Sold Date: January 4, 2021
Start Date: December 28, 2020
Final Price: $207.50 (USD)
Bid Count: 10
Seller Feedback: 381
Buyer Feedback: 118

For sale: Music Matters Jazz, SRX Test Pressing, John Coltrane - Blue Train, Sealed, 33RPM

A special offering of authentic Music Matters SRX vinyl formulation Original releases.  Each title offered had been inspected by the Music Matters team and the records were seperated from the jacket to prevent seam splitting and the record is shipped in a white jacket to prevent transit damage. 

Each album is in SEALED, new condition.  Refer to the photos, the first photo shows the actual jacket, the second photo shows the enclosed, white shipping jacket and a close up of the label.

The trademark Music Matters beautiful, heavy gatefold jackets feature the amazing photographs of Francis Wolff and typically depict the studio session players in candid pose.

This is a great opportunity to own a Music Matters Jazz SRX record and enjoy the amazing qualities, quiet noise floor and stunning dynamics found in this special formulation vinyl.  Many of the original SRX release records are now selling hundreds of dollars and up to $500 and more.  This is the same genuine SRX vinyl as the original MMJ release.  The SRX vinyl is a Music Matters Jazz proprietary vinyl formulation that offers an extremely low noise floor.  The vinyl appears black, but when held up to light it is translucent and smoky grey, revealing this high quality vinyl formulation.  It provides a silent running experience that allows the music to come forward, hence the name "SRX".

Each SRX test pressing was pressed at RTI and is of the same quality as the original releases.  Due to the complexity of pressing the special SRX vinyl formulation, all test pressings were inspected and subject to the same stringent quality control checks.  Please refer to the Music Matters Jazz website for more information on the incredible SRX series of records. 

About Test Pressings:

Test pressings are historically the first pressings made or 'stamped' and are intended for music critics, promotion and colleagues in the industry.  For some, the test pressings are highly desired as these are the first vinyl copies to be pressed by a record stamper ensuring higher fidelity. These test pressings have the same quality and sonic fidelity as the original Music Matters record, as they are first ones to be pressed off the final, "approved" virgin "record stampers" at the time of production.  All test pressings were visually and aurally inspected by the Music Matters team and RTI at the time of production.

Listen to what our customers are saying:

"The real deal, sounds as good as the actual releases, super value."

Ronnie M.

"Great way to fill in my collection, bought titles I missed when first released and these tp's sound great!"

John C.

"Sonically and visually the same in every way."

Thomas O.

Shipping:

We are currently only shipping to the Continental USA.  We do not ship Media Mail, but use USPS First Class or Priority depending on final value and other factors.  We use sturdy, one inch record mailers and when required, larger boxes.  We take great care to package the records.  We like to say that base shipping is included for free.  But based on the anticipated final value or sales price, we are adding in a pre-designated harge for additional services like insurance, signature confirmation and expedited shipping where we can.  This surcharge is for both the benefit of the buyer and seller. 

Disclaimer and Customer Service: 

We, and this transaction are not affiliated with Music Matters Jazz.  Should you have a record that is unplayable or contains a significant defect, please contact us first.  We may be able to replace the copy.  But note, all records have been visually inspected.  Please note, the actual photos of 'white jacket' or label may differ, within the same title.  some have open label jackets, some have closed label jackets.  Also note, a Test Pressing may show evidence of factory or engineer play as they are designed to evaluate the stampers.

Standard Warranty of Records: 

All records potentially have some miniscule pressing or handling artifact which may include tics.  None of these should affect the play and we cannot return or replace records that have these standard artifacts.  All records have been visually inspected.  Topical or miniscule paper sleeve marks, and other signs of incidental handling will not cause audible surface noise.  All records should be cleaned prior to play to remove mold release agents caused in manufacturing and packaging.  Cleaning of records is a standard requirement and the best way to enjoy the full aural spectrum of the recording.

Thank you and bid with confidence as we have excellent feedback.