Dire Straits Brothers In Arms Vinyl 1985 UK 1st Press MASTERDISK RL VERH 25 VG+
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Dire Straits Brothers In Arms Vinyl LP 1985 UK 1st Press MASTERDISK RL VERH 25 VG+
Item Description & Specs
This is a highly collectible 1985 UK First Pressing of Dire Straits’ multi-platinum masterpiece, Brothers in Arms. This specific copy is the audiophile-preferred version, featuring the famous Masterdisk RL stamps in the dead wax, indicating it was mastered by the legendary Bob Ludwig.
• Artist: Dire Straits
• Album: Brothers in Arms
• Label: Vertigo (Orange/Yellow logo)
• Catalogue Number: VERH 25 (824 499-1)
• Format: 12" Vinyl LP, Stereo, 33 ⅓ RPM
• Country: United Kingdom
• Release Year: 1985
• Mastering: Bob Ludwig at Masterdisk (Stamped "RL")
Identification & Matrix Details
For the serious collector, these markings confirm the 1st Pressing authenticity and superior mastering:
• Matrix Side A: VERH-25-A-3 MASTERDISK RL (Stamped)
• Matrix Side B: VERH-25-B-3 MASTERDISK (Stamped)
• Barcode: 042282449917
Tracklist
Side A:
1. So Far Away
2. Money for Nothing (feat. Sting)
3. Walk of Life
4. Your Latest Trick
5. Why Worry
Side B:
1. Ride Across the River
2. The Man's Too Strong
3. One World
4. Brothers in Arms
Detailed Condition Report
This record has been visually inspected under bright light.
Vinyl (Media): Very Good Plus (VG+)
The vinyl retains a brilliant, deep factory gloss. The surface is exceptionally clean with only a few very light, superficial "whispy" hairlines and minor paper scuffs visible under direct light. These are non-feelable and typical of light use. Labels are pristine with very minimal spindle marking.
Sleeve (Cover): Very Good (VG)
The iconic blue matte sleeve is in great shape for its age. It shows some light shelf wear, minor rubbing at the corners, and subtle creasing near the spine. The spine itself is solid and fully legible. No seam splits, no writing, and no punch holes.
Inner Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Includes the original illustrated lyric inner sleeve. It is crisp with no major splits or tears, holding the record securely.
Why Buy This Version?
Brothers in Arms was one of the first albums recorded entirely digitally (DDD). While most vinyl versions of this era sounded thin, the Bob Ludwig "RL" Masterdisk cut is famous for its incredible punch, deep bass, and wide soundstage. It is widely considered by the vinyl community to be the best way to hear this album.


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