PINK FLOYD Dark Side Of Moon 1ST UK PRESS '73 A2/B2 Solid Blue Triangle NM DISC
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Description
A Complete set of Pink Floyd "Dark Side of the Moon" 1st UK Press Vinyl LP, SHVL 804 Harvest, 24th March, 1973.
Description:
A superb condition 1973 1st UK pressing of Pink Floyd's "Dark Side of the Moon" with low Mother & Stamper. The first pressing features A2/B2 matrix endings, solid blue triangle labels (quickly changed to outline blue triangle labels), black poly lined inner sleeve, a blue tinted gatefold sleeve, and 2 posters and stickers. The disc is in fantastic condition with a NM grade that plays beautifully - a rarity in itself for any 1st pressing of Dark Side of the Moon with many quiet passages vulnerable to playback imperfections including the iconic 'heartbeat' intro. This is a fine collectors piece including all of the original components, both foldout posters, both 'permanent' postcard stickers in unused condition, the original black poly-lined inner sleeve unique to Dark Side of the Moon and of course the original 'tinted' midnight blue sleeve, later issued in full black. This auction comprises a fantastic collector and listeners original and complete 1st UK set in superb condition that does not often come up with a NM disc. Don't miss!
Key Features:
- Matrix: Side 1: SHVL 804 A2; Side 2: SHVL 804 B2 (1st Press Identifier)
- Ultra Low Mother/Stamper Codes: 4 GGA / 2 OL
- Label design: Solid Blue Triangle (1st Press Identifier)
- Sleeve: 1st Press midnight blue tint sleeve
- Inserts: Both posters; Both postcard stickers
- Inner: Polythene-lined black 'Patents Pending' inner sleeve
Disc Visual Grade: NEAR MINT
Under direct strong halogen spotlight the record has a superb gloss with no scratches or marks to report. A superb visual example of a difficult record to find in such condition. The labels are clean and unworn.
Audio Grade: EXCELLENT PLUS!
The playback is superb, only two pops to report during Great Gig in the Sky. Obviously no skips or sticks at this high grade. No factory skip on ‘Money’ as was the case on some of the 1st pressings. Superb! A real treat for fans of Dark Side of the Moon looking for a much sought-after high play-grade condition 1st UK pressing with 1st A-2/B-2 matrices and original and short-lived 'solid blue triangle' labels. Superb!
Sleeve Grade: VERY GOOD PLUS!
The 1st version 'midnight blue' gatefold sleeve is in great condition with only mild storage wear. The spine is sharp, straight and unworn. Sharp unworn edges. Obviously no rips, splits, pen or stains throughout at this grade. A solid 1st press midnight blue tint sleeve. Very nice!
Inner: EXCELLENT PLUS! Nice and clean obviously no splits, rips or stains, and the lining is fully intact. Superb!
Posters: Both EXCELLENT PLUS! Rare 1st version matte 'paper' posters. No rips, stains, pen, or pin marks.
Postcard Stickers: Both 1st press 'Permanent' stickers are NEAR MINT!
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Grading:
Records are graded using the standard UK record grading system from the Rare Record Price Guide (RRPG).
Equipment:
Records are play-graded on the following equipment: Rega P3-24 Turntable; Rega Elys 2 Cartridge; Technics SU-9600 Pre-Amp; Technics SE-9600 Power-Amp; Pioneer HPM-100 Speakers, at 70dB.
Shipping:
Your collectors item will be sent with discs in new poly-lined inner-sleeves, securely & professionally ‘double-box’ packaged for safe delivery to you without risk of damage in transit.
Guarantee:
If you're not entirely satisfied, a no-quibble full refund is provided with free return shipping available for 30 days.
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