THE SWEET: Desolation Boulevard - Gatefold LP + insert *UK 1st PRESS/RCA ORANGE

	£		36
	$		48

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Vinyl LP in gatefold sleeve - UK first press on orange RCA Victor labels (A1 / B1)

Includes a lyrics sheet insert

Read on for a detailed description and more photos...

RELEASE DETAILS

LABEL: RCA Victor

YEAR: 1974

CATALOGUE NUMBER: LPL1 5080

MATRICES: Both stamped; LPL1 5080 A-1 / LPL1 5080 B-1

COUNTRY: UK

VINYL WEIGHT: 130 grammes

CONDITION - RECORD COLLECTOR GRADING STANDARD (SEE BOTTOM OF LISTING)

SLEEVE: EXCELLENT / EXCELLENT (+)  condition; just a tiny bit of light ring wear to the rear + a small crease (also to the rear). The original price code sticker is still fixed to the rear of the sleeve (see photo).

SPINE: EXCELLENT, just a light fold mark typical of gatefold sleeves.

INSERT: VERY GOOD condition; some creasing.

LABELS: EXCELLENT, just some light spindle wear.

RECORD - SOUND: Bright and clear audio with both sides playing as VERY GOOD / VERY GOOD (+) with just the odd pop and click here and there. There is some light surface noise present, but this isn't that intrusive as this is a very loud record. 

RECORD - VISUAL: Probably VERY GOOD (-) to look at; the vinyl retains a nice shine but does have its fair share of hairline and light scratches + some superficial scuffing. There are also a few scratches that I would describe as mild. None of this seems to affect play; definitely plays much better than it looks.

PHOTOS

GRADING

All of my records have been play tested before listing using a new Rega P3-24 turntable. I describe honestly and accurately but please bear in mind that I am only human and such things are always subjective. I tend to grade records conservatively and believe that my feedback speaks for itself. I am a collector myself (please check my feedback as a buyer) and know how disappointing it is to receive an inaccurately described record.

I also grade visually using a strong halogen lamp.

I use the Record Collector grading system as shown below.

Please do let me know if you require any additional photographs of the sale item as I will be happy to oblige.

If you are unhappy with your purchase for any reason, please do contact me as all problems can be sorted out.

POSTAGE / SHIPPING

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I post worldwide and pack all records in custom made (stiff) card mailers and add extra packaging inside to ensure a safe delivery. I will provide a protective polythene sleeve and the record and inner will be removed from the outer sleeve to prevent seam splits in transit. I want your record to get to you in the condition that it was when it left me.

For any records that come with printed inner sleeves, I will also provide an additional plain inner.

All of the above is included in my postage and packing / shipping rates.

I will always offer a postage discount for multiple purchases. Please send me a message for a quote.

Any auction which exceeds a final sale price of £46 will need to be shipped by the following methods:

UK & Channel Islands: Special Delivery Next Day (Express Delivery)

Overseas: International Signed For

Please send me a message if anything is unclear and I will be happy to help.

RECORD COLLECTOR 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 Unplayed 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, scuffing of edges, spine splits, discolouration, etc.

FAIR: The record is still just playable but has not been cared for properly and displays considerable surface noise; it may even jump. The cover and contents will be torn, stained and / or defaced.

POOR: The record will not play properly due to scratches, bad surface noise, etc. The cover and contents will be badly damaged or partly missing.

BAD: The record is unplayable or might even be broken, and is only of use as a collection filler.