The BEATLES - *WHITE ALBUM* - 1968 - UK 1st - *MONO* - 1/1/1/1 - NO 'E.M.I.'

	£		460
	$		610

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===================================================================================== 1st Pressing ++++ 'MONO' ++++ 1/1/1/1 ++++ No 'An E.M.I Recording =====================================================================================
It is hard to find an original 'Mono' White Album with both discs as good as these!
They have not been overplayed and as a result, have retained most of their original deep gloss appearance, which also suggests that they have not been subjected to worn out equipment, as there is no groove dulling or damage.
I'm not going to give a grading, as this is subjective and can vary according to expectations. Besides which, there are 30 tracks in total, ranging from very loud to very gentle. Instead I have given a detailed description of the audio and the visual appearance, which I think is far more helpful and accurate.
Disc 1: One of the best that I have seen, with deep gloss surfaces which display only the lightest of handling/hairline marks. There are minimal spindle trails, suggesting careful alignment and handling. Audio is about as good as you could reasonably expect, especially from a mono disc, with nothing more than a few random soft pops which do not spoil the overall enjoyment. If you have had the experience of collecting 'White Album' mono discs, you will know how difficult it is to find a decent copy. This disc gives a great performance with NO background noise or crackle. 
I have recorded the first track, using my phone (so not brilliant quality) but you can hear how clear the sound is, and obviously the whole album will have more power and bass when played through your own hi-fi system.
Disc 2: Being from the same set, this disc is in similar overall condition to disc 1. Glossy surfaces with handling/hairline marks. Fairly minimal spindle trails, when compared to most examples. There are a few gentle rotational 'ticks' in places but audio quality is still exceptionally good.
Both sets of labels omit 'An E.M.I. Recording', synonymous with a true 1st pressing, although it is incorrect to assume that those carrying this information are always 2nd pressings. Both examples were present on the day of release, having been 'hand-set' on different presses. The labels with the missing information were simply withdrawn or subsequently, had the text added. It is not unusual to find original discs with mismatched side 1 and 2 labels showing both variations.
COVER: # 0062955 This is a great example and hard to find, this good. The spine retains almost all of its original lamination and the inevitable beige toning is fairly even throughout. The outer panels do show some pressure lines but are generally quite smooth. Please bear in mind that digital cameras always make the covers look white for some reason. ALL original 'White Albums' changed colour almost immediately, due to the pigment used; there are NO original covers that are white. The last photo is closer to its actual colour and is a true representation of how the majority of covers look; some a little lighter, some much darker but none that are snow white.
BLACK SINGLE DIE-CUT INNERS: Made from soft paper, these have survived in remarkable condition, with just the beginnings of seam splits on two edges but otherwise completely intact.
THE LYRICS POSTER AND FOUR PHOTOS ARE IN TOP CONDITION.            
DISC 1:   -1 (5-TD)    -1 (7-LH)
DISC 2:   -1 (1-GT)    -1 (1-RO)     
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The photos are of the actual item. I always use professional, anti-static, cleaning fluid and listen to the whole disc. Professional mailers are always used. 

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