U2 The Unforgettable Fire Island U25 Vinyl MINT MINUS Condition

	£		20
	$		26

The Vinyl I am selling will be Play Tested and I will give an honest account of any issues or defects with the item, this will be subjective as everyone has their own opinions as to the grading of a record but I will be as accurate as I can and should you require any clarification as to the quality or any other aspect, I will be happy to answer your query. I will also give a description of the quality of the cover and any picture sleeve poster or booklet that comes with the record as I know this is very important to record collectors. I will show as many pictures as I can in order you can make an informed decision as to the quality of the record and cover. If the item is damaged, faulty or does not match my listing description I will give a full refund and as per eBay policy I will pay the return postage providing this is within 14 days, but if you wish to return the item for any other reason e.g., changed your mind then please be aware you will need to pay the return postage. The Records will be carefully packaged in a correct custom LP cardboard mailer with sufficient protection in order the item will not be damaged. All the pictures are from the item I am selling and not generic pictures taken of the Internet. Thanks for looking at my products and do not hesitate to contact me regarding any issues or queries.

Description

U2 – The Unforgettable Fire on the Island Record Label U25 from 1984 is the fourth studio album by Irish rock band U2. It was produced by Brian Eno and Daniel Lanois, and released on 1 October 1984 by Island Records. The band wanted to pursue a new musical direction following the harder-hitting rock of their previous album, War (1983). As a result, they employed Eno and Lanois to produce and assist in their experimentation with a more ambient sound. The resulting change in direction was at the time the band's most dramatic. The album's title is a reference to "The Unforgettable Fire", an art exhibit about the atomic bombing of Hiroshima.

All tracks recorded in Ireland at Slane Castle, Co, Meath and Windmill Lane Studios, Dublin.

Vinyl Matrix Numbers

Side One:  U25  A – 6U – 1 – 1 - 

Side Two:  U25  B – 7U – 1 – 1 - 

Track List

A1                   A Sort Of Homecoming

A2                   Pride (In The Name Of Love)

A3                   Wire

A4                   The Unforgettable Fire

A5                   Promenade

B1                   4th Of July

B2                   Bad

B3                   Indian Summer Sky

B4                   Elvis Presley And America

B5                   MLK

Condition

The Vinyl is in amazing condition cannot see any Marks or Blemishes, looks hardly played and both sides play though perfectly a lovely Copy. The Labels again look Perfect. The Textured Cover looks Excellent, there is a couple of Minor Marks and creases and tiny bit of wear on the bottom right corner which I will show in one of my photographs the spine looks Perfect.  The Inner Picture/Information Sleeve is again in Excellent condition just a few minor Marks, all of which can be seen in the photographs I have downloaded. This is a Great Album in Great Condition!!

Vinyl Grading: MINT MINUS

Sleeve Grading: EXCELLENT

Inner Picture/Information Sleeve: EXCELLENT

Please see my separate Vinyl and Cover and Extras Grading Guide at the end of my notes for full explanation of the rating of this Vinyl and Cover.

Album supplied with new Protective Polythene Sleeve.

If you require any further information, please contact me as I am happy to help.

GRADING GUIDE

This is a guide as to how I grade the Records that I sell, everyone has their own opinions as to the condition of a Record but this should give a good indication of the quality of the record so you can make an informed decision.

GRADING GUIDE (Vinyl)

Mint (M): Never been played or item still sealed. As new.

Mint Minus (M-): In brand new condition with no surface marks or deterioration in sound quality. Labels should be clean and legible.

Excellent Plus (E+):  The Vinyl is better than EX but not quite near mint, possibly the odd super feint sleeve removal marks or very light surface marks, possibly the odd tick or some very minor background noise but does not affect the quality of the audio. Labels could have very minor issues.

 Excellent (E): Shows some signs of being played, light surface marks (non feelable) or sleave removal wisps, but there is very little lessening in sound quality. Labels should only have minor issues.

Very Good + (VG+): Better than Very Good: Has been well played but no significant deterioration in sound quality despite some surface marks and light scratches. Labels may be worn or have marks but nothing major.

Very Good (VG): Has been played many times, noticeable surface marks and light scratches that can have an effect on the audio. Labels could have marks and wear.

Good Plus (G+): Better than Good: Sound quality has deteriorated. Some scratches and occasional more noticeable feelable scratches which cause clicks and pops. Labels could have noticeable marks and wear.

Good (GD): Sound quality has noticeably deteriorated due to feelable an non feelable scratches, possibly other marks. Labels could have serious marks and wear.

F (Fair): Still just playable but has not been cared for properly and displays considerable surface noise clicks and pops etc., it may even jump. These errors would be pointed out in my notes under condition.

Poor (P): Will not play properly due to scratches and marks, bad surface noise, clicks and pops and jumps which will be pointed out in my notes under condition.

GRADING GUIDE (Album Cover and Extras)

MINT (M): No damage or flaws, As New. Perfect.

NEAR MINT or MINT MINUS (M-): The cover looks close to perfect with only minor signs of wear and or age. Minor impressions to the cover (due to the outer edge of the vinyl resting inside), no damage to spine, artwork and extras such as posters as close to perfect as can be.

EXCELLENT + (E+): Minor wear with a few minor creases, very slight discoloration, no major damage to spine or corners, no foxing, any extras or posters should be in good condition.

EXCELLENT (E): Some impression to the cover (minor outer ring wear), Some slight creases to the corners, but not wrinkled and obtrusive to the eye. The corners can show white with slight wear. No seam splits or writing but could have very minor foxing and a few creases. Extras should be in good condition.

VERY GOOD + (VG+): Cover may have minor foxing; artwork can show signs of aging. Some minor wear to the seams or spine, but no tears or holes popping through. The corners could be slightly dog eared but no major damage to cover or extras.

VERY GOOD (VG): Cover can look worn and used. There may be some seam splitting. There could be some ring wear where the ink has begun to wear off, giving a faded look.  There may be a degree of foxing and some creasing but no tape repairs or major damage. Extras could have issues but will be detailed in my notes under condition.

GOOD (G): The cover is complete with no tears but may have seam splits, could have some writing and can look very worn with possible foxing. Wear to corners and spine. Possibly a number of creases. Any extras could have damage but will be described in my notes under condition.

POOR (P): Generally, the condition of a poor cover and extras can have any number of faults, tears, tape repairs, creases, damaged corners, writing on the cover, foxing, water stains etc., but will be pointed out in my notes under condition.