Sold Date: December 27, 2020
Start Date: December 27, 2020
Final Price: $17.95 (USD)
Seller Feedback: 898
Buyer Feedback: 56

SELLING:
The Violent Femmes' debut vinyl LP released on the Slash Records label in 1982 (Cat # 1-23845.)  The vinyl has significant scratches scuffs and scratches which do impact the sound quality.  Test play revealed plenty of persistent and repeating static and pops on both sides, but no skips.  If you're looking for pristine sound quality, don't buy this album.  The outer sleeve is in very good condition though, if you're looking to upgrade your sleeve.  Has some very short wrinkles on the cover along the back edge, and a ding to the upper left corner, otherwise in great shape.  Comes with the original paper inner sleeve with lyrics and liner notes.  Inner sleeve has a seam split on the bottom so will ship in a plain white sleeve to prevent any further splitting.  The album, perhaps the vinyl only, spent time in a used record shop based on the price tag.  Refer to the photos.       GRADING: I am neither a collector nor a vinyl expert; I'm just a music lover with too many albums and not enough space.  My condition description is based on simple, non-technical observations and the guidelines below.  I attempt to grade the vinyl and sleeve objectively and make note of all observed deficiencies.  I'll err on the side of caution and choose a lower grade if there's any question--I'd would rather you be pleasantly surprised that the record is better than you expected, rather than the other way around.  All that said, the album is being offered as is, without warranty or return.  Please review all the pictures and condition description, and ask any questions you may have before buying.  I feel I have priced this fairly in accordance with its observed condition and characteristics.  Grading is based on the following general guidelines:
Mint (M) 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 marked as sealed or unplayed should be Mint. Excellent (EX) 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 (VG) The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable surface marks or scuffs and the occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items, without any major defects is acceptable Good (G) The record has been played so much that the sound quality has noticeably deteriorated, perhaps with some distortion and mild scratches causing pops.  A skip might occur.  The sleeve and contents suffer from significant wear, folding, scuffing of edges, spine splits, discoloration, etc. Fair (F) The record is barely playable and has not been cared for properly; it generates considerable surface noise and skips or repeats should be anticipated. The cover will exhibit extensive wear, contents will be torn, stained and/or defaced. Poor (P) The record will not play properly due to deep scratches, bad surface noise, etc. The cover and contents will be badly damaged or partly missing, sleeve spines may be split on sides.  SHIPPING: If you purchase multiple albums, I will combine shipping--just $1 more for each additional album purchased.  An adjusted invoice will be sent to you after the purchases have been made.   All records are removed from the album covers to prevent potential "seam splits" during the shipping process. All items are carefully packaged that includes extra cardboard to ensure the LPs stay snug and secure in transit to you.  I ship via USPS "Media Mail" only within the United States, so please no international buyers.