John Lennon - Shaved Fish

 Label:Apple Records - PCS 7173

Format:Vinyl, LP, Compilation

Country:UK

Released:1975

Genre:Rock

Matrix Side 1: YEX 949-2
Matrix Side 2: YES 950-1U

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 only a few(4 - 5) short and minor spindle marks visible on the labels and there are no pen marks, stains or scuffs anywhere. The centres show minimal wear and overall the iconic Apple labels are clean, bright and still in great shape.

As for the vinyl itself, both sides have a really nice lustre and have nothing at all major or deep showing. There is some faint sleeve marks and occasional minor wispy lines in parts but nothing at all serious. The most obvious line is around2cm in length and found in track 4 on side 2. This can be seen in normal light but is soft and of course cannot be felt. Overall the vinyl has certainly not had heavy amounts of play but there is a few light lines and minor signs of use showing in places.

I play tested the record and it played nicely overall. It lays flat on the deck and upon playing there is little to no movement in the record arm. The sound produced is free of skips, sticks or annoying clicks and generally has minimal levels of surface noise. I noted a small amount in the run ins on each side and the occasional light splutter in some of the much quieter parts of side 1 but nothing at all disruptive or severe. Overall it plays well with nice audio quality and no serious issues or major interference.

The laminated sleeve is in very good+ condition. It has some wear to the edges(small patch in centre of bottom edge) and corners but nothing extreme and there is no splits. There is some bruising to the corners however and some wear and discolouring to the record entry edge(on both sides). Other than this edge there is no heavy wear and all text on the spine is legible. The sleeve is still solid and tidy with no heavy creasing or major ring marks and no tears, scuffs or pen marks. Overall a solid and tidy sleeve but one that has some signs of age and the wear/discolouring to the record entry edge. I have done my best to describe the sleeve but please study the pictures provided to gain as much information as possible as to its condition.

It contains its original lyrics inner which is in very good condition. This has no splits and is solid enough with no tears or pen marks. There is however creasing to both sides and age related discolouring and age spots on both sides. These are more noticeable on the white side. I will send the record in a plan replacement to ensure no damage occurs 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.