SCOTT ENGEL(WALKER) 4 RARE PHILIPS 1969 UK 1ST PRESS POP ROCK/VOCAL VINYL LP

	£		270
	$		358

Scott Engel - Scott 4

Label:Philips - SBL 7913

Format:Vinyl, LP, Album, Gatefold

Country:UK

Released:1969

Genre:Pop

Matrix Side 1: 844248 1Y//3 ? 420    1 1     7
Matrix Side 2: 844248 2Y//1 ? 420    1 1     1

All records are graded to the Record Collector Guidelines, with extra information added as required when play tested. Also all photos above are of the exact record you will receive if purchased.

This record is in excellent condition. It has some spindle marks visible on the labels but there are no pen marks, scuffs or any other damage such as stains or fading. The centres are not loose or worn and overall the labels are clean, bright and in good shape with all text legible and no major issues but with some spindle marks as mentioned.

As for the vinyl itself, both sides are free from anything deep or major and still have a nice lustre. It is a used vintage lp however and is nearly 50 years old. It has some signs of this with some light superficial 'mottling' in places, a few minor and slight lines/scratches and light general signs of age/handling. There is nothing major or stand out and certainly nothing that can be felt. Overall a used vintage lp but one that no major issues and is still in good playable condition.

I play tested the record and it played nicely throughout with good clarity overall and no serious issues or major interference. It lays flat on the deck and upon playing there is only the most minor fraction of movement on side 1.

The audio produced is a solid grade of excellent in my opinion with no distortion caused by excessive use and no skips, sticks or annoying clicks. There was some light surface noise in the run ins on both sides, a touch between some tracks and a little in the early stage of track 1. There was also around 4 or 5 light sporadic pops on side 1, and around 3 or 4 on side 2. Overall the clarity is very nice however and my system(which is of good quality and revealing) did not pick up on any major levels of surface noise or anything overly disruptive. It plays tidily with very enjoyable audio throughout and just light interference in parts as mentioned.

The gatefold sleeve is in excellent condition. It has some wear and rubbing to parts of the edges and corners. There is nothing really heavy however and the writing along the spine is still all legible. There are no splits and the sleeve is strong all round but there is some rubbing in parts as I say. Other than the rubbing to the edges the sleeve has no major issues such as tears, scuffs or pen marks but has got a hold punched through the top right corner/rear top left. There is also light fading in places and mild ring marks. Inside the gatefold is tidy with no stand out issues, just light signs of age. Overall a sleeve that has no serious issues but has some light edge wear, the hole punched through it and mild general signs of its age. I have tried to describe the sleeve as best I can but please study the pictures provided to gain as much information as possible.

It includes its original plain white lined inner but this has a 5" split along the bottom edge unfortunately. I will of course include the original but the record will be sent in a brand new plain white replacement.

The record will be packaged in cardboard stiffeners and bubble wrapped thoroughly when dispatched. It will also be sent in a brand new protective plastic sleeve, and within 24hrs of receiving payment to try to ensure a swift delivery.

I hope my photos are comprehensive enough but if you have any questions then don't hesitate to contact me. Also please check my eBay feedback for a positive history of record grading, A1 communication and quick delivery times.

All offers are considered and are more than welcome.

Many thanks for looking.