LED ZEPPELIN II Bob Ludwig RL HOT MIX - PLAY GRADED "RL SS" ON BOTH SIDES

$

480

Here it is.  The famous Bob Ludwig LED ZEPPELIN II HOT PRESSING! PLAY GRADED!
Robert Ludwig cut this so hot that many record players at the time couldn't track the lp and the needle would jump out of the groove.  Even Ahmet Ertegun's daughter complained (as told in the biography The Last Sultan: The Life and Times of Ahmet Ertegun)!
I want to clear up a misconception about this lp.  I've noticed some collectors and sellers stating that this cut was recalled.  However, I don't believe it was recalled.  They merely had someone else recut it.  Therefore, finding them isn't impossible.  However, finding one that is in playable condition and an enjoyable playable condition at that, is a different story.
This has been my play copy for years but I recently purchased an white label promo RL pressing so decided to sell this one.
This copy isn't just visually graded, it's PLAY GRADED.  Not play graded while I did made dinner or as background music.  But rather, play graded by me, on the sofa, listening to every song from beginning to end.  No spot testing as some sellers do.  This has been COMPLETELY play graded. 
The lp will be shipped with a MOFI anti-static inner.
PRESSING DETAILS
This version was pressed by Specialty Records Corp, based in Olyphant, Pennsylvania as donated by the SP on the labels (see photos) 
It also has the short deadwax on Side Two!  
MATRIX DETAILS (SEE PHOTOS)
SIDE ONE: ST - A - 691671 - B LW AT RL SS
SIDE TWO: ST - A- 691672 - A LW AT RL SS
GRADING
COVER:  A beautiful VG++ There's a bit of darkening of the white area as you can see in the photo but this is typical of this release.  It's not distracting and still looks great.  The corners are solid.  Some wear on the spine corners as seen in the photos.  Spine is solid, easily read and not crushed.  There is NO WRITING, SPLITS or TEARS on the cover.

LABELS: NEAR MINT labels.  See photos.  No spindle marks at all.  Labels really shine on this copy.

VINYL:
I will provide two gradings: a visual grade and a play grade.  I appreciate some collectors may be concerned with the visual aspect of the lp. My grading approach is to side with a conservative grade to ensure customer satisfaction. 
VISUAL - a conservative VG++.  There are a few light marks that CANNOT be felt.  LP retains a beautiful shine.  

AUDIO - Play graded using a Linn LP12 with Ekos II tonearm and Dynavector 10x5 stylus. Overall this is a very enjoyable listen.  There is the typical light crackle in the lead in of songs that you get on many lps.  Play grade moves from a VG+ to NM.  Mostly it plays VG++ with most songs starting of as VG+ then moving to VG++/NM.  I did notice approximately 4 pops during Moby Dick.   
**As you know, play grades can be subjective and can be affected by each persons set up.  If there are any issues please contact me.  I guarantee my grading** 
POSTAGE - I will ship within 3 business days of receiving cleared payment CANADA - Please ignore the eBay postage calculator.  Shipping will vary from $8-$15 depending on location.  Please do not pay until I send you an invoice with the correct postage.  If you would like an estimate before the end of the auction please email me your postal code.
USA - Flat rate $16.
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