Roland Kirk - The Inflated Tear

Label:Atlantic - ATL 50 233

Format:Vinyl, LP, Album, Gatefold

Country:Germany

Released:1976

Genre:Jazz

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 purchased.

This record is in excellent+ condition. It has just a couple of faint spindle marks visible on the labels and there are no pen marks, scuffs, fading or any other issues. There is next to no wear around the centre holes and overall the labels are clean, bright and in very nice condition.

As for the vinyl itself, both sides have a lovely lustre and show little to nothing in normal light. There is a couple of the most minor and faint lines showing when angled and some very light signs of use showing when viewed under bright light but there is no obvious scratches or nasty marks. Overall it shows minimal signs of use and is in very nice condition.

I play tested the record and it played nicely throughout. It lays flat on the deck and upon playing there is little to no movement in the record arm. The audio has no skips, sticks or annoying tics and is generally nice and clear. There was a trace of surface noise in the run ins but the quiet intro to side 1 was nice and clear. Side 1 plays with solid EX+ audio and just the most minor occasional light hint of surface noise. Side 2 plays better again with very little audible and excellent clarity. Overall both sides are a great listen and it plays nicely for a mellow album.

The gatefold sleeve is in excellent- condition. It has no stand out issues such as tears, splits, scuffs or pen marks but has general signs of age and handling. There is ring marks showing to each side and some wear/rubbing to parts of the edges. There is also some marks and indentations to both sides. These show more when the sleeve is angled due to its shiny design. Overall a solid sleeve but one that is not perfect and has some general handling marks and signs of age. I have tried to outline the sleeves issues as best I can but please study the pictures provided to gain as much information as possible as to its condition.

It contains its original plain white inner which is in excellent condition with no tears or splits but a small pen mark to one side and light wear.

The record will be packaged in between 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.

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