THE SPECIALS S/T DEBUT EX+/EX 1979 UK 1ST PRESS SKA VINYL LP GREAT AUDIO
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Description
Specials* ?– Specials
Label:Two-Tone Records ?– CDL TT 5001, Two-Tone Records ?– CDL TT5001Format:Vinyl, LP, Album
Country:UK
Released:19 Oct 1979
Genre:Rock, Reggae
Style:Ska
Matrix Side 1: CDL 5001 A//1 E C 1 2 1 8 TY CBS
Matrix Side 2: CDL 5001 B//5 E C 1 1 1 1 TY CBS
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 excellent+ condition. It does have a few very faint spindle marks visible on each label but there are no pen marks, stains or scuffs anywhere. The centres show minimal wear and are not worn or loose. Overall the '2Tone' labels are clean, bright and in really good shape with no major issues to report.
As for the vinyl itself, both sides are very clean and have nothing remotely serious visible in normal light. There is a couple of incredibly light faint sleeve 'scuffs' and the odd minor thin line showing in places but nothing at all major or clearly obvious/visible. There are a few more incredibly light wispy lines visible under very bright light and the odd faint whisker but of course nothing remotely serious or sinister. The record has no serious scuffs, nasty marks or blemishes, has a lovely vivid lustre and overall is a solid EX+ visually.
I play tested the record and it played really well and superb throughout. It lays flat on the deck and upon playing there is little to no movement in the record arm. The sound produced is of excellent quality with next to no surface noise audible. There was a very slight trace in the run in and out on both sides but nothing at all major and on the whole it is crisp, clear and dynamic. There are no skips, sticks, clicks or pops and overall it was a pleasure to play test and it produced audio of great quality throughout.
The front laminated sleeve is in excellent condition. It has just a small amount of wear/denting to the edges and corners with the text along the spine all clearly legible. There are of course no splits anywhere and the sleeve as a whole is still rock solid. There are no tears, scuffs or pen marks anywhere and little to no ring marks showing. There is a few minor creases in the laminate emanating from the edges but not a drastic amount. There is also a few minor indentations to the laminate and some slight age related discolouring near the left edge. The rear has a touch of age related grubbiness and the odd faint mark but nothing major. Overall a very nice sleeve with just mild signs of age and handling. I have tried to describe the sleeve as best I can but please study the pictures provided to gain as much information as possible as to its condition.
It contains its original plain white poly-lined inner which is in excellent condition with no splits, tears or pen marks and only minor creasing and light discolouring.
The record will be packaged in cardboard stiffeners and bubble wrapped thoroughly when dispatched. It will also be sent in a brand new protective plastic sleeve, and within 24hrs of receiving payment to try to ensure a 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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