Queen - A Night At The Opera EX-/EX UK 1st Press -2/-3 Vinyl LP 1975 Blairs
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Description
Original 1st UK pressing of the classic 1975 Queen album “A Night At The Opera” featuring Bohemian Rhapsody.
Embossed cover, die cut inner sleeve and early matrix endings (-2/-3)
Matrix numbers:
Side 1 - YAX 5063-2 GTA 2 BLAIR'S
Side 2 - YAX 5064-3 RDL 4 BLAIR'S
The vinyl is in great condition and visually EX- with only a few very fine sleeve removal marks and light scuffs under strong light. One can be seen on side one but this is very superficial and doesn’t affect the sound. It’s fully tested and plays with mostly lovely clear audio throughout the majority of the record. A couple of very low level crackles in a few of the spaces between tracks and a couple of quieter sections but this is minimal and doesn’t come close to overpowering the music. No other issues. All the music is loud and clear and sounds superb! Play grade is EX overall!
The sleeve is EX-. It has light discolouration (foxing) on the front and a few finger marks around the edges but these should rub out with a pencil rubber/eraser and they are minimal. It has a couple of indentations on the front, but again not really too noticeable. Otherwise in great condition with no creasing, writing or splits/tears. Nice, crisp and clean.
The inner is EX with no obvious wear or damage other than a very small split starting on the bottom edge (1cm and not fully through the card) Really nice condition. I will also include a new poly lined inner.
Overall this is a really nice original UK pressing with early matrix endings/stampers, etc.
Free tracked 48 hour shipping or 24 hour shipping available for an additional £4 via Royal Mail Special Delivery.
EU £15 shipping, £20 the rest of the world.
I offer a 5% discount if buying 2 records (or CDs/Cassettes) and a 10% discount on 3 or more (automatically applied at check out of added to basket first)
All items are carefully packaged in good quality DEFENDA mailers with stiffeners and new poly inners/pvc outer sleeves where appropriate before shipping!
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