Scott Nangle Audio - Avoid!!!

[buddhahat]

I wanted to give UK Smileysmilers a heads up about Scott Nangle Audio.

I know some here have had good experiences but I think he may be a fraudulent trader who willingly takes payment for items he has no intention of sending. Either that or he is incompetent.

There are many reports similar to mine here: https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/snvinyl.co.uk

To cut a long story short he takes payment upfront (£50 in my case for 2 LPs - Analogue Productions Pet Sounds & Smiley Smile) and then doesn't send the items.

His email communication is baffling and has you going around in circles - a delaying tactic I suspect.

As these particular records were subject to constantly shifting release dates (Smiley Smile has still not been released) suckers like me are happy to wait, despite paying up front for non existent goods (lesson learned).

When it becomes apparent that, even if part of your order is available, Scott will not send it or refund any of your money, it is too late! I've missed the 120 day period whereby my card issuer will arrange a chargeback.

As Scott is the only UK retailer apparently willing to import these desirable Beach Boys LPs & SACDs, there are others here who may fall into the same trap I did, hence the reason for this post.

My advice to other SSers - AVOID AT ALL COSTS and if you have open orders with Scott, cancel and get your money back before it's too late!

[Fire Wind]

As Scott is the only UK retailer apparently willing to import these desirable Beach Boys LPs & SACDs, there are others here who may fall into the same trap I did, hence the reason for this post.

I dunno.  I've seen a set of these in a physical shop (Sister Ray in London).  Around £30.00 each if I recall it rightly (the SACDs, I mean - I didn't check on the LPs).  Maybe other shops can either order them in by request or send them out?

[buddhahat]

As Scott is the only UK retailer apparently willing to import these desirable Beach Boys LPs & SACDs, there are others here who may fall into the same trap I did, hence the reason for this post.

I dunno.  I've seen a set of these in a physical shop (Sister Ray in London).  Around £30.00 each if I recall it rightly (the SACDs, I mean - I didn't check on the LPs).  Maybe other shops can either order them in by request or send them out?

You might be right. I guess my point is, anybody looking to buy these in the UK is likely to find Scott Nangle's site first and, as the prices are good, it would be a no brainer to order through him.

My advice is: Don't. I'm a year down the line. He has my £50 for items never sent and he's not replying to any of my emails. There is a legal procedure I will follow but is a colossal waste of time and energy so I urge others to buy these LPs and SACDs elsewhere if you can. I will try Discogs.

[mikeddonn]

As Scott is the only UK retailer apparently willing to import these desirable Beach Boys LPs & SACDs, there are others here who may fall into the same trap I did, hence the reason for this post.

I dunno.  I've seen a set of these in a physical shop (Sister Ray in London).  Around £30.00 each if I recall it rightly (the SACDs, I mean - I didn't check on the LPs).  Maybe other shops can either order them in by request or send them out?

You might be right. I guess my point is, anybody looking to buy these in the UK is likely to find Scott Nangle's site first and, as the prices are good, it would be a no brainer to order through him.

My advice is: Don't. I'm a year down the line. He has my £50 for items never sent and he's not replying to any of my emails. There is a legal procedure I will follow but is a colossal waste of time and energy so I urge others to buy these LPs and SACDs elsewhere if you can. I will try Discogs.

Buddha, I can sympathise with you as I have read many negative reviews about Scott.  However, I have always received every order I placed with him.  Having read those reviews before I ordered I took a chance.  I ordered only those items marked as 'In Stock'.  I ordered all of the first batch of vinyls and SACDs from him and they all arrived (I stay about 10 miles from him maybe that helped!).

The second batch (Today, Pet Sounds etc) I ordered from Diverse Vinyl in the UK (Scott didn't have them in stock yet and I read good reviews about Diverse Vinyl).  I would also recommend them as they deliver quickly and charge you when the items are dispatched. Reasonable prices too.

Hope this helps you,

Mike.

[buddhahat]

As Scott is the only UK retailer apparently willing to import these desirable Beach Boys LPs & SACDs, there are others here who may fall into the same trap I did, hence the reason for this post.

I dunno.  I've seen a set of these in a physical shop (Sister Ray in London).  Around £30.00 each if I recall it rightly (the SACDs, I mean - I didn't check on the LPs).  Maybe other shops can either order them in by request or send them out?

You might be right. I guess my point is, anybody looking to buy these in the UK is likely to find Scott Nangle's site first and, as the prices are good, it would be a no brainer to order through him.

My advice is: Don't. I'm a year down the line. He has my £50 for items never sent and he's not replying to any of my emails. There is a legal procedure I will follow but is a colossal waste of time and energy so I urge others to buy these LPs and SACDs elsewhere if you can. I will try Discogs.

Buddha, I can sympathise with you as I have read many negative reviews about Scott.  However, I have always received every order I placed with him.  Having read those reviews before I ordered I took a chance.  I ordered only those items marked as 'In Stock'.  I ordered all of the first batch of vinyls and SACDs from him and they all arrived (I stay about 10 miles from him maybe that helped!).

The second batch (Today, Pet Sounds etc) I ordered from Diverse Vinyl in the UK (Scott didn't have them in stock yet and I read good reviews about Diverse Vinyl).  I would also recommend them as they deliver quickly and charge you when the items are dispatched. Reasonable prices too.

Hope this helps you,

Mike.

Thanks for the info, Mike - that's very helpful.

Edit: Have just ordered Pet Sounds (and pre-ordered Smiley) from Diverse Vinyl. Fingers crossed!

Best,

B