Metallica ?– Ride The Lightning (VG/VG+) Orig 1984 + inner MFN27 Rock / metal

	£		18
	$		24

Artist : Metallica ?

Title : Ride The Lightning

Format : vinyl LP

Catalogue : Music For Nations ?– MFN 27

Year : 1984

Condition : Used

Vinyl : VG

Sleeve : VG+

Tags : rock, metal, thrash, Speed Metal, Heavy Metal, Cliff Burton, Dave Mustaine, James Hetfield, Jason Newsted, Kirk Hammett, Lars Ulrich, Lloyd Grant, Robert Trujillo, Ron McGovney, Megadeth, Iron Maiden, AC/DC, Slayer, Anthrax, Black Sabbath, Slipknot, Motorhead

Details

Original 1984 European Pressing complete with lyric inner sleeve & official merchandise promo leaflet. (see pics)

Matrix / Runout (Side A runout, etched): MPO MFN 27 A1 TY

Matrix / Runout (Side B runout, etched): MPO MFN 27 B1 TY

Vinyl is graded as higher end VG.

Reason for grading is mainly down to one surface mark on side 1 which looks way worse than it actually is (see photo).

Mark results in some clicks on outro of track 3 and intro of track 4 but is otherwise inaudible.

Generally there are some light hairlines / marks, a few light clicks & pops in quieter sections but otherwise record plays clear, punchy & bright.

Cover is graded as VG+ and is in great shape overall with just light general wear.

Inner sleeve is original lyric sleeve in VG condition with some side split.

Will include a plain white generic sleeve also to prevent further splitting.

See photo’s for further condition details.

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All my items are in USED condition.

I take gradings seriously & aim to be as accurate as possible using the Discogs / Goldmine system, defect descriptions and clear photos.

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If there is any doubt on grading I will always under grade the item with an explanation in the description.

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Photos are of actual item.

They’ve been well looked after whilst in my possession.

& stored in smoke & pet free environment.

All records have been carefully cleaned using pro vinyl spray cleaner / microfibre

but would no doubt benefit from a pro clean.

Will be sent in vinyl mailer & housed inside poly sleeve for further protection.

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DISCOGS / GOLDMINE GRADING GUIDE

Near Mint (NM)
A nearly perfect record. A NM- record has more than likely never been played, and will play perfectly with no imperfections during playback & no obvious signs of wear.

A 45 RPM or EP sleeve should have no more than the most minor defects, such as any sign of slight handling. An LP cover should have no creases, folds, seam splits, cut-out holes, or other noticeable similar defects.

Very Good Plus (VG+)
Defects should be more of a cosmetic nature, not affecting the actual playback as a whole. Record surfaces may show some signs of wear and may have slight scuffs or very light scratches that don't affect one's listening experiences. Slight warps that do not affect the sound are "OK". The label may have some ring wear or discoloration.

Spindle marks may be present.

Picture sleeves and inner sleeves will have some slight wear, slightly turned-up corners, or a slight seam split.

An LP cover may have slight signs of wear, and may be marred by a cut-out hole, indentation, or cut corner.

Very Good (VG)
Defects found in a VG+ record will be more pronounced in a VG disc.

Surface noise will be evident upon playing, especially in soft passages and during a song's intro and fade, but will not overpower the music otherwise.

Groove wear will start to be noticeable, as with light scratches (deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound.

Labels may be marred by writing, or have tape or stickers (or their residue) attached. The same will be true of picture sleeves or LP covers. However, it will not have all of these problems at the same time.

Good (G), Good Plus (G+)
Can be played through without skipping. But it will have significant surface noise, scratches, and visible groove wear.

A cover or sleeve will have seam splits, especially at the bottom or on the spine. Tape, writing, ring wear, or other defects will be present.

While the record will be playable without skipping, noticeable surface noise and "ticks" will almost certainly accompany the playback.

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