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Issue : UK 1st PRESS     Label : FICTION RECORDS

Catalogue No : SPELP 26      Matrix : SPELP 26 A//2 - B//1

This is the UK 1st press is on the Fiction Records label. Previously released in the US, this is the 1st UK pressed issue. It is complete with the earliest SPELP 26 A2// B1 matrix, the original plain inner sleeve and the original shrink-wrap sleeve. 

The vinyl is in Excellent condition. Every side has the most sensational mirrored gloss, every track gleams. There are a couple of wispy marks but these are insignificant, the vinyl is still superb. The original Fiction labels are exceptionally bright and completely clean. The colour is solid and unworn, the text is sharp and there is only the very slightest spindle wear.

The sound quality is Excellent. The vinyl lies completely flat on the turntable and from the moment it begins it is exceptionally rich and vibrant. Superb clarity and separation, the original warm complete sound. 

The shrinkwrap sleeve is in Excellent condition. It is exceptionally bright and the colours are as new. The edges are firm with just a little very light wear to the opening edge. The shrink-wrap is still sealed at 3 edges. The whole sleeve is solid and the spine is firm with sharp text.

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