LED ZEPPELIN IV (4)1ST PRESS Red/Plum French 50 008 VERY RARE EX

	£		24
	$		32

UP FOR AUCTION IS A RARE OPPORTUNITY FOR 

LED ZEPPELIN IV

French 1ST PRESS

MEGA RARE

Rare Original First Press Vinyl LP

Release 8th Nov 1971

A C*/B C*

Atlantic 50 008

RED / PLUM Labels  

Superb Vinyl & Audio

 IN BEAUTIFUL CONDITION

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AND LISTEN TO THE WHOLE ALBUM

I have downloaded the whole album to a podcast in approx. 5 min sections which slightly overlap so that nothing is left out.

Notes;

The first date of issue was November 8th 1971 for the UK & French first pressings.  

Led Zeppelin’s 4th album is arguably their greatest, with seminal works including Black Dog, Rock And Roll, When The Levee Breaks and of course, Stairway To Heaven. Officially the album is untitled, but is widely known by various monikers, including Led Zeppelin IV or 4, Four Symbols. Whatever it’s known as, it’s high on any rare record collector’s list of desirable albums, as long as it’s on the Atlantic ‘red/plum’ label.

Inscribed in the dead wax:

Matrix Number

Side 1; 50 008 A C*      

Side 2; 50 008 B C*

Mother Stamp

Side 1; ATL

Side 2; 1 1 ATL

VINYL:

 Thickly pressed quality vinyl 150g, you only find with the early red/plum labels. When you look at it in normal light there are only a couple of faint noticeable hairline marks both sides, and when you angle it to a strong light you can see very light hairlines and paper scuffs, these DO NOT affect the audio and rates at EX.

It plays absolutely brilliantly, it reaches all the notes high and low, I played it as loud as I could and there was NO distortion, the sound is fantastic all the way through, there is a slight amount of static in the run in’s and run offs and the very quiet moments, nothing more than you would expect. There is one small skip at the beginning of side two, you will see it isn’t too bad and only lasts for a split second, again you can listen and judge for yourself, NO jumps or anything else intrusive, it’s clear and vibrant and rates at EXCELLENT

(As with most vinyl you will get some static in the quiet moments and run offs, and sometimes the odd light tick, normally a good clean gets rid of this).

 SLEEVE

This iconic sleeve is in a great condition for one of these as most are torn, squashed or defaced because these early covers are not laminated and they suffered badly as with Led Zep II.

This one has been well looked after and is very clean, been kept in a plastic sleeve (as with all my vinyl) this one has only minimal wear to the edges & corners. The colours are still vibrant.

There is a greeting written on the back in French (see photo), there are NO creases, and just a small rip on the back (see photo)

The spine is square and true, keeping its shape.

  GRADED; NEAR EXCELLENT

INNER SLEEVE

The original textured dark grey inner song sheet is in a great condition; it has NO rips or tears and NO creasing or any graffiti, NO side splits because it has been left empty; it is nice and flat, clean and unspoilt.

The vinyl is housed in a new poly lined sleeve.

   GRADED; EXCELLENT

LABELS

The labels are the sensational 1st press French RED/PLUM Atlantic. The middle white stripe is as clean as you’ll get. NO finger marks or any other marks.  

Both sides are free from any graffiti. They have minimal spindle traces.

SIDE ONE GRADED; EXCELLENT

SIDE TWO GRADED; EXCELLENT

TRACK LISTING

A1             Black Dog 4:55

A2             Rock And Roll     3:40

A3             The Battle Of Evermore 5:38       

A4             Stairway To Heaven    7:55

B1             Misty Mountain Hop    4:39

B2             Four Sticks         4:49

B3             Going To California     3:36

B4             When The Levee Breaks       7:08

PHOTO

POSTAGE DETAILS

The cost of postage is set out below, however if you require any further information please email me. Some countries are cheaper than others so it could be less than below. If below £46 please state which service you want.

The cost below is for a single album weighing up to 600grams.

WITHIN THE UK

Value up to £46

Value over £46

Royal Mail 1st Class Recorded

£4.00

Royal Mail 2nd Class Recorded

£2.80

Special Delivery

£7.00

Europe

Value up to £46

Value over £46

International Signed For

£10.00

International Signed For

£12.50

Rest Of World

Value up to £46

Value over £46

International Signed For

£13.00

International Signed For

£16.00

 HOW IT WILL BE SENT

Records will be sent in a strong album mailer (DEFENDA MUSIC MAX) with bubble wrap, and with the record separate to the album sleeve, inside a plastic cover.

 RETURNS AND FEEDBACK

I don’t normally take any returns but in the unlikely event  if I have missed something or the description is wrong in anyway and you’re not happy with your purchase please contact me first (before you leave feedback) I WILL sort it out and I WILL of course make a REFUND. I do try my best to be as accurate as possible and would never miss-lead you in anyway. In the unlikely event the record is far removed from the description I put, then I will give a refund, but I will expect it back within 10 days from you receiving it and in the same condition as I sent it.

  (Please read all of my description) I will not make any refunds if you simply just changed your mind, I will always be fair and honest.

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GRADING

All my records are graded using the

Record Collector Magazine's Grading Guide

MINT:
The record itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks
or deterioration in sound quality.
The cover and any extra items are in perfect condition.
Records advertised as sealed or un-played should be mint.

EXCELLENT:
The record shows some signs of having been played,
but there is very little lessening in sound quality.
The cover and packaging might have slight wear and/or creasing.

VERY GOOD:
The record has obviously been played many times,
but displays no major deterioration in sound quality,
despite noticeable surface marks and the occasional light scratch.
Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items,
without any major defects, is acceptable.

GOOD:
The record has been played so much
that the sound quality has noticeably deteriorated,
perhaps with some distortion and mild scratches.
The cover and contents suffer from folding,
scuffing of edges, spine splits, discoloration, etc.

FAIR:
The record is still just playable but it has not been cared for properly 
and displays considerable surface noise; it may even jump. 
The cover and contents will be torn, stained and/or defaced.

About me & policies;

I am an enthusiast in vinyl and have been collecting since the early 70’s, it is one of my hobbies and not my living. I always try my hardest to get my description correct and always put on as many photos as I can, the good and bad bits so you can see everything in detail. I also try and put on any Biography’s I can as sometimes they can be very useful information. I always play through the entire album before I list it. Nearly all of the records I put onto eBay are at least excellent, but sometimes I will put ones that are a lower grade if they are rare or collectable. I use the Record Collectors Grading Guide to grade my vinyl. I always offer a refund if I have missed something you’re not happy with. I normally post on Monday’s and Wednesday’s so it could be posted next day or at the most 3 days from when I receive payment. As for payment I think that 4 to 5 days after you have won should be long enough, but if you need longer please contact me before you bid. I always post ‘To be signed for’ as this stops any confusion. I will always leave you 5 star feedback and hope that you will do the same, if for any reason you’re not happy then please contact me first.