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The Beatles-Rubber Soul-1965 UK 1/1 Loud Cut 1st Press VINYL LP-Play Tested VG+
The Beatles- Rubber Soul - 1965 UK Loud Cut variant 1st Press Mono Vinyl LP, Garrod & Lofthouse front laminated flipback sleeve. (PMC 1267) KT Tax code side 1
Matrices - XEX 579 1 / XEX 580 1
Machine cleaned and play tested..
The record plays through very nicely with only the occasional bit of light background crackle on a few of the quieter passages. Visually just the usual light hairline marks/scuffs. The heavyweight Vinyl Still retains it's original glossy look. VG+
The front laminated sleeve is in Excellent condition for age. A couple of small foxing marks on the left side of the unlaminated reverse. Spine clear and readable. See all photos Ex-
I use the Record Collector Gradings system.
Please see all photos for clarification. Feel free to message for more photos if required.
This will also come with original white Emitex inner which is in VG++ condition. See photos.
I will Also add a new white paper inner and a new pvc protective outer sleeve for safe transportation.
Will combine shipping other fabs available
This will be packaged well in a custom 'Amazon style' mailer with additional cardboard protection
