Sealed Stephen Stills Manassas 2-LP Rhino Issue on 180gm Vinyl, Sweet!!


Well here's a truly rare bird. I bought this years ago and like too many purchases, it was never opened and my current copies rarely played, so I'm selling to someone who will appreciate it.

This is a still sealed, unopened, NOS 2 LP gatefold set of Stephen Stills Manassas 2 LP debut release reissued by Rhino on 180gm vinyl and cut from the original analog masters.  UPC is 0-81227-98914-9. The LPs looks great. as they are still sealed I hate rating records because there is such a subjective disparity on evaluations, but this one is a snap as it's factory sealed. I'd rate this LP as follows: Vinyl:   M. Brand new and still factory sealed Cover:  M. Factory sealed and shrink wrap is perfect with no rips, tears or holes. This cover is untouched as are the 5 covers inside. (see pics). If you love fine recordings, analog vinyl, and this LP in particular, you need to give it your full attention. Don't let it get away!!  

All records are graded "vinyl / jacket". Assume grading to be "visual" unless noted.

Grades for vinyl :

M : new, un-played, perfect.

M-/NM : like new but carefully played a limited amount of times. Should play perfect with almost no noise or imperfections. May show very faint imperfections from paper scuffs or tiny needle marks.

EX : as above with a few light needle marks, or a few  light surface scratches, and/or inaudible or barely audible scuffs. a very nice used record

VG+ : no groove wear, but some visible scuffs and surface scratches. Should still play with nice fidelity, but will have an occasional pop, tick, and light surface noise, surface noise between tracks. A normal used record.

VG : still showing good gloss but lots of small scratches and scuffs. A slightly abused record that should still play through without skips, but will have light surface noise throughout, pops, ticks, and maybe some light distortion around the edges. I do not consider VG to be a junk grade

VG- to G : any record in less than VG condition that I feel is still worth offering

Grades for jackets:

M : perfect. no wear, square flat corners, solid seams, spine etc.

M-/NM : overall appearance of front and back near perfect but may have a very small problem or faint age wear that I will explain.

EX : as above, nice "un-handled" feel, but may have a small split, a bent corner or two, very light ring wear, small writing. Or a M- jacket with a drill hole, saw-cut, or promo stamp.

VG+ : still have a nice overall appearance, but may have the following defects: seam splits, spine splits, small tears, ring wear, writing, small stains, etc. in various (not severe) degrees. 

VG : defects as above in a greater degree, and possibly a "handled", or "worn" feel to the paper. possible neat tape repairs. will still look good when in a poly-bag.

G or G+ : getting ugly, but for some reason still worth offering.

  The item in this auction has been tested and found to be in good working order, aside from any specific issues noted in the body of the auction above. However, due to the age and nature of this merchandise, all items are sold "AS-IS" and not eligible for return or refund.    


PayPal is my method of payment. All payments expected within 5 days of final total determination (bid plus S&H).


Buyer to pay actual bubble wrapped shipping and handling. Local pickup w/o any "handling fees" is always available for anyone who wishes to drive over. International shipping and Alaska and Hawaii will be determined on an individual basis. Due to the rigors and vagaries of international shipping, I am unable to take any liability for undelivered, lost or damaged international shipments. Any and all duties, fees, brokerage charges, etc. are also the responsibility of the buyer, both for payment and determination.