Pink Floyd Dark Side of the Moon * SOLID BLUE TRIANGLE * EX * UK 1st PRESS
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Pink Floyd - Dark Side of the Moon.
This exceptional copy of the Pink Floyd's eighth studio album is a UK first pressing with the highly prized solid blue triangle Harvest labels.
The vinyl is housed within the original 'midnight blue' tinged black gatefold sleeve. This copy is extremely rare in that it is without the DSOTM sticker to the front side. Contrary to common belief, this was placed on later copies in response to retailers complaining that customers did not know which album was the new Pink Floyd release that they had come to buy!
The album is complete with all original inners; both posters, both stickers and the original black, die-cut, 'patents pending' inner sleeve.
This is a record that I love listening to and in my opinion the A2 / B2 pressing is by far THE pressing to get to listen to. It is brilliant; exceptional; fantastic. If you haven't heard one, you should. Whilst by no means perfect, the audio on this particular record is truly superb and the flaws add an authenticity that I just love.
Serial number: SHVL 804
Matrix number: A 2 / B 2
Stamper codes: 1 GH / 3 D
Vinyl Weight: 170g
Condition:
Vinyl: EXCELLENT
Labels: EXCELLENT +
The labels are bright and clean. No spindle marks can be seen on either side.
Visual: EXCELLENT -
Immaculate 'factory-fresh' deep-gloss playing surfaces which are blemish free in bright daylight. Underneath the haze of a halogen desk lamp a number of hairline paper scuffs can be seen alongside a sparkling rainbow shine.
Sound Quality: EXCELLENT
The heavy-weight vinyl sounds superb. The record has clearly only ever been played on good quality equipment. The lead-ins are quiet and there is minimal static throughout. The record plays with the distinction one might expect from such an early pressing. The bass is punchy, the vocals are crisp and clear and the instrumentation is well defined. It's great, really great.
Please note, there is no skip on Money.
Sleeve: VERY GOOD +
The sleeve looks great. The front and rear show signs of rubbing wear. The corners are strong with just subtle softening. The spine is without wear. The top and bottom edges show subtle rubbing. Not perfect by any stretch, but a genuine example that has been with this record since day one.
Inners: EXCELLENT
The original inner sleeve is in great condition. The polythene insert has come unstuck from one side. Both posters and pictures are in fantastic condition. The vinyl is housed inside an audiophile quality, anti-static inner sleeve to help protect and preserve the record and inner sleeve.
The record will be sent via an insured courier in a padded vinyl mailer.
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