Artist

The Beatles

Title

The Beatles’ Second Album (ST 2080)

Stereo / Mono

Stereo

Label

Capitol

Pressing

1964 RIAA #5 First Pressing

Record Grading (Cover / Vinyl)

Cover: VG++

Record: VG++/NM-

Additional Notes

One of the finest examples of this album I have ever seen.

 

COVER

 

Ringwear

Light

Edgewear

Light

Storage Wear

There are several chips in the upper and lower seam of the cover. These chips do not create full splits but are present nonetheless.

Seam Splits

Two partial splits, one each on the upper and lower seam.

Upper: Approx. 2 ¼”

Lower: Approx. 1 ½”

These are not full splits, but spots with a heavier amount of storage wear which slightly affect the outer layer of the cover. Were it not for these partial splits, the cover would grade a solid NM-

Additional Notes

There is a small stain located on the back cover by the title, “You Can’t Do That.” There are also two labels from the original owner, one in the upper right hand corner and one in the lower left hand corner. Both of these labels appear to be layered with some type of liquid tape. I have not attempted to remove this as I do not want to damage the cover.

 

VINYL

 

Surface Scratching

A few very light surface “wisps”

Scuffing

No

Play Tested

Yes

Surface Noise

An extremely light amount, heard only in the silence between songs.

Skips

No

Additional Notes

This record was very well taken care of and appears to have been played only a handful of times! It is an extremely enjoyable listen!

 

MATRIX INFO

 

Side 1

ST-1-2080-A-5  1

Side 2

ST-2-2080-A-5  1

Additional Notes

Please note that the original owner had very neatly and carefully etched the following information into the dead wax of Side 2 of this record: her name, the date of purchase (in this case, Friday, April 3, 1964), the place of purchase and “Age 18.” While this is an uncommon practice, it does not cause any damage to the record in the slightest!

 

Also, please note that there is a label with the number “3” on the label of side 1 of the record.

 

DON'T MISS OUT ON YOUR CHANCE TO ADD THIS CLASSIC ALBUM TO YOUR COLLECTION TODAY! IF YOU HAVE ANY ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RECORD, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO MESSAGE ME. HAPPY BIDDING!


A NOTE FROM THE SELLER:

Your satisfaction is my top priority. I always combine shipping and will gladly refund anything you are not completely satisfied with. I also play test ALL my records!! BID WITH CONFIDENCE!!


A NOTE TO INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS:

I CANNOT SHIP INTERNATIONALLY ON THIS ITEM. I APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE THIS MAY CAUSE.


BELOW I HAVE POSTED THE GRADING SYSTEM I USE FOR ALL MY RECORDS:

SEALED: Sealed at factory and never opened. Vinyl is assumed to be mint, but cannot be sure until opening.

NM: When I grade something near mint, you know the only thing that isn't perfect about it is that someone actually opened it. There could be a light scuff mark or two from taking it out of the sleeve. The jacket will look like new.

VG++: These LPs appear not to have been played more than once or twice. You can expect to see scuffs or other insignificant surface marks ­ very minor ­ that will have no effect whatsoever on the sound of the recording. Jacket will show very slight, just beginning ring wear. Maybe a little wear in the corners.

VG+: Records in this condition have obviously been played a few times, though they have been well taken care of. You can expect to see a few light marks, but they should have a minimal effect, if any at all, on the sound of the recording. Jacket will very likely show noticeble ring and edge wear and maybe one or two other minor flaws. Anything more will be noted.

VG: These albums have been played quite a few times and although not abused you will see and hear signs of use. But, the music will dominate your listening experience and you shouldn't be overwhelmed by the various vinyl nuances, such as tics, pops, crackles and hisses. You should still be able to sit back and fully enjoy listening to an album in this condition.
Jacket will have a number of flaws, such as heavy ring and seam wear, writing, small seam splits, stickers, etc.

G: I try not to go here, but if it's a rare or exceptionally great piece of music that must be heard, then I'll offer it. But the noise will be very noticeable, and you'll want to find a better copy. Still, the record will be fully playable, and you should enjoy it because it's such wonderful music. Jackets in this condition will have large seam splits, large writing, paper tears, or water damage. But it will still be fully capable of protecting the album inside.

F: I'll never go here on both the vinyl and jacket. This would have to be a case where the vinyl was playable with a bad jacket OR a real special jacket with the record not of much use. You won't see this very often!