Led Zeppelin II 1969 Original US LP Presswell RL Hot Mix Deadwax SD 8236 VG

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Item Specifics:Artist: Led ZeppelinTitle: Led Zeppelin IILabel: Atlantic RecordsCatalog Number: SD 8236Pressing Plant ID: PR (Presswell Pressing Plant)Runout Deadwax Matrix: Hand-etched "RL" (Robert Ludwig "Hot Mix"), "AT", "LW", "W", and "C" fully verified.Format: 12" Vinyl LP (Gatefold Jacket)Release Year: 1969Country: USCondition Breakdown:Vinyl Condition: Good Plus to Very Good (G+ / VG). The vinyl exhibits visible surface scratches on both sides but still retains good gloss. Will play test upon request to confirm tracking stability before shipping out!The Deadwax Inscription: Explicitly verified handwritten "RL" in the runout grooves alongside authentic 1969 Atlantic manufacturing codes ("AT", "LW", "W", "C"). This is the legendary, ultra-rare first-press master withdrawn shortly after release due to its immense, high-power low-end bass dynamics.Jacket Condition: Original 1969 vintage gatefold jacket. The jacket is in good overall shape but shows honest age-appropriate shelf wear along the edges, corners, and flat surfaces. It looks pretty dope on display.Insert/Inner Sleeve: The original printed inner sleeve insert is included but shows notable wear and minor seam tears from years of handling.Protection: Shipped safely housed inside a brand-new, premium 2 mil protective poly outer sleeve to shield the vintage jacket against any further ring wear or dust.Provenance: Offered directly out of my personal collection, handled with absolute care, and stored vertically in a climate-controlled, smoke-free room.Description:Up for sale is an absolute holy grail for heavy rock collectors: a genuine, authentic 1969 US Presswell first gatefold pressing of Led Zeppelin II featuring Robert Ludwig's legendary "RL" Hot Mix etched cleanly in the deadwax. Famous for its massive, deep-bass punch that caused early phonograph needles to jump, this raw uncompressed mix is a must-have for serious audiophiles or high-end vinyl enthusiasts.Ships safely and securely via tracked Media Mail inside a professional, heavy-duty rigid cardboard record mailer reinforced with interior cardboard flats. Full shipping insurance will be factored in to guarantee its safe arrival.