NEGATIVE APPROACH 7" EP 1st Pressing 1982 Touch & Go + INSERT POSTER Near Mint

$

1,125

• Artist: Negative Approach

• Title: Self-Titled (7" EP)

• Format: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, EP

• Release Year: 1982

• Record Label: Touch and Go Records (NR13918-2)

• Pressing: 1st Pressing (Maumee, Ohio address on sleeve)

• Genre: Rock / Hardcore / Punk

• Condition: Near Mint (NM)

Description

The Holy Grail of Midwest Hardcore.

Up for auction is a stunning, museum-grade copy of the Negative Approach 7" EP, originally released in 1982. This is the original first pressing on Touch and Go Records. This record defined the Detroit hardcore sound and remains one of the most influential punk releases of all time.

Condition Report:

• Vinyl: Near Mint (NM). The wax is incredibly clean with a high-gloss finish. Labels are pristine with no spindle wear.

• Sleeve: Near Mint (NM). Extremely sharp corners, no seam splits, and no ring wear. The iconic "Exorcist" cover art remains crisp and dark.

• Insert: Includes the original fold-out lyric/photo sheet in beautiful condition.

This copy has been meticulously preserved and is a definitive "final upgrade" copy for any serious punk collector.

Shipping & Returns Policy

Professional Packaging

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

• Pro-Tip Protection: To prevent seam splits during transit, the vinyl is removed from the jacket (housed in its inner sleeve) and placed behind the jacket within a 4mil clear poly outer sleeve.

• Fast & Tracked Shipping: I ship within 1–2 business days. A tracking number will be provided immediately.

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

Returns & Satisfaction

• The "Collector’s Guarantee": I use strict Goldmine Grading standards. If you feel the record does not match the description, please contact me directly. I am a collector first and 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: Any new scratches, sleeve scuffs, or damage to the jacket incurred while in the buyer's possession will void the full refund. Buyer is responsible for return shipping costs unless there was a significant error in the listing.

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