DOMINO s/t LP rare hip hop 1993 ORIGINAL SEALED First Press G-Funk Getto Jam

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ARTIST: Domino Mint Underground TITLE: Domino (Self-Titled) Mint Underground LABEL: Outburst Records / Chaos / RAL Mint Underground CATALOG #: O 57701 YEAR: 1993 COUNTRY: US GRADING:

• Media: Mint (M) — Factory Sealed, never opened, never played.

• Sleeve: Near Mint (NM) — A gorgeous, crisp example of a 90s rap classic.

Collector’s Deep Dive: Why This Copy Melts Butter

Hip-hop heads and West Coast vinyl purists know how punishing the 1990s vinyl landscape was. By 1993, major distribution had aggressively shifted to CDs, leaving vinyl pressings scarce, limited, and heavily played by club and radio DJs. Finding a flawless, completely unplayed, Factory Sealed copy of Domino's masterpiece is a true archival anomaly.

This specific copy features the original dark blue hype sticker crisp and proud on the front under the shrink, calling out the classic singles "Getto Jam" and "A.F.D." The shrink wrap is perfectly tight and original, displaying zero severe ring wear or heavy bowing. High Notes Coffee + Vinyl

Transparency Notes for the Discerning Buyer: Because elite collectors demand absolute clarity, a close inspection of the jacket under direct light shows only the most minor signs of its 30+ year shelf life:

• The tight factory shrink has caused just a hint of typical, microscopic corner softness at the tips.

• There is a tiny pinpoint speck of breakthrough in the shrink along the bottom edge from sitting on a shelf, but the cardboard beneath remains entirely un-split and clean.

• No punch holes, no promo cuts, no saw marks, and no spine fading. The colors are deeply saturated and vibrant.

This is a beautiful, investment-grade copy of a DJ Battlecat-produced G-Funk grail that belongs in a definitive hip-hop collection.
🎵 Production Note for G-Funk Purists: This album is an absolute masterclass in West Coast history, serving as the definitive launching pad for legendary producer DJ Battlecat. Before he was crafting multi-platinum anthems for Snoop Dogg ("Stacey Adams"), Xzibit ("Get Your Walk On"), and Tha Eastsidaz ("G'd Up"), Battlecat engineered the signature, melodic, synth-heavy bounce of the era right here. Paired with Robert "Fonksta" Bacon’s legendary live bass lines, this record delivers the quintessential, golden-era sonic landscape that defines the LA sound. Hearing Battlecat's pristine, untouched 1993 analog production dynamics on unplayed, factory-sealed wax is the ultimate listening experience for serious hip-hop historians.

Shipping & Returns Policy

Professional Packaging

• Secure Handling: Your record will be shipped in a dedicated, heavy-duty cardboard mailer (LP or 45 specific) with extra cardboard stiffeners to prevent bending or crushing.

• Pro-Tip Protection: To prevent seam splits during transit, all opened records are shipped with the vinyl removed from the jacket (housed in its inner sleeve) and placed behind the jacket within a 4mil clear poly outer sleeve. (Note: This item is Factory Sealed and will be shipped sealed to protect its value, unless explicitly requested otherwise by the buyer after purchase).

• 45s: 7" records are shipped with the same level of care in dedicated 7-inch mailers.

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• Handling Time: I ship within 1–2 business days of receiving cleared payment.

• Tracking: A tracking number will be provided immediately upon shipment.

• Combined Shipping: I am happy to combine shipping. Please wait for a revised invoice before paying to receive the discounted rate.

Returns & Satisfaction

• The "Collector’s Guarantee": I use strict Goldmine Grading standards. If you feel the record does not match the description or grading, please contact me directly before leaving feedback. I am a collector first and I value your satisfaction.

• 30-Day Returns: I accept returns within 30 days. The item must be returned in the exact same condition it was received.

• 🚨 CONDITION POLICY: For opened records, returns are accepted if the item is returned in the same condition as sent. Any new scratches, sleeve scuffs, or damage to the jacket incurred while in the buyer's possession will void the full refund. Please note: If this factory-sealed item is opened by the buyer, it cannot be returned for a full refund as its premium value is tied to its sealed state.

• Shipping Costs: Buyer is responsible for return shipping costs unless there was a significant error in the listing.