Sold Date: August 1, 2016
Start Date: July 25, 2016
Final Price: $25.00 (USD)
Bid Count: 1
Seller Feedback: 103
Buyer Feedback: 43

I am selling some items like Records, CD's, DVD's, comics, trading cards and other collectibles. I have been collecting and have for over 15 Years of experience. So I have some experience and grading and selling. This week I will be listing some 1960's, 1970's, & 1980's rock vintage vinyls all original unless noted. Up for sale is Weird Scenes Inside The Gold Mine (1967) Stereo (EKL-74007) from The Doors is a 1st pressing. It also comes with the original Gatefold cover, labels have the Elektra Butterfly Green logo.                Tracklist:
Side One:  1. Break On Through (The Other Side) (2:25) 2. Soul Kitchen (3:30) 3. The Crystal Ship (2:30) 4. Twentieth Century Fox (2:33) 5. Alabama Song (Whisky Bar)(3:20) 6. Light My Fire (6:30)
Side Two: 1. Backdoor Man (3:34) 2. I Looked At You (2:20) 3. End Of The Night (2:49) 4. Take It As It Comes (2:20) 5. The End (11:35) 
Cover; (NM)                      Vinyl; (VG+)

The cover of the album is in Near Mint condition, it has some wear not much looks almost new, on the bottom left side corner of Jim's neck looks like it was folded and upper corner right looks like it was folded once as well both creases go all the way to the back of the cover. The condition of the records is in Very Good + condition due to a few amount of scratches it has on both sides, you can see them in the light when it shines. The Record doesn't skip on both sides when you play it goes all the way through, but some light static is heard even when each song ends. Other then that looks decent even the label is cleaned, the scratches don't effect play. The record comes in a different record sleeve not the Elektra 1967 sleeve, for some odd reason that is an early 1967 ATCO Atlantic Records sleeve that is in new condition. The sleeve show catologue of the records they were releasing at the time from Buffalo Springfield, Cream, Iron Butterfly and other artists that looks great to have. 

This is the first self debut titled album from The Doors (1967) (EKL-74007) Stereo version. It's a first pressing that is hard to find not in Excellent condition but close. The album had 2 singles Break On Through (The Other Side), and Light My Fire that was there first number 1 hit. Break On Through was not a hit at the time it was released but became a concert staple. The album debuted at number 2 in the billboard chart behind The Beatles Sgt Pepper's Lonely Heart's Club Band. At the time this record came out it was released in the wrong speed and was corrected when remastered in 2007 for the 40th Anniversary. Only the 2 singles where released in the proper speed. Get this hard to find first pressing while you can especially if you have the mono version or your a Doors fan or either one. 

This is my record grading standards I use, if you don't agree let me know and I will change it or give me your opinion. If you don't like my grading system then do not bid or think before bidding. When you bid like I said bid with confidence.

RECORD GRADING GUIDELINES

FOR VINYL RECORDS:

Mint (M): Perfect. I will only use this for a brand new, sealed item.

Near Mint (NM): A nearly perfect record. No obvious signs of wear, though there may be very slight imperfections inherent in the vinyl pressing.

Excellent (EX): This is a listing that may not quite be NM, but is just too good to be listed as any variation of “VG”.

Very Good Plus (VG+): Record shows some signs of wear and may have slight scuffs or very light scratches that do not affect the listening experience. Slight warps not affecting the sound are OK. Label may have some ring wear or discoloration.

Very Good (VG): Record may have some light scratches and scuffs that may affect the sound especially in softer passages of the record, but will not overpower the music. There will be no skips in the record.

Very Good Minus (VG-): Record will have scratches and scuffs that will affect the sound. The noise will not detract from enjoying the record. Very old records with significant wear will be listed under this classification. There will be no skips in the record.

FOR LP COVERS & 45 & EP SLEEVES:

Mint (M): Perfect. Again…a brand new, sealed item.

Near Mint (NM): No creases, folds, seam splits, or cut-out holes. Only the slightest signs of handling may be visible.

Excellent (EX): This is a listing that may not quite be NM, but is just too good to be listed as any variation of “VG”.

Very Good Plus (VG+): Slight creases or signs of wear may be visible. May be marred by a cut-out hole or other indication that it was taken out-of-print.

Very Good (VG): Creases, significant wear, and significant ring wear will be visible. No splits or tape.  Very Good Minus (VG-): Creases, significant wear, and significant ring wear will be visible more so than on a VG cover. Splits or tape may be present. There may be some writing on the cover.

Payment expected within 48 hours of winning bid. Item shipped on envelope. The Record or Records will be bagged and boarded and will include two pieces of cardboard taped to the front and back for added protection. I only ship in the US I don't ship outside, no international bidders, only US due to being asked to lower the shipping costs or for high costs. No returns or Exchanges, all sales are final. If you have any questions contact me. Thank you and happy bidding to all.