Smashing Pumpkins - Siamese Dream - 1993 2xLP Rare Orange Marbeled M/NM Gatefold
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Smashing Pumpkins - Siamese Dream.
Rare Double LP Gatefold with Orange Colored Marbeled Records.
Discogs says this version was released in 1993, but I remember buying this item brand new in the early-2000s. Though it could have been old stock, I supose.
Caroline Records catalog number CAROL 1740 1, Virgin – 0170 4 61740 1 5.
I'm the original owner of this album and I can guaranty you that these records have never been played. The are some tiny cracks in the labels around the spindle hole which must be from the manufacturing process because like I said, these LPs have never been on a turntable.
The cover has a very minor spot of ringwear on the top of the front cover. There's also a small dent/crease on the top left of the front cover from where the cover was resting against a metal shelf support.
I considered downgrading the cover to VG+ for these reasons but the cover is just so nice overall with virtually no edge wear, so I'm going with near-mint (NM) rating in spite of the couple inches of ring wear. Please view detailed photos so you're comfortably with the cover condition.
Items will ship in a proper LP mailer via USPS Media Mail.
Please see my other items for more classic rock records. I will gladly combine shipping for multiple purchase in a custom invoice.
Record/Media Condition: MINT (M)
Cover Condition: Near-Mint (NM) Vinyl Grading System:
Mint (M) – Absolutely perfect in every way. Never been played and usually sealed.
Near Mint (NM) – These records are very near perfect. They could be opened, but still appear perfect like they just arrived from the retail store. The record should show no visible defects or signs of wear. They can be records that have been played, but not too often, and always on an excellent turntable with care. Naturally, the cover should be free of creases, ring wear, cut-out holes, writing, and splits of any kind. The same applies to any other inserts, posters, and lyric sheets.
Very Good Plus (VG+) – VG+ records are in excellent condition, except for some minor signs of wear, including light scuffs or very light scratches that do not affect the listening experience. Slight warps that do not affect the sound are also acceptable. Any sign of previous playback and wear should be very minor; there might be some spindle wear and perhaps a few scuff marks on the label, but overall the record should be in very good shape.
The same applies to the record sleeve, which should have only very minor signs of shelf wear, such as a few light scuffs and perhaps some element of discoloration.
Very Good (VG) – All the VG+ flaws mentioned will be far more obvious. Groove wear and light scratches deep enough to feel with a fingernail are likely visible to the naked eye. When played, a VG record has surface noise, and some scratches may be audible, especially in quiet passages and between tracks. Any noise should not be overpowering or too distracting; pops and clicks are occasional, not constant.
Album covers rated as very good are sound in structure overall and should look ‘well-loved’ but not trashed. There could be signs of ring-wear, perhaps some minor writing, or even some tape and/or stickers on the surface. Seam splitting will be more obvious, and there could be some wear in the middle of the inner or outer sleeve where the record sits.
Good (G) – The record condition is acceptable and still plays through without skipping. As you might expect, it has significant surface noise and groove wear, and the label is worn, with significant spindle wear. There might also be some writing or other obvious damage. A Good cover has very heavy ring wear and/or seam splits, and might show lots of writing, such as radio station letters, or even a library stamp.
Poor (P) and Fair (F) — Attempting to listen will be a disturbing experience. Expect major noise issues, skipping or repeating. The record itself is cracked, badly warped and has deep scratches. Expect heavy warping, or skipping – perhaps even cracks. The covers are so heavily damaged they could have major rips, water damage, or worse.
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