135027/puzzle-fillmore-east-nyc-21370-g…

https://www.etsy.com/listing/749565546/puzzle-cornell-5877-grateful-dea…

https://www.etsy.com/listing/662106259/puzzle-not-fade-away-grateful-de…

https://www.etsy.com/listing/753674928/puzzle-dead-company-123119-jigsa…

Custom order request? Contact me at Shmogger@ShmoggersDen.com to discuss your wishes; desires; favorite show; favorite song; favorite dinosaur, and whether your belly button is an innie or an outtie.

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Submitted by Shmogger on Mon, 03/09/2020 - 14:14

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Beloved Fellow Tape Traders:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/660157177/puzzle-cow-palace-sf-123176-grat…

Did you decorate your tape covers like this? Do you still have them? I would love to make the really good ones into puzzles and shirts in my shop SHMOGGER'S DEN. (www.ShmoggersDen.com) You will get paid!!

If you have great tape cover art, I would love to see it, and possibly use some for my Etsy/Facebook stores. Seriously, If you loved making "setlist art" on your J-Cards, please get 'em out and show them!

You've held on to your tapes all these years... this can be your unexpected WHY!

Please post them at Faceboom.com/shmoggersden or email me at Shmogger@ShmoggersDen.com. Thanks!

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Submitted by Shmogger on Mon, 03/09/2020 - 14:29

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https://www.etsy.com/listing/770902384/green-bertha-grateful-dead-tape-…

This skull and roses Grateful Dead tape cover t-shirt casts a distinctly Irish hue into your St. Patrick's Day celebrations. Perfect in a pub; best in a bar; great in a glen! Order today to get it before St. Patrick's Day!

This Shmogger's Den Tape Cover art was created circa 1993 and festooned a tape of the legendary 6/7/77 show at Winterland. (Roses added later.)

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Submitted by Primo Williams on Sat, 03/21/2020 - 16:33

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Cleaning out the closet:

I have assorted GD cassette tapes, 50, from back in the day, low to high quality. Free to a good home + Shipping.

primowilliams11@gmail.com

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Submitted by Primo Williams on Sat, 03/28/2020 - 17:16

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Tapes are gone to Max from NC. I hope you enjoy as much as I do!

I have 6/25/85 SBD Sets I, II, A/A+ grading we gave it when we got them back in the 90"s. I can make CDs.

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Submitted by esau_esau on Tue, 04/14/2020 - 08:18

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i figured people might be doing some spring cleaning. if you stumble on your old cassettes or VHS and want them to go to a good home PM me or reach me at

michaeljfrankfurter@gmail.com

young collector looking to expand on the small amount i have. thanks

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Submitted by gr8fulgal77 on Tue, 04/21/2020 - 10:55

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If anyone has any 1970s/1980s Dead and/or JGB tapes they are looking to give to a nice home, please feel free to message me on this platform!