How to Buy South African Music CDs from Overseas
- 1). Investigate South African music and its history. It is important to know exactly what you want, so you don't waste money ordering albums from another country that you won't end up enjoying or listening to. If you don't already know what specific artists or albums you are looking for, being familiar with the subgenres of South African music and its prominent proponents can help you narrow your search.
- 2). Make a list of the exact albums or artists you are looking for. If you prioritize a list of what you're looking for, it'll be easier to communicate with music stores in South Africa and find which stores carry what you need.
- 3). Find an African music store to buy your CD's from. Many music stores in South Africa have websites you can purchase music from. However, as with any store, prices, selection and customer service will vary greatly. A good strategy would be to try to find the same albums from a few different sources, and do a price comparison to see which has the best deal. E-mailing or calling the store by phone is a great way of judging their customer-service aptitude.
- 4). Order your CD's from the store of your choice. Many websites for South African music stores also include the physical address and telephone number of the store. Contacting the store and asking if they have deals on shipping can save you some money. You can also inquire about shipping methods, so you can track your package and make sure it is taken care of on its journey to your home.
- 5). Leave feedback for the store. The online presence of a store can benefit greatly from your kind words, and other people looking for music from South Africa will be grateful for your feedback. If there was anything you thought the store could improve on, you might also facilitate any future transactions you may make with the store.