Stand Up - Jethro Tull stunning original 1st pressing Pink Island "Eye" label

	£		45
	$		60

Jethro Tull – Stand Up

Original pressing Pink Island “Eye” label in excellent condition, plays superbly. Never loaned out or been taken to parties I know the full history of this LP. You will have to search very hard to find one in as good condition as this! Have a look at the photos.

This is an original earliest 1969 1st pressing

Pink Island "Eye" label

UK stereo pressing ILPS 9103

Original sleeve with pristine condition pop-up inner

This copy has sat on my shelves alongside many others un-played, but not unloved, for the best part of 40 years and I guess it’s time to let it go to someone who will appreciate it and play it more often.

I bought this when it was first released and it has been stored in a protective polythene outer sleeve and the vinyl has always been kept clean. It has been recently “vacuumed” on my Moth Record Cleaning machine using L’Art du Son” cleaning fluid, which has no alcohol in it, to restore it to its original lustre, since when it has been housed in a Nagaoka anti-static inner sleeve (they really do work), although the original inner sleeve is included here as well. This LP has never been loaned out or taken to any party so I know its entire history and it has always been played on quality equipment.

The matrix details are as follows:

Side One:         ILPS 9103 A

Side Two:         ILPS 9103 B

Vinyl:                  Plays Excellent+

Both sides still retain the high gloss of new vinyl. Plays beautifully with only occasional soft background surface noise, evident only in between tracks and on the lead-in to both sides, although this is not intrusive by any means and doesn’t affect the enjoyment of the recording.

This LP plays as only early heavy vinyl can with strong instrument separation and 3-D image placement. The dynamics of this recording are similar to the sound of 180gm LP re-mastered reissues such as on Analogue Productions, Sundazed and Speakers Corner.

The acoustic instruments sound crisp and clear and the whole LP plays with no distortion. It sounds very “analogue” (unlike CDs), with the cymbals ringing clear and metallic and the drum sound is very accurate. The stereo separation between the instruments is very good with each clearly defined and no distortion. The acoustic instrumental sections are particularly well recorded and the playback faithfully reveals this. The whole LP plays so dynamically that it really adds to the playback experience. Having seen them perform at various venues around the time of this and their first album, “This Was”, I can confirm that this certainly is an accurate representation of how they sounded “live”. This is what only original first pressings can give you.

Please note: There is one small visible mark on Side 2 although this does not sound. There are a couple of fine, non-sounding, hairlines (probably caused by removal from the inner sleeve), on both sides. This is being extremely critical. Other than that this is probably the best condition copy of this LP you’ll be able to lay your hands on (unless you know someone, such as me, who has had a copy from new, always kept it scrupulously clean, never loaned it out and always played it on quality equipment).

I have played this on my current set-up which is a Project Perspective deck, Ortofon Kontrapunkt b cartridge through Musical Fidelity XLPS2 twin mono block phono stage into a WAD Pre–11 valve pre amp coupled to a Musical Fidelity A3.2cr power amp and finally Ruark Prelude ‘speakers and it sounds wonderfully dynamic and clear. It is worth bearing in mind that other systems may not reveal the same level of hi-fi sound, especially concerning the reproduction of any surface noise.

Sleeve:         Excellent+

Very slight evidence of ring wear on the rear of the sleeve. Virtually no “feathering” on the edges and the spine is still strong with no tears or wear. The lettering on spine still clear with just the hint of wear as can been seen in the photographs. There is no writing on any of the sleeve surfaces. The pop-up inner is complete, undamaged and with sharp edges and shows no signs of its age. The lettering on the spine is intact and reads "STAND UP" at the top edge, "JETHRO TULL" in the centre and "ISLAND ILPS 9103" at the bottom edge.

Inner sleeve:          Very Good+

This is the original inner sleeve and shows little signs of age, other than being slightly yellowed and slightly creased on at the corners. It has the British Patent number and the Made in England text.

Labels:                  Excellent

Both labels are clean and bright with no marks. There is no spindle wear and no writing or stickers as can be verified from the photographs.

This record has been visually and play graded as accurately as possible using the Record Collector's grading system (please see below) with an added + where the condition is somewhere between two grades.

MINT: The record itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks or deterioration in sound quality. The cover and any extra items such as lyric sheet, booklet or poster are in perfect condition. Records listed as un-played should be mint.

EXCELLENT: The record shows some signs of having played, but there is very little lessening in sound quality. The cover and packaging might have some slight wear and/or creasing.

VERY GOOD: The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable surface marks and the occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items is acceptable.

GOOD: The record has been played so much that the sound quality has noticeably deteriorated, perhaps with some distortion and mild scratches. The cover and contents suffer from folding, scuffing of edges, spine splits, discoloration etc.

Posting & Packing:

New Royal Mail postage rates from 1st April 2103

The postage quoted is for Royal Mail 1st Class & Royal Mail Airmail, so if you require any other method of posting or insurance please ask.

I always keep proof of posting & will assist you if you need to make a claim for loss or damage with Royal Mail. Please ensure you provide me with your correct address information.

The LP will be posted in thick purpose-made cardboard mailers with cardboard inserts for extra protection and the sleeve and LP will be separated to avoid any potential damage to either.

UK

Standard Royal Mail First Class Signed-for delivery service for Small Parcel - £4.50.

EUROPE

Royal Mail Airsure International signed for with full tracking details and Enhanced Royal Mail Insurance (for LPs valued at over £50) -  £14.25.

USA & REST OF THE WORLD

Royal Mail Airsure International signed for with full tracking details and Enhanced Royal Mail Insurance (for LPs valued at over £50) -  £17.25.

Keep a look-out as I will soon be posting more superb condition LPs from Led Zeppelin, King Crimson, East Of Eden and Wild Man Fischer as well as a few more unusual ones, all from my own collection, bought at the time of release and extremely well-looked after.

* Please note that I will be away from early Friday morning (19th April) until late Monday evening (22nd April) and so I won't be able to answer any questions - my apologies for this. I will contact the successful bidder on Tuesday morning (23rd April) and endeavour to dispatch the LP(s) as soon as payment has been confirmed.