PHIL COLLINS ~ FACE VALUE ~ EX+/NrM ~ 1981 UK 1ST PRESS VINYL LP ~ SUPERB AUDIO

Sold Date: July 21, 2016
Start Date: April 21, 2016
Final Price: £15.99 £13.99 (GBP)
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‎– Face Value
Label: ‎– V2185
Format:, LP, Album

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Matrix Side 1: V 2185 A-1U-1-6
Matrix Side 2: V 2185 B-1U-1-8

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.

This record is in excellent+ condition. It has no spindle marks visible on the labels and no pen marks, scuffs or any other damage such as stains or fading. The centres are not loose and overall the labels are in superb condition and near enough immaculate.

As for the vinyl itself, both sides are beautifully clean, have a vivid gloss and are near enough spotless in normal light. There is still little showing under bright light with just a couple of incredibly minor wispy lines visible. The record has no scuffs, marks or blemishes and has a lovely vivid shine.

I play tested the record and it plays well and sounds superb throughout, but has some arm movement noticeable on both sides. This has no affect on the audio which is superb as I say, but is a visual issue with the arm raising on both sides. So the main issue is this mild warping of the record which causes the arm to raise somewhat. This is noticeable but is not horrific and at a level to cause jumps or other issues. The audio produced is near pristine with superb clear, defined sound throughout. There is virtually no surface noise, even between tracks and audibly it was a pleasure to play test. There are of course no skips, sticks, clicks or pops and next to no interference in general. It was a quality audio experience and would certainly be graded near mint if not for the arm movement. If you would like a video of the record playing to get an understanding of the level of arm movement then I will happily supply this, just ask.

The gatefold sleeve is in near mint condition. It has only a touch of light rubbing/wear to the edges and corners, and the writing along the spine is all clearly legible. All the edges are strong with no splits or weak areas anywhere and there are no tears, scuffs or pen marks anywhere. There is barely any ring marks visible and next to no creasing. Overall it is clean, bright and in superb condition with no major issues at all. Please study the pictures provided to gain as much information as possible on its condition.

It includes its original plain white inner which is in excellent+ condition. This has no splits, tears, scuffs or pen marks and only very slight creasing and ring marks.

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.