Joy Division - Substance

Label:Factory - FACT250

Format:Vinyl, LP, Compilation

Country:UK

Released:1988

Genre:Rock

Style:New Wave, Post Punk, Indie

Matrix Side 1: FACT250 A-1 *    MAX     TOWNHOUSE            Matrix Side 2: FACT250 B-3 *    MAX     TOWNHOUSE
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, scuffs or any other damage. There is maybe the most minor trace of fading in places but nothing at all serious. The centres are not loose or worn and overall the labels are clean, bright and in great shape.

As for the vinyl itself, both sides have a lovely lustre and are generally clean. There is a few light lines and marks showing in places however and so the vinyl is not entirely perfect. The most noticeable of these lines is found on side 1 where there is a light scratch in tracks 3 and 4. There is also a few other lines showing on each side. These are all light and there is nothing that can be felt or jumps out as being serious. Overall the vinyl is generally a grade of 'EX' visually but is graded as VG+ due to the play test.

I play tested the record and it played well overall with no major issues such as skips or sticks and generally good clarity. It lays flat on the deck with next to no movement in the record arm upon playing. The reason for the 'VG+' grade is that there is two periods of light interference on side 1. Side 2 plays really well with audio of EX+ quality throughout and little interference at all. Side 1 however has these two periods of light interference. The first is found in track 4 and is caused by the light scratch mentioned. There is very light tics audible for the first 30 seconds or so, and then even softer for the next 90 seconds or so. These are really light tics but my system does reveal them and they can be heard very softly in this period of track 4. Other than these the other issue is that there is 6 to 8 very light tics in the intro to track 5. These are again not loud tics but can be heard softly for around 6 to 8 turns. Overall the album plays well with nice clarity but does have the two periods of light tics(track 4 is more prolonged) and so is graded below EX at VG+.

The textured sleeve is in near mint condition. It has only the slightest possible amount of rubbing to the edges and corners with the writing along the spine all clearly legible. The spine and all edges are square and straight and there is no pen marks, tears or scuffs anywhere. Overall the sleeve is superb with no serious issues at all and also little to no creasing or ring marks. 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 includes its original picture inner which is in very good+ condition. This has no tears, splits or pen marks and little to no wear or creasing. It does have 'age spots' and grubbiness/staining to each side however. I have photographed the rear of it which shows the problem most obviously. I will send the record in a brand new plain white replacement 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.