THE SMITHS ~ RANK ~ VG/EX ~ ORIG 1986 UK INDIE VINYL LP ~ MARKED BUT PLAYS SOLID

Sold Date: August 21, 2017
Start Date: July 7, 2017
Final Price: £27.99 £23.99 (GBP)
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‎– Rank Label: ‎– ROUGH 126
Format:, LP, Album, Gatefold

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Matrix Side 1: ROUGH 126 A-2U-1-      PEEPHOLISM
Matrix Side 2: ROUGH 126 B-2U-1-1    TY1


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 very good condition. It has no obvious spindle marks visible on the labels and there are no pen marks, stains or scuffs anywhere. The centres show next to no wear and are not worn or loose. Overall the labels are clean, bright and in really good condition with no major issues to report.

As for the vinyl itself, both sides have light surface lines, sleeve scuffs and signs of use. There is also a few other scratches and marks on each side with two that can be felt(one on each side). These are not long but can be felt as I say and of course are visible. Overall the record is not perfect visually and has marks and scratches as mentioned.

I play tested the record and it played nicely overall. It lays flat on the deck and upon playing there is next to no movement in the record arm. The general audio is very enjoyable with minimal surface noise and no skips or sticks. The two scratches mentioned above also play through with no loud or hugely disruptive ticks and overall the audio is closer to a grade of EX than the visual VG. Saying this however the audio is not 100% perfect and I did note some splutters in places and very light ticks in the intro of side 2(one of the scratches mentioned above). These are very mild ticks however and only really sound softly and in the vocal intro to the track. Overall not a pristine audio experience but one that certainly grades higher than VG audibly.

So overall the record has signs of use and a couple of small 'feelable' scratches. Despite these it still plays well with only minor interference and can certainly still be enjoyed.

The gatefold sleeve is in excellent condition. It has only mild rubbing and wear to the edges and corners with the text along the spine all still clearly legible. There are no tears, scuffs or pen marks and only a few minor creases. There is a slight ring mark or ring stain showing on the rear however and also some minor discolouring in places but overall the sleeve is excellent with no major problems. I have tried to describe the sleeve 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 picture inner which is in excellent+ condition with no splits, tears or pen marks and little to no creasing or ring marks. I will of course send the record in a brand new plain white replacement to ensure the original stays safe 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.