Queen - Jazz

Label:EMI - EMA 788

Format:Vinyl, LP, Embossed Gatefold

Country:UK

Released:1978

Genre:Rock

Matrix Side 1: YAX 5550-1U     RTB-2        STERLING
Matrix Side 2: YAX 5551-1U     RTB-1        STERLING

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 a few spindle marks visible on each label but there are no pen marks, scuffs or any other damage such as stains or fading. The centres are not loose or worn and overall the labels are clean, bright and in nice shape.

As for the vinyl itself, both sides have a nice lustre and have nothing at all serious or deep showing. There is a few minor and faint lines and light signs of use/age showing but certainly nothing deep or sinister. So overall a UK 1st press that has light signs of use but nothing at all major and is in nice tidy used condition.

I play tested the record and it played well throughout. It lays flat on the deck and upon playing there is little to no arm movement. The sound produced is excellent with no distortion caused by excessive use and no skips, sticks or annoying clicks(3 incredibly light and brief ones around 20 seconds into track 3 on side 2 caused by a tiny spot). There was no serious surface noise and overall the audio quality/clarity was excellent. The run in and intro to side 1 is nice and quiet, and there was hardly any surface noise during play. Overall a very enjoyable listen of a classic album.

The sleeve is in excellent- condition. There are no splits, tears, scuffs or pen marks and is strong and presentable all round. It does have some wear and rubbing to the edges and corners however. This has affected the writing along the spine which is no longer legible. Other than the edge wear there is also some light creasing near the centre of the front right edge. There is also a hint of fading to the front and a trace of age related grubbiness to the rear. Inside the gatefold is clean with no issues. It has its original large fold out poster still attached and this nice and tidy with no tears or issues. The perforated edge where it joins the sleeve is showing some wear but it is not loose, but needs to be handled with care. I have tried to describe the sleeve as best I can but please study the pictures provided to gain as much information as possible.

Its contains its original laminate picture inner which is in excellent condition with no splits or major issues but some minor signs of age and handling. The record will be sent in a brand new plain white replacement inner to ensure no damage occurs to the original during transit.

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 try to ensure a 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.