Scorpions - Virgin Killer

Label:RCA Victor - PL 1-4225

Format:Vinyl, LP, Album, Gatefold

Country:France

Released:

Genre:Hard Rock, Heavy Metal

Matrix Side 1: PPL1 5225A MC1   MC
Matrix Side 2: PPL1 4225B MC1   MC

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 some faint spindle marks visible on the labels but there are no pen marks, scuffs, fading or staining anywhere. The centres show light wear but nothing excessive and are not loose or worn. Overall the labels are clean, bright and in tidy condition but with some signs of age.

As for the vinyl itself, both sides have a nice lustre and show nothing nasty or major. There is some light wispy lines showing in places however and some minor and general light handling marks/lines. These are all light and cannot be felt but can be seen lightly when angled or under bright light. Overall a used vintage lp with some signs of this but also nothing nasty or major evident.

I play tested the record and it plays tidily throughout with no major issues or serious levels of interference. It lays flat on the deck and upon playing there is little to no arm movement. The audio has no skips, sticks or annoying tics and was enjoyable throughout. It has some light surface noise in the run ins however and a small amount noticeable in parts of side 2. Side 1 plays closer to a solid grade of 'EX', whilst side 2 is similar, there is a little surface noise in some intros(track 4) and quieter parts. Overall an enjoyable listen throughout but with light amounts of surface noise in parts of side 2.

The gatefold sleeve is in very good condition. It is solid all round with no splits but does have signs of age and handling. There is rubbing and wear to all the edges and corners. The spine is legible in parts, but the catalogue number towards the top is not, due to a 'bite' or 'flap' showing in this area. Other than the edge wear there is also light creasing, some mild ring marks and some indentations/scratches in places. Overall a solid sleeve but one that has signs of age and handling. 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.r

It includes a plain white inner which is in very good+ condition. It has no splits or major issues but has some wear and signs of age/handling. The record will be sent in a brand new plain white inner to ensure the record remains clean and ready to play.

The record will then be packaged in between 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.

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