Sold Date: April 21, 2016
Start Date: April 15, 2016
Final Price: £49.99 £39.99 (GBP)
Seller Feedback: 1979
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This White album is either a very obscure label or pressing error, or is made up of 2 different pressings with record 1 being the 1977 German reissue, whilst record 2 is a Dutch reissue. They are both in great shape do not seem to be a complete pressing. If anyone has anymore information on this variation then be sure to let me know! :)

‎– The Beatles

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Format:2 × , LP, Album,  Reissue, Stereo, Gatefold

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Matrix Side 1: 04 173 1U
Matrix Side 2: YEX 710 138-04173-B--36408-4Y
Matrix Side 3: YEX 711-138-04174-A--36409-2Y
Matrix Side 4: YEX 712-1-F

All records are graded to the Record Collector Guidelines, with extra information added as required when play tested. Also all photos above are of the exact record you will receive if successful.

These records are in near mint condition. There are a few light spindle marks on each label but no pen marks, scuffs or fading anywhere. The centres are not loose and overall the labels are in great shape. There is some light 'bubbling' or raised areas on side D however. This doesnt appear horrific but is noticeable, especially to the touch.

As for the vinyl itself, all sides are very clean overall, have a vivid shine and have little visible in normal light with nothing remotely serious evident. There is the odd thin very light line but nothing remotely sinister as I say. There are a few more extremely light wispy lines when viewed in very bright white light but nothing remotely sinister or serious. The records have no scuffs or serious blemishes and are in great shape overall.

I carefully play tested both the records and they played really well. They lay  flat with little to no movement in the record arm on either. The sound produced is superb from both. Its crisp, dynamic and other than a minuscule trace in the run in has virtually no interference or surface noise. There are no sticks, jumps or clicks and overall there is little to no interference of any sorts. It was a very enjoyable audio experience and was a play test to savour. 

The sleeve which is numbered No.748448 is in very good+ condition. It has slight wear to the edges and corners(pics), but the writing along the spine is clearly legible and there are no splits or weak areas anywhere. There are no tears, scuffs or pen marks anywhere and it has its original sticker present on the front in the top right corner area. There is however some slight discolouring in places and grubbiness/ring marks showing. This is at its worst on the rear but there is also some on the front and mild discolouring in parts inside the gatefold. There is also some light minor creasing in parts but nothing horrific. Overall a strong sleeve with no major issues but the light superficial and age related wear as mentioned.  Pleas study the pictures provided to gain as much information as possible to its condition.

It contains its original 2 plain white inners. Both are solid and fulfil their purpose but one is more tatty than the other. This has small splits, a small tear/hole and some grubbiness. The other also has small splits to the edges but with them being poly lined the inners still remain solid as I say. So overall they are not pristine but do the job they were designed to do.

It includes its 4 photos/pictures of the group which are in excellent condition. They have no pen marks, tears or serious issues. There is little to no creasing to any of them but all have some very slight discolouring to the white 'frame'.

Also included is its large fold out poster/lyrics insert. This is in very good shape but does have light creasing in places and some small holes on some of the 'folds'. More seriously there is also a 3.5" tear up from the bottom edge(see pics). So overall it is clean and looks great but has the few issues as mentioned.

So overall despite the questions about the pressing etc they both play well and sound great! Again if you have any info on the pressings then be sure to let me know.

If you are after great audio however then it could be the 'set' for you!

The record will be packaged in cardboard stiffeners and bubble wrapped thoroughly when dispatched. It will also be sent in a brand new protective plastic sleeve, and within 24hrs of receiving payment to ensure swift delivery.

I hope my photos are comprehensive enough but if you have any questions then don't hesitate to contact me. Also please check my Ebay feedback for a positive history of record grading, A1 communication and quick delivery times.

All offers are considered and are more than welcome.

Many thanks for looking.