Sold Date: April 17, 2023
Start Date: April 7, 2023
Final Price: £631.00 (GBP)
Bid Count: 24
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Pink Floyd - The Wall
I am pleased to offer for sale this exceptional final upgrade example of Pink Floyd's eleventh studio album: The Wall.
As is shown below, the album features all the signs of a true UK first release, correct sleeve, correct inners etc. It is difficult to find this record complete and virtually impossible when in such stunning condition.
Album Details:
Serial number: SHDW 411 & SHSP 4111 / SHSP 4112
Matrix number: A - 2U TML-X / B - 2U TML-M / A - 3U TML-X / B - 2U TML-M
Mother & stamper codes: 12 200 / 3 TH  / 2 RM / 1 220

The matrix numbers inform us that the vinyl is a UK first pressing crossover. Sides 1, 2 and 4 were pressed by the first production lacquer plates. Side 3 was produced by the second production lacquer plate (no 2U plate was used for side 3). Consequently the audio reproduction is superb! Take a listen yourself below.
The labels are the first variant which feature pictures of 'the wall'.
The sleeve is the extremely rare first variant which can be identified by the absence of 'band member' credits on the inside of the gatefold. This was added for later variants. In addition, the sleeve itself is made from a single piece of off-white coloured card which has a single seam along the top edge of the cover. Later examples were made from two pieces of card with two seams.
Completing the album is the original first variant picture/lyric inner sleeve, identifiable by disc specific catalogue numbers to the bottom right hand corner, rounded corners and a nine inch thumb notch at the opening edge.

Condition:
The condition report provided below is given as a guide only. I include high-quality, comprehensive photographs as well as a complete audio recording in my listings to enable you to make an informed decision on the condition of this record yourself. 
Vinyl: MINT - 
Labels: MINT -
The labels are bright, clean and without writing. No spindle wear is visible.
Visual: MINT - 
The record retains superb deep-gloss playing surfaces. In bright daylight there are no visible surface marks to any side. Under the glare of a halogen desk lamp wispy light paper hairline marks can be seen alongside an iridescent rainbow sheen. Truly fantastic.   Sound Quality: MINT -
Please use the eBay internet site to enjoy the audio clips. The eBay app does not facilitate playback.
Side 1: 

Side 2: 

Side 3:

Side 4:

As can be heard in the audio clips, both vinyl sound stunning. All lead-ins are silent. No static can be heard in between tracks on both discs. There is great channel separation, superb clarity and exceptional dynamism. It would be virtually impossible to find a better example of this record.
Sleeve: MINT -
The iconic sleeve looks superb! All four sides are brilliantly clean without any hint of yellow discolouration. The colours on the internal gatefold are bright and vibrant. The spine and all 6 edges are without wear. The corners are sharp. Very difficult to find one in better condition than this.
Inner Sleeves: MINT -
The original inner sleeves looks unused. 
Additional Details:
Before the audio test was performed the vinyl was cleaned first by an Okki Nokki vacuum cleaner (using L'art du Son cleaning solution) and then an Audio Desk ultrasonic cleaner.
After cleaning, the vinyl is housed inside a brand new mobile fidelity anti-static inner sleeve. 
The vinyl will be packaged outside of the sleeve, both of which are stored inside an archival quality polypropylene outer sleeve.
The record will be sent via an insured courier in a padded vinyl mailer.

Please see my other listings for more Floyd rarities.
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