Led Zeppelin Houses of The Holy UK 1st Press LP NO WB logo A2/B2 - RL Sterling
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Jun 29, 2017 Sold Date
Jun 20, 2017 Start Date
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HOTH a 1st pressing from 1973 on UK Atlantic label. Matrix A2/B2. Etching 'RL Sterling' - indicating that this is the Robert Ludwig cut. Remember that labels which show the WB logo in the perimeter text are later copies. This one is the very very 1st issue. The LP comes housed in an original matt gatefold cover. Also included is the original textured inner sleeve with lyrics. 100% complete and 100% original...and it plays superbly well too...
Vinyl (Ex/Ex+) Superb preservation, retains much of the original shine and looks to have only seen light use. Under close inspection there are a couple of very light marks either side - but are not remotely troublesome. A thorough testing from beginning to end reveals an, at least, EXCELLENT level of playback. Intros and inbetweens are quiet and you really need this on HOTH because a lot of the music is low-key. The audio comes across with excellent clarity and minimal interference. We only detected a touch of static in 'No QTR', but even this is minor and this track is very difficult to find in total silence. Apart from being one of Zep's best efforts, and a very enjoyable listen, Robert Ludwig really did a superb job. The audio quality truly is amazing and you just will not find this kind of reproduction on later copies.
Cover (Ex) Again, in superb condition. These covers so often suffer wear and tear due to the absence of lamination, but not here this one is in really nice condition. Just some very faint handling wear that's all. The lightest edge wear and very little else to speak of. The interior is in pristine condition. And overall the cover retains perfect rigidity and totally belies its 44 years of age.
Inner (Ex) In great condition and has survived the years far better than most examples. There are no splits and no writing or tears. Just a couple of smudges. That really is all.

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