ELTON JOHN GOODBYE YELLOW BRICK ROAD 1973 UK 'RED' 1ST PRESS ROCK VINYL LP

	£		40
	$		53

Elton John - Goodbye Yellow Brick Road

Label:DJM Records - DJLPS 1001

Format:2x Vinyl LP, Album, Gatefold

Country:UK

Released:1973

Genre:Classic Rock

Matrix Side 1: DJLPS 1001 A-4
Matrix Side 2: DJLPS 1001 B-5
Matrix Side 3: DJLPS 1001 C 3
Matrix Side 4: DJLPS 1001 D 2

All records are graded to the Record Collector Guidelines, with extra information added as required when play tested. Also all photos above are of the exact record you will receive if purchased.

These records are in excellent- condition. There are hardly any spindle marks visible on the labels, with just the odd very faint one just about visible. There are no pen marks, scuffs or major issues and overall they are in really nice condition. There is a small white mark or minor faded area to the bottom of side 1 however.

As for the vinyl itself, all four sides have a lovely lustre and have no nasty, deep or serious marks. Record 2 is very clean and has just the odd wispy lines or faint mark showing. Record 1 however is the reason for the slightly lower grading. Despite having very few spindle marks showing it does show signs of use and age with very light lines in places, flecks of very light groove wear and minor sleeve scuffs. There is also a light 1cm mark to the edge of side 2. So overall both records are free of any nasty marks but there is signs of use to both, although these are nearly all found on record 1.

I play tested both the records and they both played well really well throughout. They lay flat on the deck and upon playing there is only the slightest amount of upward movement on each side. This is very slight and of course has no affect on the audio which is excellent from start to finish. There is no skips, sticks or annoying tics, with the mark to the edge of side 2 having no affect. The general clarity of play is really good, with even the mellow parts nice and clear. Overall despite being graded at EX- due to the light markings to the records it plays very well and would grade closer to EX+ audibly. I thoroughly enjoyed the whole play test and other than the most minor and occasional light splutter it played with little to report and good quality audio.

The trifold sleeve is in excellent+ condition. It has only very slight wear on the edges and corners and is rock solid all round. There are no splits, tears, scuffs or pen marks and no obvious or serious ring marks. There is little to no fading but there is a touch of creasing along the edges once folded out, and a little very light age related grubbiness inside. These issues are all very minor however and overall it has just very slight age related/storage wear and is a nice example. Please study the pictures provided to gain as much information as possible to its condition.

So to summarise a great sounding UK 1st press(on the translucent red vinyls) which also have a fine sleeve. It is however graded at EX- due to what we now know are very light, but visible, superficial markings to the records.

It contains one of its original plain white inners which is in excellent condition with no splits, tears or pen marks. The other has unfortunately gone missing and so a plain white replacement is included.

The record will be packaged in cardboard stiffeners and bubble wrapped thoroughly when dispatched. It will also be sent in a brand new protective plastic sleeve, and within 24hrs of receiving payment to ensure swift delivery.

I hope my photos are comprehensive enough but if you have any questions then don't hesitate to contact me. Also please check my eBay feedback for a positive history of record grading, A1 communication and quick delivery times.

All offers are considered and are more than welcome.

Many thanks for looking.