THE SECT - DOWNLINERS SECT - BLUE/BLACK COLUMBIA - 1964

	£		50
	$		66

This is one of the first of many vinyl LP's for sale from a private collection. Very rare Blue/Black Columbia pressing of this vinyl.
Record For Sale 
Artist - The Sect
Title - "Downliners Sect"
Label - UK Columbia EMI 1658 33SX - Label is predominantly Black with Columbia and Columbia 'Magic Notes' graphic in Blue.  Rim of label is in Silver along with all remaining text on the label 
Format - 14 Track LP, 12 Inch, 33rpm, Mono
Matrix Stamps - XAX 2729 - I N (Side 1) XAX 2730 - I N (Side 2) 
Year of Release - UK 1964 
Sleeve Design - Laminated single sleeve front with cardboard rear. White front cover with picture of 4 band members in Black/White stood in front of a house. Album title at bottom left in Black with album title at bottom right in Blue, Bruce Fleming photo credit on bottom right. White rear cover with all text in Black, 'Cee Cee' production credit at top right.
Record Details The sleeve is in overall very good condition as shown in the pictures provided, it is graded at VG. The front of the sleeve has some small creases in the lamination and a small amount of staining around the entrance to the sleeve.  There is a very small amount of damage to the lamination (as shown in the picture) at the top of the sleeve, it is clear that someone in the past has had this sleeve pinned to a wall.  All four corners are in tact and only the top left corner is showing any signs of wear.  The spine of the sleeve is in excellent condition with no damage or creasing, all text is bold and legible.  The rear of the sleeve has no worrying concerns at all with all four corners in tact.  There is slight staining on the cardboard element and a small pin mark at the top of the sleeve.  When you consider that this sleeve is over 50 years old, it has no real concerns at all.
The record itself plays through with no issues or concerns and is graded at VG, it has a clear sound throughout. Side 1 has small surface marks that in no way affect playing or sound.  Label on Side 1 has spindle marks as shown on picture. Side 2 has minimal surface marks that in no way affect playing or sound. Label on Side 2 has spindle marks (less than side 1) as shown on picture. I would grade Side 2 as excellent.
I have used the Rare Record Guide grading system to grade the overall condition of both the sleeve and the record itself. 
Record Collector Magazine Grading System:
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 the lyric sheet, booklet or poster are in perfect condition. Records advertised as sealed or un-played should be Mint.
EXCELLENT The record shows some signs of having been played, but there is very little lessening 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 noticeable surface marks and the occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items, without any major defects, 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. 
The record will be packaged carefully using top quality record mailers and stiffeners. International postage is available and all International packages will be sent via special delivery, please contact me and I can obtain a quote for this service should it be required. All UK packages will be sent First Class Recorded.
Please contact me with any queries or questions regarding the record.