NM- ORIG DECCA SXL 2076 / KATCHEN & SOLTI / RACHIMANINOV / UK-60 WIDE BAND 2E/4E

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NM- ORIG DECCA SXL 2076 / KATCHEN & SOLTI / RACHIMANINOV / UK-1960 WIDE BAND EARLY PRESS 2E/4E
Decca Records SXL 2076 UK-1960 / Wide Band Grooved / "Original Recording By" Label
** EARLY STAMPERS 2E/4E **  
RACHMANINOV: Piano Concerto No.2 in C minor, Op.18
BALAKIREV: Islamey - Oriental Fantasia
London Symphony Orchestra conducted by Georg Solti
Piano – Julius Katchen

Record Grading:?
Side 1: NM+ Record has never been played. Removed from its inner sleeve for first time to capture stamper detail 2E    Side 2: NM+ Record has never been played. Removed from its inner sleeve for first time to capture stamper detail 4E

Jacket Grading:   VG+ I am a strict grader, especially with outer jackets, and have marked this down from a NM- to a VG+. If you are familiar with this release, you know that the outer cover was printed on thin and sensitive stock paper which was more susceptible to aging and early ring wear. There is some light rounding/wear of corners and some fraying around opening edges. However, all seams are fully intact with no splits or separation. Colors are still deep and rich with no fading. While there are no rips or tears, there is light flaking of laminate in a few small sections (see pics). Back of jacket has some discoloration from natural aging of the original adhesive. I have a very critical eye and assume that you may as well. Given that, I would rather have buyers be pleasantly surprised upon receipt of items purchased from me. I have take many photos (more than I normally would), from different angles and under harsh lighting so that bidders are comfortable.    

Overall:
This is a wonderful album and a truly legendary performance by Katchen. It is an early pressing wide-band Decca LP. While I wish the outer jacket was more pristine, it has aged in ways very similar to other copies I have seen of SXL 2076. What it TRULY rare about this item, is that the record has never been played. If the quality of the vinyl itself is what's most important to you, then I think you'd have a hard time finding a nicer copy to add to your collection.  Cheers!

Shipping:
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Note: This is an item that is out of print or considered a collectible. Returns can only be made if the item is not as described. Bidder has 7 days upon receipt to inform me. I will issue refund once item is in hand, and confirmed to be in the exact same condition as pictured in original. Return shipping costs are the buyer’s responsibility. My shipping is nonrefundable.Buyer’s remorse is not covered by this return policy.
This record comes from my personal library. I am first and foremost a music lover & collector, NOT a dealer or bulk seller. I am auctioning off a few choice pieces as I have run out of storage space. The majority of the items that I sell are duplicate copies looking for a good home.Please enjoy this music with your friends and loved ones!!
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