THE BEATLES BEATLES FOR SALE PMC 1240 VG/G- UK 1ST PRESS MONO VINYL LP
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Description
The Beatles ?– Beatles For Sale
Label:Parlophone ?– PMC 1240
Format:Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono, Gatefold
Country:UK
Released:04 Dec 1964
Genre:Rock
Style:Rock & Roll, Pop Rock, Beat
Matrix Side 1: XEX 503-4N GRA 1
Matrix Side 2: XEX 504-3N RH 3
All records are graded to the Record Collector Guidelines, with extra information added as required when play tested. Also all photos above are of the exact record you will receive if successful.
This record is in very good condition. It has lots of spindle marks visible on the labels but no pen marks, scuffs or any other serious issues. They are clean, bright and appear in good shape overall. The centre holes show some wear but are not overly loose and overall the iconic yellow Parlophone labels are in decent shape as I say.
As for the vinyl itself, both sides are free from anything really sinister but do have lots of light surface lines and some light scratches in places. There is however nothing deep or that can be felt. There are clearly lots of light lines evident when viewed in very bright light and overall the vinyl is clearly well used, hence why I have graded fairly low. Despite this it still has life in it yet, has a lovely shine and is free of anything really sinister.
I play tested the record and overall it played very well with no major issues such as skips, sticks or disruptive clicks. It lays flat and there is little to no movement in the record arm and overall the audio is very enjoyable as I say. There is no massive issue with crackling or surface noise and overall the majority of the audio is clear with just some minor crackle heard between track and in the run in/out. There is also little to no distortion evident and the audio quality was very good. I did however note that side 2 starts abruptly and with 2 loud clicks. This is right at the very start however and it plays through excellent after these. So visually not a pristine copy of this classic lp but also not a disaster by a long way, with the audio still very enjoyable and free of any major problems.
The gatefold sleeve is in good- condition. It has considerable wear to the edges and corners with the spine having a 1" split in the centre and half inch split to the top and bottom corners. There are no further splits anywhere and despite this clear wear the sleeve is still pretty solid. There is however clear damage to the rear right side with nasty scuffing evident. There is also some scuffing to the front left edge area. There is also evidence of tapin in parts, mainly along the front left edge. There is not a horrific amount of laminate creasing but there is also some of this on both side and some inside the gatefold. There is also some fading inside the gatefold and again more areas of taping evident. So overall a sleeve which is of course not ideal but is still solid enough despite the issues mentioned. I have tried my best to describe the sleeveas honestly as possible but please study the pictures provided to gain as much information as possible.
It contains its original poly-lined 'Use Emitex' inner in very good+ condition with no splits or serious issues but some light creasing and mild discolouring.
The record will be packaged in cardboard stiffeners and bubble wrapped thoroughly when dispatched. It will also be sent in a clean plastic outer and within 24hrs of receiving payment to ensure swift delivery.
I hope my photos are comprehensive enough but if you have any questions then don't hesitate to contact me. Also please check my Ebay feedback for a positive history of record grading, A1 communication and quick delivery times.
All offers are considered and are more than welcome.
Many thanks for looking.
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