The Beatles Abbey Road LP Vinyl MFSL 1-023 Mobile Fidelity Japan MOFI OMR VG+

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# The Beatles – Abbey Road (Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab – MFSL 1-023)

## Original Master Recording • Audiophile Half-Speed Mastered Vinyl LP

Up for sale is a highly collectible audiophile copy of The Beatles' masterpiece, **Abbey Road**, released by Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab (MFSL 1-023) in 1980. This legendary reissue was half-speed mastered from the original stereo master tapes and pressed on Super High Definition Virgin Vinyl in Japan by JVC.

*Please note: The original translucent MFSL inner sleeve and cardboard insert card are missing. The vinyl is safely housed in a vintage replacement sleeve as pictured.*

### Item Specifics:

* **Artist:** The Beatles

* **Title:** Abbey Road (Original Master Recording)

* **Label:** Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab (MoFi) / Capitol Records

* **Catalog Number:** MFSL 1-023

* **Format:** Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition, Remastered, Stereo

* **Country of Pressing:** Japan (for US distribution)

* **Release Year:** 1980

* **Speed:** 33 RPM

* **Record Size:** 12"

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### 📊 Condition Grading (Goldmine Standard):

**Overall Grade: VG+ (Very Good Plus)**

* **Vinyl Condition: VG+**

The vinyl retains a beautiful, high-gloss luster. It shows a few faint, superficial paper scuffs/hairlines under bright light that do not affect playback. Expect a clean, quiet, and dynamic audiophile listening experience with minimal to no background surface noise. Labels are clean with crisp text.

* **Sleeve / Jacket Condition: VG+**

The iconic jacket is structurally sturdy with crisp edges. It shows minimal shelf wear, light edge rubbing, and no seam splits, writing, or ring wear. The distinct yellow "Original Master Recording" banner across the top is clean and vibrant.

* **Inner Sleeve:** Housed in a vintage, period-correct generic paper replacement sleeve featuring a Greek key pattern borders (see photos). The original MoFi rice-paper sleeve and catalog inserts are **not** included.

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### 📦 Professional Shipping & Handling:

* **Safe Packaging:** Shipped securely in a dedicated cardboard vinyl record mailer. The vinyl will be removed from the outer jacket during transit to prevent seam splits.

* **Domestic Shipping:** Fast shipping via USPS Media Mail (tracking included). Expedited shipping options available at checkout.

* **International Buyers:** Welcome via eBay’s International Shipping Program.

*Please review all high-resolution photos carefully as they form part of the description. Don't miss your chance to add this spectacular audiophile classic to your collection!*