Beatles LP INTRODUCING THE BEATLES Version 1 MONO VJLP 1062 (#1)

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    1964 MONO "VERSION 1" Record by Vee Jay 
    Beatles LP "INTRODUCING ... THE BEATLES"       VERSION 1 "MONO"  COLUMN BACK" /  "TITLES ON BACK"            100% AUTHENTIC     
     Vee Jay Records issued this album on January 10, 1964. 1st Pressing; VJLP 1062 on label; LP      1062 on outer jacket.  Pressed by ARP Records, this was the VERY 1st PRESSING of this very       rare record.  Two (2)  other companies who ad pressed  VERSION 1 MONOS  for  Vee Jay  were       Monarch Records & Southern Plastics. Only a total of around 79,000 were ever pressed. This       was merely a sampling when you consider that a normal record was pressed in the  100s of  1,000s.       Very Scarce and now 52+ YRs. OLD and getting much harder to locate in the collectors market, in       any condition. The  Vinyl Disc &  Outer Jacket pass all the tests necessary to define it including       the 100% Conclusive "HONEY" Test which tells any serious collector all they need to know. 
     By the way, regardless of what you may have read or heard, NO VERSION of this album was      ever released in 1963. Songs on this record were RECORDED in England in 1963 for the album      "PLEASE PLEASE ME"  on the  PARLOPHONE  label.
     So if you're not sure about what you are viewing in this auction, read the section      below entitled "SOME INTERESTING AND IMPORTANT FACTS".                 OUTER JACKET:         Features the 100% CONCLUSIVE "HONEY" TEST, one that NO FAKE HAS EVER PASSED. Collectors know that        in buying items like this, while vinyl discs must pass their own tests and have individual value, the jacket has its own        tests. As for any of specifics, the "SPINE" is intact and readable.  No Splitting and  No Writing.  There is some edge        wear and mottling on top and bottom which is quite common with these jackets. Mild ring wear on the bottom front        by PAUL but this is quite typical of these jackets. Overall not bad at all. (If you're looking for additional details,        please feel free to ask or request additional photos. For those interested in a traditional grading; VG        to VG+)
      (SEE SECTIONS BELOW in "SOME INTERESTING & IMPORTANT FACTS" in SECTION 8 (Test #3)        and SECTION 14).                 FIRST VINYL PRESSING:  1 of only 79,000 ever pressed!        VINYL features scratches throughout on both sides with typical paper slides and scuffs. The OVAL label lists all CENTER           POSITIONED SONG TITLES; # "VJLP1062" at 9:00; the words "LONG PLAYING" and "MICROGROOVE" do appear        on this label version. Label's color band is clean and defined, featuring the required presence of the color "GREEN". This          DISC was pressed by MONARCH RECORDS. Label features UPPER CASE type style.  "THE BEATLES" is located above        the spindle hole. To every knowledgeable collector this is a definitive visible feature of authenticity. All the correct trail off          stampings are present.  Remember that a grand total of around  79,000  discs were pressed by three (3) different pressing       companies hired by Vee Jay. 79,000 is considered a mere fraction of what quantities records were normally pressed and       undoubtedly a direct result of their legal issues that they had to endure, not to mention all of their monetary problems that        plagued them in 1964.     (If you're looking for additional details please feel free to ask or request additional        photos. For those interested in traditional grading; VG-). BUT KEEP IN MIND HOW RARE THESE ARE!
     TO THE UNSUSPECTING BUYER:  BEWARE of FAKES!  Before you buy any version of this great LP, be sure that you         understand all the differences between FAKES and REAL ones. We say this not to insult anyone but simply to state that         it is a well known fact that buyers are often easily fooled. BUY ONLY FROM EXPERTS!  So if you ever have questions         about how to identify a  FAKE,  please contact us anytime.  As one of the World's Foremost Authorities on all aspects of           Vee Jay Records and the company itself, we would be proud to be your source for any AUTHENTIC "BEATLES" vinyl         pressings, especially those on the Vee Jay label.
     WE NEVER SELL FAKES, so BUY WITH CONFIDENCE!  It's always been our policy to never knowingly sell anything         other than originally produced collectibles. So, if you are looking for any AUTHENTIC version of this LP or a source for         authentic BEATLES Vinyl Records or CDs, then shop here at THE ELECTRIC STORE, USA.              Average fans were never made aware of the fact that there were 2 VERSIONS of this LP  and  how  rare  the  first ones were.         In fact, Vee Jay was quite secretive during transition from VERSION 1 to VERSION 2. When they were forced to cease         the distribution of all BEATLES material as of JANUARY 16, 1964 , specifically with VERSION 1s, they had an idea on         how to get around this. So when they resumed production in early FEBRUARY OF 1964 and came out with VERSION 2         replacing the songs "LOVE DO"  and "P.S. I  LOVE YOU" with "PLEASE PLEASE ME" and "ASK ME WHY" (the 2 songs         they knew they would be allowed to use), this was their opportunity to create a new cover,  since the original ones were         considered to be dull and boring, especially lacking any liner notes. But they were not about to attract any more attention         than necessary, so  the new  covers were identical to the design of the originals with the only exception being the changes         in the 2 song titles listed. Another reason to keep  the cover  design the  same was that in the  midst of their legal issues, this         allowed  them to inject originally made VERSION 1 LPs   into the overall unsuspecting marketplace along with the new         VERSION 2 LPs without attracting unwanted attention.  Financially it turned out to be a wise move that had to happen,         since they were quite strapped for cash and it solved the problem of what to do with the remaining VERSION 1s.
      Less VERSION 1s were ever made than VERSION 2s.  In  the 1st  quarter of  1964,   VERSION 2   (both MONOS & STEREOS)        were pressed  in  much  greater  numbers  making it very  clear why  an y  VERSION 1  has  become so  valuable and  quite  a find in  any        condition.  Needless  to  say  these ALBUMS are  highly sought after  by all  serious  collectors.   It is  also very  important  to point out        that  Vee Jay NEVER  RE-ISSUED  this album. So anytime you see someone selling is a "RE-ISSUE", it is undoubtedly a FAKE.
    (Our catalog # ITB -V1-822-1B)
      ATTENTION!  BEATLE  collectors are aware that VERSION 1 of  INTRODUCING ... THE BEATLES  was issued officially on        JANUARY 10, 1964 in 3 DIFFERENT COVER VARIATIONS. By the time this cover was released with all song titles listed on        the back, the writing was already on the wall for Vee Jay. In short, their legal battles brought about panic to the entire company        with the release of their next desperate act, commonly referred to as a VERSION 2. In typical fashion, Vee Jay  then decided to        rush all remaining BEATLE  products out the door by whatever means necessary, including using any leftover materials that were           in stock, including labels, cardboard jackets, inner sleeves etc. right up until their legal deadlines,  which expired on OCTOBER        15, 1964. As stated herein, contrary to popular belief this LP was NEVER released in 1963 (IN ANY VERSION). In fact, most        fans never even knew there was more than one VERSION of this LP. Needless to say, no one had any idea that in years to come,        how scarce or valuable any VERSION 1 would ever become, and IN ANY CONDITION! (ESPECIALLY in STEREO). So here's        your chance to own an incredible piece of BEATLES  history!  ______________________________________________________________________________________________________       All BEATLES  pricing is reflective of the latest BEATLES PRICE GUIDES  in particular the most recently guides published by          BEATLES experts. In addition, our pricing is based on condition, rarity, and scarcity. There are other several BEATLES PRICE        GUIDES  available, however keep in mind that many guides are now several years old and don't reflect accurate or current market        values, regardless of who the authors are or whatever their so-called "expertise" might be. Please feel free to ask any questions or        request additional photos!  ______________________________________________________________________________________________________    SOME INTERESTING & IMPORTANT FACTS about ...    "INTRODUCING ... THE BEATLES" (compiled by our expert staff).      What is a FAKE & what is a REAL copy?
    1.) First & foremost, real copies of any version of this LP must have "INTRODUCING ... THE BEATLES" & "THE BEATLES",      ABOVE THE SPINDLE HOLE  on the record label. If either phrase is below the hole, it is FAKE!  No exceptions.
    2.) Keep in mind; there were only (2) official versions of this LP; VERSION 1 & VERSION 2; and never any re-issues made      by Vee Jay. Therefore wherever you see the term: "RE-ISSUE", it's a FAKE.
    3.) VERSION 1; Included: "AD BACK", "BLANK BACK" & "COLUMN or TITLES ON BACK" variations. All confirmed "AD      BACK" covers have "PRINTED IN USA" on the front cover printed vertically in the lower left corner. If this is missing, the "AD      BACK" slick was undoubtedly removed from another Vee Jay LP and pasted to the back of a less valuable later version. This      always leaves tell-tale wrinkles on the border of the slick. Also, contrary to popular belief, and although all songs present were      originally recorded in the UK in 1963 for the original LP "PLEASE, PLEASE ME" on PARLOPHONE, NO COPY OF THIS      LP WAS EVER RELEASED IN 1963. It is a known fact that the first copies of "INTRODUCING … THE BEATLES" were all     officially released by Vee Jay Records, on Friday January 10, 1964. 
    4.) The 1st VERSION 1 COVER (outer jacket) prepared was called the "AD BACK", VJ 1062 (1) MCI. The back of this jacket      featured color images of 25 Vee Jay albums. The Front cover has the words "PRINTED IN USA" in the lower left side printed      vertically. All VERSION 1 records have a significantly higher value but the outer jacket is really what makes it a significant find. 
    5.) The 2nd VERSION 1 COVER for this LP was known as the "BLANK BACK" featuring a 100% BLANK BACK of the outer      jacket with a semi-gloss all white paper slick pasted there. Some covers (MC2A) do have "PRINTED IN USA" on the front like the      "AD BACK" while others (MC2B) do not. Once again it is the cover that makes the overall piece much more valuable. 
    6.)  The 3rd VERSION 1 COVER was known as the "COLUMN BACK" or the "TITLES ON BACK" cover. It listed song titles on      the back in (2) columns. This variation (MONO or STEREO) came predominantly with the "Oval" logo label or Black/Rainbow      with Vee Jay in typical "Brackets" [VJ] (RARELY). Legit STEREOS  of this variation are all very rare, always keeping in mind      that there have been hundreds of thousands of FAKES that have tried to mimic this cover. FAKE covers are found with discs, and     are undoubtedly counterfeit, and "THE BEATLES" always appears below the spindle hole. And if the VINYL is FAKE then     the cover is too.  LABELS  – 1ST label for VERSION 1 run was the Black Rainbow label with the "Oval" logo. Vinyls included      the songs "P.S. I LOVE YOU"  and "LOVE ME DO"  replaced later on VERSION 2 pressings with "PLEASE, PLEASE ME"  and      "ASK ME WHY". The VERSION 2s were not released until early FEBRUARY of 1964. There are Three (3) font variations with      "Oval" labels for this version. MR1A states words "LONG PLAYING" and "MICROGROOVE" in upper & lower case font, while      MR1B doesn't mention them, and MR1C has these words, but only in upper case font. (A few of VERSION 1s have been found      with the "BRACKETS" [VJ] logo on the label). 
    7.) VERSION 2 – All official versions must have all words "INTRODUCING … THE BEATLES" and "THE BEATLES" above the      spindle hole. If either is below, it is always be a FAKE. The VERSION 2 featured song titles "PLEASE, PLEASE ME"  and "ASK      ME WHY"  replacing "P.S. I LOVE YOU" and "LOVE ME DO"  found only on VERSION 1 copies. VERSION 2 was released in      early FEBRUARY 1964. The labels varied with either the Black Rainbow "Oval" logo, or the Black Rainbow "BRACKETS"       [VJ] logo, or the Black Background with SILVER "VJ" logo, or a Black Background with SILVER "Oval" logo, or the rare      Black Background or SILVER "VJ" in Block Style print, or Black Background with the SILVER "BRACKETS" logo [VJ]      (very rare). In rare cases, some VERSION 2 records can also be found with a 45 rpm label as well (Black Rainbow with "Oval"      logo). There are also some FAKES that feature a Medium Sized SILVER BRACKETS [VJ] LOGO printed on an all Black label      (Real ones have a much smaller logo). All VERSION 2 covers are "Column Back / Titles on Back". No copy of any of the      STEREO VERSION 2 discs with a regular sized Rainbow label and the "Oval" logo are known to exist. Although back in 1964      at Vee Jay, anything would have been possible.
    8.) SOME IMPORTANT TESTS FOR AUTHENTICITY:       TEST #1 – An obvious visual test is the "SHADOW" test. It was originally assumed that when George Harrison's "SHADOW"      appeared on the right side of the front of the album cover, that this was a definitive sign of authenticity. It was later discovered that      some elaborate FAKES also had this feature, therefore, although his shadow must be there, its appearance alone does not define      the LP as being authentic.       TEST #2 – A 100% CONCLUSIVE test is the "HONEY" test. This refers to the back of the jacket and song title "A TASTE OF      HONEY". On ALL FAKES, in letters "H" and "E", the top left corners of the letters are not solidly printed with black ink missing      there. This is THE  most definitive test recognizing authenticity. All FAKE covers (especially back panel) are poorly photo copied      examples of original VERSION 1 COLUMN BACKS, but due to their poor quality, they're subject to many subtle inconsistencies      which can be spotted by any trained eye, and of course the "HONEY" test illustrates one of these errors. Also, in reference to the      back of the outer jacket, there are other "INK" tests however most have not been confirmed to be 100% CONCLUSIVE, but NO      FAKE HAS EVER PASSED THIS TEST.       TEST #3 – A "FLAP TEST" requires the inspection of the inside of a jacket's opening.  In publications dedicated to pointing out      differences between authentic & fake records and covers, for years it had always been assumed that any cover that would be found      with NO FLAPS, had to be FAKE.  But in the 1990s some authentic covers on  WEST COAST  releases were discovered to have      NO FLAPS at all. Collectors had always assumed that all legitimate covers had to have 1/4" flaps at the inner top and bottom. But     that thinking has obviously now gone out the window. This changes conventional thinking specifically on any  VERSION 1 cover.     But it is important to point out that if and when a cover is found with NO FLAPS, it must still pass all other tests, most importantly     the 100% CONCLUSIVE "HONEY" TEST. Why did these "FLAP" discrepancies exist? Remember that Vee Jay  had hired more      than one firm with respect to the make-up and printing of these jackets  (i.e.  Coburn & Ivy Hill). So, naturally there would have to      have been subtle differences in how both of these vendors independently produced a finished product. What we've stated here was      always suspected. Realists have always surmised that there could never have been only one or two legitimate covers produced as      a sample of any production run with NO FLAPS. But without supporting documentation from Vee Jay, no one really has any idea     how many of either were actually manufactured. What we do know is that around  79,000 MONOS  and  ONLY  2,202 STEREO      VERSION 1 albums were produced which included all of the AD BACKS, BLANK BACKS & COLUMN BACKS (or "Titles On          Back"). When you consider the way that Vee Jay was being run in 1964 nothing would be surprising. With legal issues hanging      over their heads in 1964 confirmed by eye witnesses who worked at Vee Jay, there had always been a sense of urgency to move      any and all products out the door as quickly as possible regardless of appearances and characteristics.  VERSION 1 covers were      assembled some time in late December 1963 and also early January 1964. But like everything else that went on, just imagine      what the quality control must have been like in those chaotic days. Actually there were times when people actually wondered if any      authentic COLUMN BACK jackets existed at all, but obviously they do. Remember, the "HONEY" test tells all and NO FAKE has      ever passed this test. In 1964 there were no rules at all at Vee Jay.
        SIDE NOTE ....  Regarding the existence of these covers, until the 1990s, it was thought, because there had been so many          counterfeits produced over the years, this caused all concerned to believe that there were no legitimate copies ever released.          But when a real one turned up, there was quite a stir in the collector's market.  Right around that time, a well know collector          came across another authentic copy. This was verified by other well known experts and it confirms that indeed the LP known          today as the STEREO VERSION 1 "COLUMN BACK" or "TITLES ON BACK" really exists. In what quantity, no one will          ever know for sure since precise production figures do not exist. However, an educated guess would tell anyone that there          certainly had to have been quite a few more than the 2 mentioned here! Many are estimated to remain in the hands of private          collectors today, most of whom realize the value of such a rare LP. Logically no record company would EVER  have had a         production run of any product in quantities smaller than at least in the thousands.
    TEST #4 – Read the "Trail Off Area". This area of the record on most if not all FAKES is always wider than legit copies. On all      GENUINE copies, this  area varies between 3/4” & 7/8” but on FAKES it is often anywhere from 1” to 1 1/4”. Most  (but not all)       legitimate albums normally had raised relief machine stamped logos in the "Trail Off" areas. Since all machine stamps are very      hard to copy or duplicate, FAKES very often have no markings or only hand scratched ones. The most common machine stamps      are from AUDIO MATRIX (AR) or the ARP logo.       TEST #5 - Another trait of all FAKES is that they are pressed on much thinner vinyl. Always check for thickness by comparing an      LP that in doubt to a known legitimate copy and you'll see the difference.      TEST #6 - On the back of the jacket, "B" in "BEATLES" at the top right in FAKES has a noticeable ink irregularity in the lower      left inner section of the letter. In the REAL covers, the "B" is printed clearly with no flaws. Check out this feature against known      legitimate covers.      TEST #7 - On the back of the jacket, left of "MISERY", all the FAKES have a very noticeable ink irregularity in the north/south      post line. Some refer to this as an INK BUMP. It is very easily spotted.       TEST #8 - If the label's color band has NO color GREEN in its lower to middle left side, record is FAKE.      TEST #9 - Matrix Numbers are 63-3402 & 63-3403. Some job numbers are 5702 & 5689 preceded by small triangle. Pressing      IDs / Stampings are either AUDIO MATRIX, ARP, MR. Hand etchings are 6-29-63, RA or A. All others or lack thereof are FAKES.      TEST #10 - O

riginal covers 

have somewhat 

of a gloss to the paper stock used 

on back (glossiness or sheen may 

vary). But 

if the 

    paper used 

appears to be a completely FLAT WHITE STOCK,

it's a FAKE.

  
          (SEE SECTION 14 BELOW FOR  FURTHER DESCRIPTION OF "FLAP" TEST EXCEPTIONS).
    9.) It is important to note, THE most "FAKED" LP was the STEREO VERSION 1 "Column Back" album.  FAKES feature the song      titles on the outer jacket and record label: "P.S. I LOVE YOU" and "LOVE ME DO". However when you play a FAKE, these songs      are normally NOT on the disc. Instead you'll probably hear "PLEASE, PLEASE ME"  and "ASK ME WHY". (A few exceptions have      turned up playing "P.S. I LOVE YOU" & "LOVE ME DO", but in most cases, these usually turn out to be FAKES). Also note that even     though the outer jacket illustrates the word "STEREOPHONIC" at the top of the Front cover in GRAY on WHITE background, you      won't EVER find the word "STEREO" anywhere on the record label and the recording is in MONO as well.
    10.) Contrary to popular belief, there were NEVER any "REISSUES" of VERSION 1 or VERSION 2 LPs. And if you have seen any      version of this LP with a stock photo on the front with DARK BROWN border, or cover has YELLOW haze to it, it's FAKE! Keep in      mind that Vee Jay NEVER sealed these early albums so if you have one that is sealed, it's probably a FAKE! (Either a retail store or      a dealer SEALED copies of these records in most cases).
    11.) Recently it has come to our attention that some sellers feel they know all there is to know about this LP by posting bogus info.      For example, some state that unless "MICROGROOVE" appears on the label, the record is FAKE. NOT TRUE!  There are certain      variations that do NOT have either "LONG PLAYING" or "MICROGROOVE" on the label, and yet they are all legit pressings. Also      there are some who have stated that if you see the word "STEREO", it is not a legit pressing. NOT TRUE!  We have NEVER seen      the word "STEREO" on any fake label. But if it DOES appear on the label, it's authentic. And also there are some who have actually      stated that any STEREO OUTER JACKET offering the song titles "LOVE ME DO" and "P.S. LOVE YOU" is a FAKE! WHERE ARE      THESE PEOPLE GETTING THEIR INFORMATION?  Although rarely seen, every VERSION 1 STEREO COLUMN BACK features      "LOVE ME DO" and "P.S. I LOVE YOU" and since there were ONLY 2,202 COPIES EVER PRESSED, if found it would be worth a      small fortune in any condition.
    12.) Jackets with RED, WHITE & BLUE DOTS located under the top back side paper overlap are FAKES. The dots were normally      used during the printing process. They are CLEARLY VISIBLE WITHOUT THE NEED TO SEPARATE THE PAPER FROM THE      JACKET.  Disturbing the paper is NEVER recommended since it does seriously devalue the jacket once separated. Therefore if you      don't see any DOTS thru the PAPER, the COVER is REAL, AS LONG AS ALL OTHER TESTS ARE PASSED. And usually a FAKE      cover will be accompanied by a FAKE disc.
    13.) If the record has a label with a RAINBOW color band without high resolution or gradual color change, it's FAKE. Some labels      are plain BLACK with SILVER lettering with either a small [VJ] Brackets label or SILVER OVAL label. These have NO Color Band      and are the exceptions. Color Bands MUST INCLUDE the color "GREEN" or the record is a FAKE..
    14.) (RE: OUTER JACKET "FLAPS")  It's been disclosed by most knowledgeable experts that some WEST COAST COVERS have      been found to have NO FLAPS, yet they pass ALL THE OTHER LEGITIMACY TESTS which includes the all important and  100%      CONCLUSIVE "HONEY" TEST (listed above). Therefore with NO FLAPS present at all, jackets MUST STILL PASS ALL OTHER      TESTS  for legitimacy in order to be considered AUTHENTIC. In 1964 Vee Jay was known to have thrown caution to the wind when      it came to any resemblance of quality control. It's been stated by most experts that almost any STEREO disc might have paired with      any VERSION 1 cover. But passing the "HONEY" test is still  THE MOST IMPORTANT test since  NO FAKE HAS PASSED THIS      TEST - EVER! Always keep that in mind when examining the results of any other tests. Nothing else matters. And a final word about      "FLAPS"; a well know collector, presently has a "MONO" cover, and another has 2 "STEREO COVERS" in their possession, none      having any "FLAPS". These are small numbers, but we point out that where there is one or two, common sense would dictate that      there had to have been more. As screwed up as Vee Jay would have been at that time, they never would have had any production      runs in single digits or such small quantities. Even for them it wouldn't have made sense.
    15.) We've had people write in and ask "WHY DO PAUL'S HANDS NOT APPEAR ON THE FRONT COVER?"  on certain versions      of INTRODUCING ... THE BEATLES. This comment mainly applies only to STEREO covers. His hands don't appear on any version      of this LP but they DO appear on MONOS and on STEREOS that DON'T have the word "STEREOPHONIC" printed across the top      of the front cover in GRAY on a WHITE BACKGROUND. Some STEREOS were housed in MONO covers with applied  "STEREO"      or "STEREOPHONIC" stickers. Only in these cases would you ever see "PAUL'S HANDS". Stickers are WHITE with BLACK ink. 
    16.) If you find what appears to be a VERSION 1 record, even from a distance its easy to spot a FAKE. I don't know how we forgot to      mention this. When surfing thru ebay listings, if you spot a STEREO JACKET with a vinyl disc and a Vee Jay "BRACKETS" label,      its either a FAKE or a VERSION 2. There are NO KNOWN VERSION 1 STEREO DISCS that have the "BRACKETS" label; only the      "OVAL" label.
    We only hope that this sets the record straight on these very important but often misunderstood points. If      anyone has any comments or feels that our information is lacking in any way, please come forward.
   Please take a moment and look over all of our listings.     SOMETHING FOR PROSPECTIVE BUYERS TO CONSIDER ...     It is important to point out that when we sellers on ebay set a price for any item, many factors are considered, one of which is that      the SELLER FEES can be up to 10% OF THE SELL PRICE. So, when you think that a price listed may be higher than anticipated,      or what you think it should be, please keep these added costs in mind. Thank you for watching!    A LITTLE BACKGROUND INFORMATION ...     Where does our knowledge of "Vee Jay" RECORDS originate? Although there have been several well done and well researched      publications produced about the history of the "BEATLES", their recordings, and companies who've had the unique opportunity      to have had an association with them, most if not all, have based their research solely upon THIRD PARTY INFORMATION and      whatever existing info or documents remained available.  Regarding our specific expertise with respect to "Vee Jay",  our owner      was fortunate enough to have had a relative who was personal friends of both Vivian Carter and also her husband Jimmy Bracken      (original "Vee Jay" owners). Their friendship goes back even to their days in the early 1950s in Gary, Indiana. Since he had some      previous experience at that time in the recording industry, they hired him to work at "Vee Jay".  With his first hand knowledge of      everything that went on there thru December of 1964, his insight and experience with respect to daily operations along with the     internal issues that he graciously passed on to us, have been invaluable, originating from his personal life. Production & Vendor      issues were his areas of knowledge and expertise, which he was personally involved with daily, right on through the "BEATLES"      era. His first hand knowledge in addition to all his personal possessions and documents retained from his years there, have been      and always will be considered priceless to us.  He'd stated on many occasions that 1964, was a stressful year for everyone there.      Although he remained friends with the BRACKENS, it was no longer a place he felt he could continue to work and contribute.  We      are happy to have had the opportunity to pass on, what is considered some of the greatest personal insight and experience ever      obtained from an employee of a recording company of such historical significance.
     ALL ITEMS ARE PROFESSIONALLY PACKAGED! 
   BUY WITH CONFIDENCE! YOUR SITE FOR "AUTHENTIC" BEATLES VINYL!
    "LIMITED" RETURN POLICY ...     We now have a LIMITED RETURN POLICY requested by many potential buyers!  Actually when you look through many of the current auctions appearing on ebay,       you will find that we weren't the only sellers who had refused RETURNS. It should be noted that under the category of RETURNS many sellers state the "SELLER       DOES NOT OFFER RETURNS. YOU ARE COVERED BY EBAY's MONEY BACK GUARANTEE IF YOU RECEIVE AN ITEM THAT IS NOT AS DESCRIBED IN THE LISTING".       Our LIMITED RETURN POLICY refers to items AS DESCRIBED IN THE LISTING. To define  "AS DESCRIBED"  we adhere to such rules of this site with actual limited       verbiage within an auction with respect to WHAT THE ITEM IS, WHO THE ARTIST IS, SPECIFIC FEATURES, AUTHENTICITY and ORIGINALITY. With respect to terms      like AUTHENTICITY of an item, that will be determined by viewing detailed photos and posting of accurate descriptions.  This seller never engages in the selling      of items which are not authentic (unless specified such as a "copy"). If the potential buyer has a question as to the authenticity of an item, he or she may request       additional photos or further details, some of which can be provided by viewing and comparing to known examples or referring to accepted publications. As for the       condition of an item (i.e. RECORD, OUTER JACKET) for example, in the case of a vinyl record, we will do our best to describe what it's play surface may look like       and post detailed photos to the best of our ability as amateur photographers. (Always keep in mind that describing the condition of a vinyl record is not an exact       science and is based upon someone's visual examination and an opinion of an examiner. Industry standards are followed by all of our examiners). Labels will be       best described by posting detailed photos that would illustrate defects if and when they exist. As for an outer jacket or picture sleeve, we'll inform buyers about       any possible bends, folds, seam splits, writing, tears etc. Photos posted for any possible defect will be the best descriptive evidence for anyone. When it comes       to items that are sold as a ONE-OF-A-KIND, RARE COLLECTIBLE, ARTIFACT or MUSEUM PIECE, these are sold based upon what they in fact are, and with limited       consideration given to condition since they are unique pieces. These items would not fall under standard return guidelines unless there are damages discovered       upon arrival. As stated in some of our previous auctions, we will continue to insist that prospective buyers ask questions or request additional photos if they are      uncertain, PRIOR TO PURCHASING OR MAKING ANY OFFERS. We want to always make sure that buyers fully understand, exactly what it is that they are buying.       In the specific case of Vinyl Records where we would normally provide a detailed description with pictorial images, examination and inspection upon its arrival       should never take a buyer any more than two days to determine that the item received is the item purchased, and that it's condition is satisfactory to the buyer.       Therefore within the two day window of opportunity after the item is received by the buyer, he or she is required to contact the seller to report any deficiencies       importantly ignorance is no excuse. If a prospective buyer is not 100% certain of what they are viewing on an auction, they would be well advised to pass on its      purchase.  We do not want someone to buy an item, pay for it, then receive it, only for we the seller to have to wait 2 full weeks before it might be determined by       the buyer that he or she suddenly and unexpectedly has an issue. That will stoke the possibility for a potential return, along with a certain dispute, and possibly       a refund of any funds received originally by the seller that by this time may have already exhausted. That places the seller in an awkward financial position and       one that we prefer to avoid. It's been our experience in over 50 years of collecting and selling, that there have been too many buyers, who we would refer to as a      "Knit Picker", not to mention some of whom have been discovered to have in some cases, damaged the item purchased while in their possession  (accidentally       or intentionally) and then tell us that "it was received that way". Therefore it has become our policy that all items are  "PHOTOGRAPHED & INSPECTED" prior to       the process of packaging as a protective measure in an effort to avoid any potential disputes.       (This is our RETURN POLICY. If a buyer feels that we've either       omitted something or not explained something properly, let us know how we can improve. We feel that it is a fair policy which allows a buyer the opportunity to       return an item should circumstances allow for it. - 8/16). Thanks for watching!    FREE SHIPPING:  Whenever "FREE SHIPPING" is offered, this applies to the "BUY IT NOW" price and any Records & CDs        over $100.00. All other shall pay calculated shipping charges to their destination. Thank you.    ATTENTION ALL PROSPECTIVE BUYERS!  Thank you for visiting our site. We want to remind everyone that if you currently        don't happen to see what you're looking for here on our site, it doesn't mean that we don't have it in stock or can't get        it for you. We simply cannot list everything that we have all at once. 
      However, in our current inventory, we have THOUSANDS of VINYL Albums, PROMOS & 45s, CDs, DVDs, Cassette Tapes,        VHS Movies, PROMOS, Metal Stampers and much more in the category that we would call "COLLECTIBLES". 
      With respect BATTERIES, we have a full line of SEALED LEAD ACID (SLA) BATTERIES, in addition to just about every Cell        Phone, Digital Camera, 2-Way Radio, NiCad-ALKALINE-NMHi and many other Batteries, in additional to a complete line of        BATTERY CHARGERS. (Quantity Discounts will apply for all).         Unfortunately, it would have been impossible to have initially listed everything, so if you are looking something in particular and        don't happen to see it on our site today, simply send us a written REQUEST and we will be happy to list it for you. Once again,       Thank you for watching and we look forward to hearing from you anytime!
      All vinyl records are sold on the basis of collectability, rarity, scarcity, with special consideration in some cases given specifically to whom the       artist happens to be. Also factored in is a physical and visual examination of play surfaces, labels, outer jacket and an inner sleeve (where it             is applicable)  and in most cases when there is obvious issues to the naked eye which we feel would most certainly affect play. This would be        a part of the item's description (however unless a record is of extreme rarity and does have value regardless of it's condition), we try to avoid        ever selling severely damaged records. We point out that  "THE BEATLES"  are in a category all their own and in cases with many of their       extremely rare items, we have sold some of their records even when they did have surface issues, however their value in any condition made       these specific items retain a certain value and collectability and a buyer would be made aware of it before we would ever sell it. We don't play       test vinyl since we have tens of thousands of vinyl records in stock, making it impossible to play each of them. So please remember this when       buying and always ask questions prior to finalizing any purchase.

On Aug-02-16 at 14:23:21 PDT, seller added the following information: