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THE BEATLES For Sale LP Vinyl Album RECORD ONLY MONO RARE UK 1st press

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Vinyl EX (visually VG+) , Sleeve N/A

 

1st press MONO , Yellow Text , "The Parlophone Co Ltd." around the rim KT tax code side 1 & "Sold In The U.K ......" text.

 

Don't miss this opportunity to own one of the finest 1964 CLASSIC POP BEATLES Albums of all time.

 

Beatles for Sale is the fourth studio album by English rock band the Beatles, released on 4 December 1964 and produced by George Martin for Parlophone. The album marked a minor turning point in the evolution of the Lennon-McCartney partnership, John Lennon particularly now showing interest in composing songs of a more autobiographical nature. "I'm a Loser" shows Lennon for the first time coming under the influence of Bob Dylan,] whom he met in New York while on tour, on 28 August 1964.

Beatles for Sale did not produce a single for the UK , the non-album tracks "I Feel Fine" and "She's a Woman" performed that role. Nevertheless, that coupling was followed up in the United States by "Eight Days a Week", which became their seventh number one in March 1965.

This was the first Beatles album to feature a gatefold cover (the next would be Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, in 1967). The photo inside the gatefold cover showed The Beatles standing in front of a montage of photos, which some have assumed was the source of inspiration for the cover of Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, though there is no evidence for this.

 

"No Reply"

"I'm a Loser"

"Baby's in Black"

"Rock and Roll Music"

"I'll Follow the Sun"

"Mr. Moonlight"

"Kansas City/Hey-Hey-Hey-Hey!"

 

"Eight Days a Week"

"Words of Love"

"Honey Don't"

"Every Little Thing"

"I Don't Want to Spoil the Party"

"What You're Doing"

"Everybody's Trying to Be My Baby" (Perkins)

 

The VINYL is in EX condition. (visually VG side 1 , the LP plays EX despite visible surface marks on side 1)

 

The LAMINATED GATEFOLD SLEEVE 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 1240

 

Matrix Numbers - XEX 503-4N / XEX 504-4N

 

PARLOPHONE LABEL (1st press MONO , Yellow Text , "The Parlophone Co Ltd." around the rim KT tax code side 1 & "Sold In The U.K ......" text.)

 

ANY OTHER QUESTIONS , PLEASE ASK ME , YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED

 

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.

 

For multiple purchases , PLEASE WAIT for me to send you a combined postage invoice at the end of the auction day BEFORE making payment otherwise you will end up paying me more postage than is required as postage discounts have to be manually applied.

 

LEAVING FEEDBACK and UNDERSTANDING DSR SCORES:

 

I always strive to provide a 5-star service to my customers by stating my policies upfront, answering questions quickly, sending packages daily, and charging *realistic* safe shipping! In eBay's new feedback system, when you give 4 stars it may seem like a great score. For instance, a 4 in Shipping Time means "Quickly". Ebay, however, considers this a sub-par mark. Their standards require sellers to maintain 4.8 & above, or be penalized with higher fees and lower standing in search results. If you are satisfied with the transaction upon receipt of your item, please don't hesitate to respond with all 5 stars! If you are not pleased, simply contact me and I will work hard to make sure you achieve 100% satisfaction.

 

Payment Policies

I accept the following forms of payment: PayPal.

 

Shipping & Handling

I offer standard shipping methods to facilitate rapid processing of your order.

 

All international orders 20 UKP and above will automatically be sent 'international signed for' to ensure they reach you safely.

Conditions of Sale

Please note that I cannot hold items pending the outcome of future auctions.

 

Payment is required within 5 days of the end of each auction.

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