PINK FLOYD Dark Side of the Moon LP 30th Anniversary NM Kevin Gray Doug Sax

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171

Artist: Pink Floyd

Title: The Dark Side of the Moon (30th Anniversary Edition)

Label: Harvest / EMI

Year: 2003

Vinyl Condition: Near Mint (NM) – Pristine luster, looks and plays beautifully. Jacket Condition: Near Mint (NM) – Sharp corners, crisp gatefold, minimal to no shelf wear.

The "Holy Grail" of Modern Pressings: This 2003 30th Anniversary edition is legendary among audiophiles. It was mastered all-analog from the original master tapes by the powerhouse team of Doug Sax and Kevin Gray at AcousTech. Unlike later digital reissues, this Kevin Gray master is celebrated for its incredible dynamic range, warmth, and "dead quiet" vinyl floor.

Includes all original-style inserts:

• 3 Posters (Original 2 + exclusive 30th-anniversary poster)

• 2 Stickers

• 30th Anniversary Hype Sticker (if still attached/included)

  🎼 The Collector’s Perspective: Why I Own Every Pressing

  “If you’ve spent any time in the audiophile community, you know that The Dark Side of the Moon isn’t just an album—it’s a diagnostic tool. For decades, this record has been my North Star. I have spent a lifetime buying, listening to, and obsessively comparing almost every pressing in existence to find the ‘definitive’ sonic expressions of this masterpiece.

  When I am building a new system or testing a fresh component—whether it’s a high-compliance cartridge, a new set of interconnects, or a pair of speakers—this is the first disc I reach for. I know every square inch of this soundstage like the back of my hand. I listen for the decay of the piano, the texture of the high-register female vocals, the bite of the horns, and the shimmer of the cymbals. If a system can’t reproduce the clocks in ‘Time’ or the synthesizers in ‘On the Run’ with perfect clarity, it isn’t finished.

  The pressings I am listing now are the survivors of that decades-long search. These are the ‘grails’—the copies that passed the test. Whether it’s the historical weight of a UK 1st Press or the dead-silent floor of a MoFi UHQR, these are the records I’ve relied on to calibrate my own ears and equipment. I’m parting with them now so they can find a home with a collector who appreciates the same uncompromising level of detail.”

Shipping & Returns Policy

Professional Packaging

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

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

Fast & Tracked Shipping

• Handling Time: I ship within 1–2 business days of receiving cleared payment.

• Tracking: A tracking number will be provided immediately upon shipment.

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

Returns & Satisfaction

• The "Collector’s Guarantee": I use strict Goldmine Grading standards. If you feel the record does not match the description or grading, please contact me directly before leaving feedback. I am a collector first and I 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: For opened records, returns are accepted if the item is returned in the same condition as sent. Any new scratches, sleeve scuffs, or damage to the jacket incurred while in the buyer's possession will void the full refund.

• Shipping Costs: Buyer is responsible for return shipping costs unless there was a significant error in the listing.

💎 The "Vault" Collection: 250 Rare First Pressings

Attention Collectors: I am currently in the process of listing a massive, world-class collection of 250 Rare First Pressings. While many are Factory Sealed, I am also releasing select "Open-Box" Grails that have been meticulously preserved and play-tested. If you are looking for museum-grade 1st pressings from the 1960s through the 90s, please [Save My Store] and check back daily for new additions.