THE BEATLES PLEASE PLEASE ME PMC 1202 F/P 1963 UK 4TH -1N/-1N VINYL LP
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Description
The Beatles ?– Please Please Me
Label:Parlophone ?– PMC 1202Format:Vinyl, LP, Album, 4th press, Mono
Country:UK
Released:1963
Genre:Rock, Pop
Style:Beat
Matrix Side 1: XEX 421-1N
Matrix Side 2: XEX 422-1N
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 successful.
This record is in fair condition. The yellow and black Parlophone labels have the rim text that states "The Parlophone Co." and the label mentions "Recording first published" but NOT "Sold in the UK". As for the labels themselves there are numerous spindle marks to both sides and also considerable wear to the centre holes which has caused them to be a little loose(doesnt cause issues to play). Despite these issues all the text and information on the labels can be distinguished and although not ideal they are also not the worst I have ever seen. Please study the pictures of the labels provided to gain as much information as possible as to their condition.
As for the vinyl itself, both sides have clear signs of use with lots of light scratches, marks and surface lines. There is also light scuffing, general wear and a couple of other marks on side 1 that can be felt. There is nothing that is really deep or really nasty though but overall it is a clearly well used vintage record which grades as only fair visually and is not the prettiest.
I play tested the record and overall it played surprisingly well. It lays flat on the deck and upon playing there is no major movement in the record arm. The audio has surface noise in the run in, between tracks and some in the music but nothing at a level to be massively disruptive. It has no stand out clicks in the audio which can destroy huge segments of the audio but does have some surface noise as I say. There are no skips or sticks on the lp but there is some slight distortion noticeable in some parts which must be caused by excessive use. This would be the record main issues as other than this it plays through with no major issues, just the light surface noise in parts as I say. Overall I still enjoyed the play test and have put it for sale as it still plays decent, but could be collection filler or starter copy.
The sleeve is in poor condition. It has numerous issues and I am not sure where to start! It has a split along the whole of the top edge and the left side of the bottom edge. There is also taping residue evident, numerous pen marks, grubbiness, creasing and general clear signs of use and its age. So overall the sleeve is far from ideal, is fragile and is of course obviously graded as poor. Please study the pictures well to gain as much information as possible as to the sleeve condition, which is poor as I say.
As a result of the poor sleeve and generally very well used vinyl I have of course graded/priced accordingly but hope it can find a new home and still be enjoyed as overall it still plays pretty well.
It contains its 'Use Emitex' poly-lined inner which is solid with no splits but does have discolouring, creasing and age related grubbiness.
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.
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