Vinyl / Cover / Play-grade     (NM / NM / NM)       

Label:   Elektra 5E - 518, US, 1980

Notes:  Very clean copy.  Includes custom innersleeve (some wrinkles) and printed photo on thick cardboard.  Notch cut upper right.

 

Item in photo is actual record for sale.  Return for full refund if not satisfied.

Vinyl cleaned using a Clearaudio Double Matrix Professional and AIV cleaning solutions Ships with new inner and outersleeves (original innersleeves and inserts will be included) Play tested to ensure no warps, groove damage, or excessive surface noise

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Packaging:
  
Records shipped in a new LP mailer with two cardboard packing inserts for maximal protection.  LPs and innersleeve shipped outside of cover/jacket to prevent seam splits (sealed records are shipped in sealed condition).  

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Shipping rates:

US:    USPS media mail $3.50   Free shipping for additional LPs (use CART checkout).  Please contact for Priority or  Expedited shipping options.

Canada:   USPS First Class Mail International:  $13.00 USD ($1.50 for each additional LP- up to 5 LPs or 4 lb max).   Shipping may be slightly higher for heavier items.

 

Worldwide:   USPS First Class Mail International:  $19.00 USD ($2.00 for each additional LP- up to 5 LPs or 4 lb max).  Shipping may be slightly higher for heavier items.

 

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Vinyl Grading:

NM            No visible signs of damage or wear that affect sound quality 

EX              Light paper scuffs or sleevewear with minimal effect on sound quality 

VG+           Some overall usage wear or scuffs but no audible scratches 

VG             Considerable  wear and scuffing with a few light scratches that may be audible

Good          Numerous signs of damage that may be audible, but still playable

 

Cover Grading:

NM            Minimal visible signs of damage or wear

EX              Slight corner or edge wear, minimal ringwear and spine damage

VG+           Corner wear, slightly visible ringwear, possible slight spine damage

VG             Clear ringwear, corner damage, creasing, seam splits, writing, tape

Good          Tears, water damage, major seam or spine splits

Play Grading:

NM            Very close to new- very light to no surface noise in quiet passages

EX              Occasional surface noise in quiet passages, none in louder passages, no audible scratches/scuffs

VG+           Some surface noise in quiet passages, occasional crackling in louder passages, possible slightly audible light scratches/scuffs/needle marks

VG             Surface noise in most quiet passages, noise detectable in louder passages, audible light scratches/scuffs

Good          Probably a hazard to your stylus- avoid