Halfnelson (Sparks) SEALED Vinyl LP Bearsville BV 2048 1st Press Ron & Russ Mael

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549

Halfnelson (Sparks) Sealed Vinyl LP - Bearsville BV 2048 - First Pressing (1971) Ron and Russell Mael's Debut Album
Condition: New, Still Factory Sealed. Small cutout mark on bottom left corner. This record is from my personal collection. I purchased it in the 1970s, as a fan of Todd Rundgren, who produced it. For reasons I cannot explain, I never did open it. Extremely rare to find a sealed copy of this debut LP. There are some tiny breaks in the seal, but not along any borders, and record was never opened. It may have a poster or insert inside, but I cannot verify without opening it.
Halfnelson is the debut album by the Los Angeles rock band Sparks. The album was first released as Halfnelson, and reissued a year later under the group’s new name, Sparks.
This record will be shipped Priority Mail only given the value, and sent with insurance.
Tracklist
A1 Wonder Girl 2:15 A2 Fa La Fa Lee 2:54 A3 Roger 2:30 A4 High C 3:03 A5 Fletcher Honorama 4:01 A6 Simple Ballet 3:50
B1 Slowboat 3:50 B2 Biology 2 3:00 B3 Saccharin And The War 3:57 B4 Big Bands 4:15 B5 (No More) Mr. Nice Guys 5:45
Credits Artwork – Ron Mael Bass Guitar – Jim Mankey Drums – Harley Feinstein Guitar – Earle Mankey Lead Vocals – Russell Mael Organ – Ron Mael Piano – Ron Mael Producer – Todd Rundgren
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I use the Goldmine Grading System, and play-test all records. I note any differences between vinyl and cover, and make note of any inserts, special sleeves, or potential defects.

MINT (M) - Absolutely perfect in every way. Most often this is a still sealed record, records that have been opened are rarely if ever marked as Mint.

NEAR MINT (NM) - A good description is that it looks like it just came from a retail store and it was opened for the first time. In other words, it?s nearly perfect, with no visible defects. 

VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+) - Except for a couple minor things, this could be Near Mint. Most collectors will be happy with a VG+ record, especially if on the high end (VG++). VG+ records may show slight signs of wear, including light scuffs or very light scratches that do not affect the listening experience. Covers should have only minor wear. 

VERY GOOD (VG) - VG records are among the biggest bargains, and for many, will be worth the money. They can lack the original gloss, may have surface noise, and some scratches may be audible, especially in soft passages. But the noise will not overpower the music. VG covers will have signs of handling, and may have minor splits. 

GOOD PLUS (G+) - Good+ does not mean bad! The record still plays through without skipping, but it has significant surface noise and groove wear. Cover may have significant ring wear, noticeable writing, or obvious damage.

GOOD (G) - Record may have some skipping, but is otherwise listenable. I generally avoid selling Good (G) rated records unless they are highly collectible or desirable, in order to enjoy until something better comes along. Cover has major wear or seam splits that need repair, or heavy writing like radio station call letters to prevent theft.

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