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Vinyl compilation pre-orders: Anthologies, box sets & curated selections ahead

The vinyl compilation: A curatorial art form

Once dismissed as a purely commercial product, the vinyl compilation has evolved over the decades into a genuine editorial statement. From the iconic K-tel series of the 1970s, cramming chart hits onto budget-friendly LPs, to today's curated collections like Late Night Tales, DJ-Kicks, and Back to Mine, every great compilation tells a story, maps a genre, or captures the sonic identity of an era. Pre-ordering these objects means securing a copy of what is often a tightly limited pressing, frequently enhanced with coloured vinyl, lavishly designed booklets, or unreleased tracks that vanish within days of announcement.

Essential labels and must-watch releases

Certain labels have elevated the compilation to an art form. The US-based Numero Group unearths lost soul, funk, and folk gems with meticulous archival care, while Soul Jazz Records documents Jamaican music, post-punk, and electronic avant-gardes through flawlessly pressed releases. Britain's Ace Records sets the standard with its authoritative northern soul and rockabilly anthologies. In the mix-series realm, !K7's DJ-Kicks, Late Night Tales, and Back to Mine offer sonic snapshots curated by artists like Four Tet, Bonobo, and Nightmares on Wax. Vinyles.com's price comparison tool helps you track down these gems and weigh up offers across retailers before placing your pre-order.

Frequently asked questions

Does Vinyles.com ship the compilations I pre-order?
No. Vinyles.com is a price comparator, not a direct seller. Once you have found your vinyl compilation at the best price, you are redirected to the partner merchant's website (Fnac, Cultura, Amazon, etc.), which handles the order, payment, and shipping. Delivery times and terms depend entirely on the retailer you select.
Why does the same pre-order compilation vary in price between sites?
Each retailer applies its own pricing policy and shipping fees, and occasionally offers exclusives, a coloured vinyl variant reserved for a specific store, for instance. The Vinyles.com comparator saves you from juggling multiple tabs: you can see at a glance which seller is offering the best deal for the pressing you are after.
Can a pre-ordered compilation be delayed or cancelled?
Yes, release dates announced for vinyl pre-orders are frequently subject to change. Pressing plants operate under constant strain, so delays of a few weeks, or even months, are not uncommon. We recommend regularly checking the product page with the merchant to stay updated on the revised release date.