FLEETWOOD MAC Rumours Vinyl Record Album LP 1st Press NM PRISTINE SHRINK HYPE

$

125

Item Description

Pressing features: Original 1st U.S. Pressing, Stereo, 1977 - Beauitful Copy

Notes: Released in 1977, Rumours is the defining album by Fleetwood Mac and one of the most successful records ever made. It came after their self-titled breakthrough Fleetwood Mac and before Tusk (1979), capturing the band at both their commercial peak and personal breaking point. What makes Rumours so compelling is the story behind it: during recording, the band members were going through serious relationship struggles—breakups, tension, and constant drama—but instead of falling apart, they turned those emotions into music. Songs like “Go Your Own Way,” “Dreams,” and “Don’t Stop” feel honest because they are—often written directly about each other. Rumours went on to win the Grammy Award for Album of the Year and became one of the best-selling albums of all time. It is also consistently ranked among the very top of Rolling Stone’s “500 Greatest Albums of All Time,” placing at #25 in 2003, #26 in 2012, and rising to #7 in the 2020 update—showing its lasting impact and reputation as a classic.

Vinyl Record grade: Near Mint, a outstanding copy that appears virtually untouched. The vinyl is pristine, showing no scratches, wear, or visible markings. It retains a deep, mirror-like gloss and presents beautifully—an exceptional example for even the most discerning collector.

Cover/Jacket grade: NM, an exceptional jacket that presents beautifully, still housed in the original shrink wrap with the original hype sticker intact. Virtually no signs of wear, with crisp edges and vibrant artwork. A superb, collector-grade example.

Other contents: includes orig inner sleeve with lyrics

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Record will be packed in a plastic outer sleeve with the record placed outside of the album jacket to prevent seam splits and securely sent in a reinforced media mailer with fragile stickers displayed on outside.

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Record Grading Scale (Based on visual inspection)

Sealed / Mint

Used only for factory-sealed items. 

The record remains unopened in its original shrink. Because the record has never been removed from the sleeve, the vinyl itself cannot be visually inspected. Minor corner dings or shrink wrap tears may be present but will be noted in the listing if significant.

Near Mint (NM)

A nearly perfect record.

The vinyl appears unplayed or played very few times and will show no visible scratches, scuffs, or marks. The surface retains full original gloss. This grade is reserved for exceptional copies from well-maintained collections that have been carefully handled and properly stored.

Very Good ++ (VG++) / Excellent 

An excellent copy with only the most minimal signs of handling. 

The record may show one or two extremely faint surface marks or light hairlines visible only under strong light. These marks are purely superficial and should not affect play. The vinyl still presents beautifully with strong gloss.

Very Good + (VG+)

A well-cared-for record that shows light signs of use.

The vinyl may display several light surface marks, hairlines, or superficial scuffs from handling or sleeve contact. These are generally light and difficult to see without careful inspection. Records in this grade typically play very well with minimal background noise.

Very Good (VG) 

A record that has been played and shows clear signs of use.

The vinyl will show noticeable surface marks, scratches, and general play wear. These marks are easily visible and result in some surface noise, but the record should still play through without skipping.

Good + (G+)

A heavily used but still playable record.

The vinyl will show numerous marks, scratches, and visible wear, including scratches that may be deep enough to feel with a fingernail. Surface noise, pops, and crackle should be expected. Despite cosmetic wear, the record should play through without repeating or skipping unless otherwise noted.

Cover/Jacket Grading Scale

Sealed / Mint

Used only for factory-sealed albums in original shrink wrap.

Minor shrink tears, corner dings, or storage wear may be present and will be noted if significant.

Near Mint (NM)

An exceptional cover with virtually no visible wear.

The jacket appears almost new, with sharp corners, clean surfaces, and no ring wear, writing, stickers, or seam splits. This grade is used sparingly for outstanding examples.

Very Good ++ (VG++) / Excellent 

A very attractive cover with only minor cosmetic flaws.

The jacket may show very light ring wear, slightly softened corners, or minimal edge wear. A small sticker or faint writing may be present but does not detract from the overall presentation.

Very Good + (VG+)

A clean, solid cover with moderate signs of handling.

Possible flaws include light ring wear, minor edge wear, small creases, sleeve scuffs, or small stickers/writing. The cover remains structurally sound and displays well.

Very Good (VG)

A cover with clear wear but still fully intact.

The jacket may include more noticeable ring wear, edge wear, or creasing. It may also have a drill hole, cut corner, moderate sticker residue, or a small seam split (approximately 1-3 inches). Corners may be rounded from use.

Good + (G+)

A heavily worn cover with significant cosmetic issues.

Common flaws may include major ring wear, large seam splits, heavy edge wear, major sticker damage, writing or doodles, soft or worn spine, or full split seams. The cover remains complete but shows obvious age and wear.