Sold Date: May 25, 2024
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Lou Reed Transformer Vinyl LP - RCA LSP-4807 VFirst Pressing (1972) with Walk On the Wild Side, Perfect Day Produced by David Bowie and Mick Ronson
Condition: Very Good Vinyl and Very Good + Cover. Vinyl was play-tested on both sides and plays very well throughout, with occasional light backgroud noise. First pressing on orange RCA label. Cover is solid with good color, no splits or writing. Small crease and staple hole in cover.
Matrix / Runout (Run-out side A): BPRS-7038 5S I  A Matrix / Runout (Run-out side B): BPRS-7039 6S I  A
Transformer is the second solo album by Lou Reed. Produced by David Bowie and Mick Ronson, the album was released in November 1972 by RCA Records. It is considered an influential landmark of the glam rock genre, anchored by Reed's most successful single, "Walk on the Wild Side", which touched on controversial topics of sexual orientation, gender identity, prostitution and drug use. Although Reed's self-titled debut solo album had been unsuccessful, Bowie had been an early fan of Reed's former band The Velvet Underground and used his fame to promote Reed, who had not yet achieved mainstream success.
Transformer is ranked at number 55 on NME's list of "Greatest Albums of All Time". In 2003, the album was ranked at number 194 on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 greatest albums of all time.
Track listing
A1Vicious2:55 A2Andy's Chest3:17 A3Perfect Day3:43 A4Hangin' Round3:39 A5Walk On The Wild Side4:12
B1Make Up2:58 B2Satellite Of Love3:40 B3Wagon Wheel3:19 B4New York Telephone Conversation1:31 B5I'm So Free3:07 B6Goodnight Ladies    4:19
Musicians Lou Reed – lead vocals; rhythm guitar Mick Ronson – lead guitar; piano; recorder; string arrangements David Bowie – backing vocals; keyboards; acoustic guitar  Herbie Flowers – bass guitar; double bass; tuba on "Perfect Day", "Goodnight Ladies" and "Make Up" John Halsey – drums Trevor Bolder – trumpet Ronnie Ross – soprano saxophone on "Goodnight Ladies"; baritone saxophone on "Walk on the Wild Side" Thunderthighs – backing vocals Klaus Voormann – bass guitar on "Perfect Day", "Goodnight Ladies", "Satellite of Love" and "Make Up" Barry DeSouza – drums Ritchie Dharma – drums
Production David Bowie – producer Mick Ronson – producer Ken Scott – engineer _____________________________________________
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I use the Goldmine Grading System, and play-test all records. I note any differences between vinyl and cover, and make note of any inserts, special sleeves, or potential defects.

MINT (M) - Absolutely perfect in every way. Most often this is a still sealed record, records that have been opened are rarely if ever marked as Mint.

NEAR MINT (NM) - A good description is that it looks like it just came from a retail store and it was opened for the first time. In other words, it?s nearly perfect, with no visible defects. 

VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+) - Except for a couple minor things, this could be Near Mint. Most collectors will be happy with a VG+ record, especially if on the high end (VG++). VG+ records may show slight signs of wear, including light scuffs or very light scratches that do not affect the listening experience. Covers should have only minor wear. 

VERY GOOD (VG) - VG records are among the biggest bargains, and for many, will be worth the money. They can lack the original gloss, may have surface noise, and some scratches may be audible, especially in soft passages. But the noise will not overpower the music. VG covers will have signs of handling, and may have minor splits. 

GOOD PLUS (G+) - Good+ does not mean bad! The record still plays through without skipping, but it has significant surface noise and groove wear. Cover may have significant ring wear, noticeable writing, or obvious damage.

GOOD (G) - Record may have some skipping, but is otherwise listenable. I generally avoid selling Good (G) rated records unless they are highly collectible or desirable, in order to enjoy until something better comes along. Cover has major wear or seam splits that need repair, or heavy writing like radio station call letters to prevent theft.

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