THE KINKS: Arthur UK STEREO 1st PRESS LP QUEEN VICTORIA INSERT G/F SLEEVE
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Description
THE KINKS 'Arthur Or The Decline And Fall Of The British Empire'
Fully play graded - 14 quality photographs below
UK 1st STEREO PRESS LP ON PYE; NSPL18317
FIRST PRESS A1 / B1 MATRIX; BLUE LABELS
COMES COMPLETE WITH ITS ORIGINAL 'QUEEN VICTORIA' FOLD OUT LYRICS INSERT
GARROD & LOFTHOUSE GATEFOLD SLEEVE
*FULL RELEASE DETAILS CAN BE FOUND BELOW THE PHOTO GALLERY
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CONDITION REPORT & PHOTO GALLERY
AUDIO VG/VERY GOOD(-); this has been completely play graded from start to finish at volume and both sides played with a nice audio. There is some background surface noise in parts/quieter passages as expected for this grade + occasional pops and unfortunately one skip during 'Mr Churchill Says'. Overall though, an enjoyable listen.VINYL (VISUAL): VERY GOOD(-); the vinyl looks OK but does have some noticeable surface marks and light scratches as expected for this grade.
Both labels look fine with just general signs of age and use.
SLEEVE & INSERT: The flimsy gatefold sleeve is a presentable example overall and grades as VG/VERY GOOD(-). Tears to the top and bottom of the spine + another small one to the interior 'pocket' which houses the record. All spine text is still legible. A little creasing here and there. Looks OK.
The insert is in EX/EXCELLENT(-) condition with some light signs of handling and some creasing to Queen Victoria's head and crown. The pull tab is undamaged and attached.
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LABEL: Pye
YEAR OF RELEASE: 1969
COUNTRY OF RELEASE: UK
CATALOGUE NUMBER: NSPL 18317
MATRIX NUMBERS: NSPL 18317A-1*T STEREO / NSPL 18317B-1*T STEREO
MOTHER/STAMPER CODES: A 1 / C 1
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GRADING
Unless otherwise stated, all of my records have been play tested before listing using a Rega P3-24 turntable with Ortofon 2M Blue cartridge & stylus. I describe honestly and accurately but please bear in mind that I am only human and such things are always subjective. I tend to grade records conservatively and believe that my feedback speaks for itself.
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RECORD COLLECTOR GRADING SYSTEM
MINT: The record itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks or deterioration in sound quality. The cover and any extra items such as the lyric sheet, booklet or poster are in perfect condition. Records advertised as Sealed or Unplayed should be Mint.
EXCELLENT: The record shows some signs of having been played, but there is very little lessening in sound quality. The cover and packaging might have slight wear and / or creasing.
VERY GOOD: The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable surface marks and the occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items, without any major defects, is acceptable.
GOOD: The record has been played so much that the sound quality has noticeably deteriorated, perhaps with some distortion and mild scratches. The cover and contents suffer from folding, scuffing of edges, spine splits, discolouration, etc.
FAIR: The record is still just playable but has not been cared for properly and displays considerable surface noise; it may even jump. The cover and contents will be torn, stained and / or defaced.
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