ROLLING STONES-LET IT BLEED UK 1ST MTRS #1#1 EX/NM

	£		52
	$		69

 THE ROLLING STONES - 'LET IT BLEED - Cat. No. SKL 5025 (No Poster)

MATRIX -6W / -2W & 1st Mother Stamps #1 #1

UK Press 9-Track Stereo LP on Blue DECCA 'Boxed' Label

 Original Very 1st James Upton Printed Cover dated 1969 with Port hole on rear to indicate RED Mono or BLUE Stereo

***** Vinyl Visually Looks UNMARKED is in Near MINT overall Condition!!! ***** 

***** Audio Playback - NEAR MINT - Virtually Undistorted Clear Sound Quality Throughout *****

**** Virtually Silent Audio Play Run-ins and in-between Tracks ****

 ***** Labels in Near MINT Condition No Signs of  Wear of Writing Marks or Blemishes *****

 ***** Stickered Cover is in Excellent Unspoilt Condition No Laminate problems on Front or Writing/Graffiti,Staining,Tears,Splits *****

***** Original Decca Second Type Censored  'Let it Bleed' Inner Sleeve *****

The Vinyl Looks Unmarked and in Exceptional Virtually Mark Free condition for its age!!! - Visually both vinyl surfaces look in amazing condition with No bad Scratches/Marks or other Blemishes - Also comes with the Original RARE Very 1st PRESSING  Picture Sleeve Cover - Printed in England by 'James Upton' and with the Original DECCA Company Censored version 'LET IT BLEED' Blue Stereo poly-lined inner sleeve - Both are totally intact and in overall excellent condition Just so scarce these days and near impossible to find a Copy of this Iconic Stones Album that hasn't been played into the Ground at wild Drunken parties in the early 70s And your probably thinking will I ever find that elusive copy where the Vinyl surfaces are still Half Decent and the Cover is still respectable and in one piece                      Well you have NOW!!!     

All parts of this Album are 100% Original and still in Exceptional condition for 37 years of age!!! - You will not be Disappointed!!! - So now is your chance to own a Near Perfect Copy of this particular album that would be very hard to better on the Unmarked Vinyl alone!!!

               Matrix Side 1: XZAL 6363.P - 6W   Mother Stamper:  1  /  B

                                Side 2: XZAL 6364.P - 2W   Mother Stamper:  1 / G U   

Please Note: The '1' Mother stamps on Side 1 & 2 is in 9'oclock position and 'B' & 'GU'  At 3'oclock 

TITLE:  LET IT BLEED

YEAR: 1969

CAT NO: SKL  5025

LABEL & COLOUR  DECCA  BLUE  STEREO

COUNTRY: UK

MATRIX Nos:  PRESS XZAL9363.P- 6W & XZAL 6364.P-2W 

All of my records That I'm selling are from my own personal collection that I have collected and cherished for over 45 years and which have been generally kept and looked after to the highest standard. All Records that I do offer will have NO Warps,Jumps,sticks,writing on covers or labels unless clearly stated in descriptions.

Vinyl Condition: NM The Vinyl on both playing surfaces visually appear to be UNPLAYED virtually clear and UNMARKED with NO Evidence of any Scratches or other Markings that can be seen both sides are in Flawless and Exceptional condition the vinyl is completely free from any obvious surface marks or groove wear which is quiet Remarkable and Unbelievable considering this vinyl LP is 37 years old! On even closer examination under a strong halogen bulb with the disc tilted at an angle you can only then detect some light blemishes and reveals nothing more than a few  insignificant mild faint wispy inner sleeve removal line traces that Absolutely doesn’t affect the virtually Perfect Audio Playback  The vinyl lays totally flat on a moving turntable - Still retains its original deep gloss black shiny sheen and lustre - It would be very hard these days to find a better vinyl copy of this Record that plays without any problems! - It’s a Fantastic Example!!! 

Please Note: This record has been stored away and not touched or cleaned for most of it's 37 years it would obviously benefit from a professional clean  before play as to reduce further any light static crackle that may be still present

AUDIO PLAYBACK ASSESSMENT:  - SUPERB UNINTERRUPTED CRYSTAL CLEAR CLARITY AND POWER ON AUDIO PLAYBACK END TO END - Audio is Graded as EX-NM This vinyl visually looks like its never been played and shows NO obvious marks or scratches and  looks extremely  well cared for and Near Perfect example - There are No major Clicks,pops,skips,jumps or repeats and shows No other annoying  audio noise distortions during playback If I'm going to be Ultra Critical whilst listening through the playback you may get occasionally when the very quiet tracks begin to play or on the start of run ins and inbetween tracks and the very quieter elements of audio playback or if at all  you may get some very light static crackle for a few seconds and then it just fades away but absolutely nothing of any consequence on this 37 year old Classic  that will spoil your overall enjoyment of this exceptional Iconic Classic Album - Overall  its just a Fantastic listening Experience that you would expect from the VERY 1ST  MOTHERS on this Pressing with Stunning Stereo overall Dynamic Audio performance!!! 

Cover Condition: EX  Original 1st issue dated 1969 printed on back of cover with Front Laminated in 'Clarifoil'  cover Printed in England by James Upton - Complete with Rare Sticker still attached but (No Poster) - The Glossy Laminate front on this well kept example still looks stunning being totally intact Flat and clean showing all its original bold vivid colours and is in amazing well Superb condition showing fantastic unworn edges including opening edges with good pointed corners and exceptional Laminate front - That visually shows NO drastic problems like Laminate lift wear or bad creasing or any other noticeable bad marks or blemishes apart from some light corner bump compression on the bottom corners only - The Back of cover is in quiet remarkable clean condition and been well preserved over the years considering this panel is not covered by Laminate and is just a matt card finish and only showing very light minimal handling wear over the years with a few small light surface discolouration/stain blemishes around the edges(this doesn't in anyway detract from the overall excellent condition of cover) - They are usually found to be in a terrible state full of crinkled creases & cracks across the front laminate and the Back matt panel showing to be worn & marked - This cover is in excellent overall condition with very little fault or ageing blemishes to be seen(this doesn't in anyway detract from the overall excellent condition of cover) This is a highly respectable and collectable 1st Press issue cover which is Solid and Unspoilt –Only showing the Absolutely minimal lightest wear - NO tears,rips,splits,ink writing or any other bad  blemishes.

Labels Condition: NM Visually Superb Unmarked and near perfect with hardly any evidence showing of Spindle usage marks or Trails showing across any of the Labels - Under strong light I can just see 2-3 faint light marks near the spindle hole the actual spindle hole still looks untouched - Going by the evidence showing It would be fair to assume it has barely had any audio play usage this record has only probably been played 1-3 times and copied to cassette tape. 

 Spine Condition: EX The laminated spine overall is clean intact and near perfect - All written text still showing to be clear legible and perfectly worded with the only signs of any wear is some light rub wear at each end of spine  

Inner Sleeve: EX The Original Decca Censored version ' LET IT BLEED' Blue Stereo Poly-lined sleeve is in superb clean unmarked intact condition and shows no evidence of any bad handling wear over it's lifetime -  NO Tears,Splits,Ink Writting,Stickers or other bad Blemishes apart from two small light paper nicks at top of sleeve and usual corner paper creases

   I'm currently sorting through some of my other Rarer vinyl records that have been played only a few times which are mainly UK 1st  PRESSINGS - Which are mostly in Excellent to Mint Condition - Mainly due to the Covers/Vinyl have been kept in plastic covers and Stored in a Cupboard for all of their Lifetime!!!

Thanks for Looking and Happy Bidding!!!

Track List:

1. Gimme Shelter 4:32
2. Love In Vain 4:21
3. Country Honk 3:07
4. Live With Me 3:34
5. Let It Bleed 5:30
6. Midnight Rambler 6:55
7. You Got The Silver 2:52
8. Monkey Man 4:13
9. You Can't Always Get What You Want 7:33

I will Grade LP to RECORD COLLECTORS 'RARE RECORDS' UK Grading system guide

This will give any interested bidders a good indication of the quality and overall  standard of my LPs 

Record Collector's Grading System:

MINT: The Record is in Brand New Condition with no surface marks or deterioration in sound quality. The Cover and any extra items such as the lyric sheet,booklet or poster are in Perfect condition. Records advertised as Sealed or Unplayed should be MINT.  

EXCELLENT: The Record shows some signs of having been played,but there is very little lessing in sound quality. The Cover and packaging might have slight wear and/or Creasing.

VERY GOOD: The Record has obviously been played many times,but displays no major deterioration in sound quality,despite noticable surface marks and the occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the Cover or extra items, without any major defects is acceptable.

        If there are any questions you would like to ask that I may not have covered Please email

YOU CAN BID WITH CONFIDENCE - I PROVIDE A SERVICE THAT YOU CAN TRUST - I OFFER QUALITY VINYL FOR SALE THAT IS ASSURED - ALL MY SOLD ITEMS HAVE 100% POSITIVE FEEDBACK FROM VERY HAPPY CUSTOMERS - I OFFER VERY FAST NEXT DAY POSTAL DESPATCH AFTER AUCTION ENDS AND AFTER RECEIPT OF PAYPAL PAYMENT - WITH PROMPT EMAIL COMMUNICATIONS WITH THE WINNING BIDDER AT ALL TIMES

Album Covers will be separated from vinyl in there inner sleeves and will be Protected in new high quality Polylined inner sleeves and thick Plastic Covers over the Album Cover - Bubble Wrapped - Packed Securely in the Highest  Quality Cardboard Record Box Mailers - With Fragile/Handle With Care Labels Stuck on to Help Prevent Any Damage - I Have Never Had Any Buyers Complain of Damage to any of my Records on Arrival so far - This can be proven on any of my Record Sales to date at any time by checking my 100% Positive Feedback!!! 

Postal Charges (Buyers Guide) - Next Day Despatch after Auction ends after Receipt of Paypal Payment

I Will Still Endeavour to keep my Postal Charges for all Buyers down to the Bare Minium 

My Postal Charges for the U K, Europe and Rest of World (USA, Australia, Japan etc) are one of the Cheapest on Ebay for despatch of Vinyl LPs - Ensuring that all LP's are Packed to the very highest Standards in the Best Quality Toughened Cardboard Boxes that Exist and always arrive to destination in one piece. (I don't use these flimsy thin cardboard mailers that generally arrive falling apart)  I will always obtain proof of posting but cannot be held responsible for any postal systems around the world that may go and lose any of the parcels. However, I will always aim to resolve any problems to the satisfaction of all parties. I do not believe in taking Liberties with postal Charges for any potential buyers as some Sellers seem to do (See Below for New Price Guide).  

POSTAGE: UK Royal Mail 1st Class £2.99 (Double LP's £3.50) / EUROPE £3.99 / REST OF WORLD £6.49 

ADDITIONAL LP's: UK £1.50 / EUROPE £2.00 / REST OF WORLD £3.00 

UK BUYERS PLEASE  NOTE: IF THE FINAL WINNING BID FROM A BUYER ON A RARER LP RECORD EXCEEDS £46 THEN AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE FOR RECORDED DELIVERY SIGNED FOR PACKAGE OF £1.00 WILL BE ADDED TO PAYMENT INVOICE - I WILL ALWAYS OBTAIN PROOF OF POSTING BUT I CAN'T BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR POSTAL LOSS  OR DAMAGE OF PACKAGE DURING TRANSIT.

INTERNATIONAL/OVERSEAS BUYERS PLEASE NOTE: IF THE FINAL WINNING BID FROM A BUYER ON A RARER LP RECORD EXCEEDS £46 THEN AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE FOR 'INTERNATIONAL SIGNED FOR PACKAGE' DELIVERY OF £4.95 WILL BE ADDED TO PAYMENT INVOICE -  I WILL ALWAYS OBTAIN PROOF OF POSTING BUT I CAN'T BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY POSTAL SYSTEMS AROUND THE WORLD FOR POSTAL LOSS OR DAMAGE OF PACKAGE DURING TRANSIT   

UK

1st Class Royal Mail Delivery Cost to Buyers

EUROPE

1st Class Airmail

REST OF WORLD

1st Class Airmail  USA,Australia, Japan,etc

1 x LP

£2.99

1 x LP

£3.99

1 x LP

£6.49

2 x LP

£3.50

2 x LP

£5.99

2 x LP

£9.49