Sold Date:
April 13, 2014
Start Date:
April 3, 2014
Final Price:
£22.00
(GBP)
Bid Count:
7
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THE BEATLES A Hard Day's Night LP Vinyl RECORD ONLY RARE UK 1st Press MONO
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Vinyl EX (Visually VG+) , Sleeve N/A
Don't miss this opportunity to own one of the finest 1964 CLASSIC BEATLES Albums of all time.
1st press MONO , Yellow Text , "The Parlophone Co Ltd." around the rim KT tax code side 1 & "Sold In The U.K ......" text.
A Hard Day's Night is the third studio album by British rock group the Beatles, released on 10 July 1964, with side one containing songs from the soundtrack to their film A Hard Day's Night. The American version of the album was released two weeks earlier, on 26 June 1964 by United Artists Records, with a different track listing. This is the first Beatles album to be recorded entirely on four-track tape, allowing for good stereo mixes.
While showcasing the development of the band's songwriting talents, the album sticks to the basic rock and roll instrumentation and song format.[citation needed] The album contains some of their most famous songs, including the title track, with its distinct, instantly recognisable opening chord, and the previously released "Can't Buy Me Love"; both were transatlantic number-one singles for the band.
"A Hard Day's Night"
"I Should Have Known Better"
"If I Fell"
"I'm Happy Just to Dance with You"
"And I Love Her"
"Tell Me Why"
"Can't Buy Me Love"
"Any Time at All"
"I'll Cry Instead"
"Things We Said Today"
"When I Get Home"
"You Can't Do That"
"I'll Be Back"
The VINYL is in EX condition (Plays EX , Visually VG+)
The LAMINATED FLIPBACK SLEEVE (Garrod & Lofthouse) is provided but is not graded as someone has cut the top right corner away so the sleeve comes FREE and is not to be considered part of the auction. (see photos)
Catalogue Number - PMC 1230
Matrix Numbers - XEX 481-3N / XEX 482-3N
PARLOPHONE LABEL (Yellow Text , "The Parlophone Co Ltd." around the rim KT tax code side 1)
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All records are professionally cleaned using a MOTH cleaning system prior to despatch. Not only does this wet clean/vacuuming process remove surface marks such as fingerprints, etc, it also significantly reduces background noise and many argue that the lower noise floor results in opening up of the sound and improved fidelity.
A word about hairline marks. It is almost impossible to find any non-sealed record without any hairline marks - many had them from new, particularly if sold with cardboard inner sleeves. They are a result of storage and use and have little impact on sound quality.
I package my records in the strongest purpose made mailers for maximum safety.
All records are removed from their picture sleeves where appropriate and posted in a separate plain white inner to avoid damage during transit.
The following is the scale I use to grade my records and is to be used in conjunction with the "Hi Res" photos contained in each listing , please buy with confidence.
MINT:
The record itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks
or deterioration in sound quality.
The cover and any extra items are in perfect condition.
Records advertised as sealed or un-played should be mint.
EXCELLENT:
The record shows some signs of having been played,
but there is very little lessening in sound quality.
The vinyl may have some hairline surface scuffs which will be only slightly visible.
The cover and packaging might have minor 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,
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 suffers from folding, spine splits, discoloration, etc.
POSTAGE and DISCOUNTS:
UK Orders - Please add 1.25 UKP for each additional LP purchased (doubles count as 2)
International Orders - Please add 2.5 UKP for each additional LP purchased (doubles count as 2). I prefer to send International orders 'international signed for' to ensure that all orders arrive at their destination safely.
THE MORE YOU BUY , THE MORE YOU SAVE
"European" Example of Postage Discount (Standard Untracked Delivery all prices quoted in UKP) -
1 LP's Won = 6.95 (Shipping per LP = 6.95)
2 LP's Won = Only 9.45 (Shipping per LP = 4.73)
3 LP's Won = Only 11.95 (Shipping per LP = 3.98)
4 LP's Won = Only 14.45 (Shipping per LP = 3.61)
5 LP's Won = Only 16.95 (Shipping per LP = 3.39)
For all International Tracked postage please add 5 UKP (Orders over 20 UKP will be sent only via International Tracked post)
This calculation does not apply to orders over 2kg in weight (5 lp's is usually just under 2kg). Orders over 2kg in weight may have to be split into 2 or more packages to ensure shipping is as cost effective as possible.
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Shipping & Handling
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