BLACK SABBATH - PARANOID - SWIRL LARGE - UK - 1st PRESS - BIG BEAR
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BLACK SABBATH - PARANOID - SWIRL LARGE - UK - 1st PRESS - BIG BEAR
Grading and description below. I have tried to be as honest as possible and have included as many photos as I can to give bidders as much information as possible. Any questions, please feel free to ask.
Artist: Black Sabbath
Album title: Paranoid
Released in: 1970
Made in: UK
Label: Vertigo Swirl - large Release Version: 1st pressing with Big Bear credit as listed in inner sleeve with earliest Matrix Numbers
Matrix Numbers
Side 1 - 6360011 1Y//1 420 121 Side 2 - 6360011 2Y//1 420 111
Sleeve - Some wear and tear - most noticeably on the edges. The odd crease on the spine side as can be seen in the photos and some light indentations are visible when held under strong light. However, no tears, major scuffs or discoloration. I would grade it as Very Good+. The inside of the sleeve is in Excellent condition and pretty much unmarked save for a small patch on the top left hand side.
Inner sleeve - Some creasing but very little discoloration (some along top edge) and no rips or tears. Creasing could likely be removed with some care and know how. Excellent.
The Record Labels - The odd small mark under close inspection but overall Excellent
The Record - Visual - The record has visual scratches and scuffs on both sides. The vast majority of these are surface marks and not deep scratches. Very Good.
The Record - Audio - I have play tested this record. It plays throughout without any sticking or jumping. The are noticeable crackle and 'ticks' throughout both sides. These are more noticeable on quieter parts of the record, such as Planet Caravan or the build up to War Pigs. It may well benefit from a clean on a proper RCM. The audio itself it strong and vibrant and is a revelation if you have never heard one of these early pressings. As with all good sounding records, it sounds better the louder it goes but it never sounds loud or harsh. The bass on the title track is a thing of beauty! I would grade this as generally Very Good to Very Good + in parts.
The item will be sent with a fully trackable, next working day courier. It will be packaged in a cardboard sleeve for maximum protection.
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