I have the opportunity to buy Rave in2 The Joy Fantastic for $30.00 USD (brand new) excluding shipping. Is this too much and if so, where can I get it cheaper?

If you don't care a bout a hole punch in the bar code, you can get it for as low $14.something new from Amazon.

I am sorry but I would. I'm pedantic like that.

That's okay, I'm like that too. ..but some don't care.

$30 isn't too bad if it's new and absolutely mint.

But it was going for $15.99 USD at Music Today! What I'm trying to figure out is, will I be ripped off if I get it at $30.00 USD?

rap said:

That's a good deal. We're talking about "Rave in2" here people not Rave Un2.

Can you get Rave In2 from Amazon?

I'd pay that for the DVD, not for the CD.

I don't think $30 for a new, sealed copy of Rave In2 is out of line -- especially since it is no longer available from the only original source that existed.

Just make sure that you aren't comparing prices for Rave Un2 versus Rave In2 -- they are different animals.

Militant said:

The last time I looked, they had it listed as available from their 3rd party sellers - anywhere from $13-14 up to about $50. This is in addition to the Un2 version, which is also out of print now.

The version they were selling at Music Today was Rave (in2) the Joy Fantastic.
And I really appreciate all the feed back and value your opinions.

P.S. It isn't sealed, but has never been played.

rap said:

I don't know if they were ever shrinkwrapped. I remember they were selling them at Paisley Park unsealed and with no booklet. I bought mine at a used record store back when they first came out. Rave In2 has a jewel case & booklet, and does not come in a Digi-pack like Rave Un2.

squirrelgrease said:

I seem to recall that mine arrived unsealed, in a simple padded envelope.

I left it too long, it has now been sold for $50.00 USD plus shipping. Maybe Prince will re-open his online store sometime in the near future.
Thank you for the input.

It looks like these folks still have it at $15.99. It automatically puts 2 items in your basket, so just change it to 1. Under $5 shipping.
http://www.shop.musictoda...&pc=P1CD04

By the way, I think I know why Paisley Park was selling Rave In2 CDs with no artwork. The early versions had "Rave Un2" on the spine by mistake and had to have the tray card reprinted to "Rave In2".

I have the misprinted one.

I wish Music Today would finally make their mind up! I have contacted them on more than one occasion and they assured me that it was no longer in stock or anything by Prince for that matter. The last time I spoke with them I was told "A few of the product links were still accessible. They have now been removed." ????

rap said:

I just bought it and received a response. Maybe they'll send me another email Monday, but right now, it's confirmed.

Item # Name Description Status Qty Price Total
P1CD04 Rave In2 The Joy Fantastic CD Accepted 1 $15.99 $15.99

Subtotal: $15.99
Shipping and Handling: $4.67
Tax: $0.00
Order Total: $20.66

I bought another one, because people like this exist:
http://www.netsoundsmusic...540/2.html

Org flatulence.
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I just might try it too! ...

Did they say how long for it to arrive?

rap said:

I picked the super-saver shipping. I think it's as long as 12 days. I'll let you know when/if I get a shipping confirmation.

Item shipped.

Please let me know when you have it in your hands and then maybe I'll oredr it too! ...

Not a bad price.... probably not the easiest thing to find. If you like having the physical item in your hands, $30 is probably worth it.

rap said:

Should be within the week.

squirrelgrease said:

I ordered several from NPGMC (before it closed) and they arrived shrink wrapped. I think I have an extra one lying around somewhere....in addition to the one with the misprint on the spine.

Thank you

It arrived in the mail today. Ships from Virginia, took 4 days to arrive in Minneapolis.

Funny thing, this copy has the "Rave Un2" incorrect spine text (wow, collectable). Cover is correct, eyes straight ahead. Arrived shrinkwrapped.

Worth it for $20.66 post-paid.

Peace.

Glad it all went well. Now I might give it a go, but I expect it to cost more and take longer to arrive, as I live outside of the US.