Sold Date: August 22, 2018
Start Date: August 12, 2018
Final Price: £18.88 (GBP)
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Hawkwind In Search of Space - First press UAG label Matrix: UAG 29202 A-1U /B-1U 
Original 1st press cover printed and made by the E.J Day Group

In Search of Space was Hawkwind’s second album, released in October 1971. The band started in 1970. The story goes that they gate-crashed a local talent night at the All Saints, Notting Hill, and, not really agreeing on a name they opted for “Group X”. In the audience that night was the legendary John Peel, and, on his recommendation, they were subsequently signed to Liberty Records. The innovative sleeve was designed by Barney Bubbles [Colin Fulcher). Folded, the die-cuts interlock at the front centre, the shapes forming an 'X', the initial character of the title, however when  opened out, the die-cut sleeve forms a bird shape with outstretched wings - like a hawk. The back cover has a blurred shot of ‘Stacia’ dancing on-stage, with text that encapsulates the band: "Technicians of Space Ship Earth, This is Your Captain Speaking, Your Captain is Dead" 

This was 1970s Acid rock at its best.

Sleeve: 8-page fly-out (thick un-laminated card) printed full-colour on front and black & white half-tone on reverse. All lines and edges are true, albeit light scuffs caused by age related handling. Some small creases and a small sticker tear on the top right hand front (see photos) although no rips, writing or tears graded VG+

Labels: Nice clean Beige UAG labels, no writing/marks etc., (see photos) EX 

Vinyl: Both sides retain a lovely outward sheen (see photos). Light wispy lines primarily caused by sleeve removal, couple of small surface scuffs, play graded EX  

Audio: Lovely sound, solid audio separation. No jumps, sticks or skips; light (non-offensive) pips end of T1 S1  graded EX

NO BOOKLET

£18.88 or best ‘reasonable’ offer.

I have tried to be honest and transparent in my description - the photographs form part of the description. Questions are welcome, don't hesitate to ask. I have good feedback (and positive comments) as both a buyer and seller, so you can buy with confidence. I am a collector the few records I sell are either the results of upgrades or duplicates or a bit of thinning every now and again. If anything is not as expected, please contact me straight away, and I will do everything to resolve any problems without argument. 

I strictly adhere to the Record Collector Magazine's Grading Guide using one + or - as an additional guide: 

MINT: The record itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks or deterioration in sound quality. The cover and any extra items such as the lyric sheet, booklet or poster are in perfect condition.  

EXCELLENT: The record shows some signs of having been played, but there is very little lessening in sound quality. The cover and packaging might have slight wear and / or creasing. 

VERY GOOD: The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable surface marks and the occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items, without any major defects, is acceptable. 

GOOD: The record has been played so much that the sound quality has noticeably deteriorated, perhaps with some distortion and mild scratches. The cover and contents suffer from folding, scuffing of edges, spine splits, discolouration, etc.