The English Beat-“Special Beat Service” Vinyl LP VG+ IRS Records 1982 OG

Sold Date: September 16, 2023
Start Date: September 9, 2023
Final Price: $15.50 (USD)
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For sale is The English Beat's "Special Beat Service" vinyl LP, released in 1982 under the IRS Records label. This high-fidelity record features the musical talents of keyboard, electric guitar, bass guitar, saxophone, voice, drums, and trumpet, and is a must-have for fans of pop, alternative, soul, and reggae, ska & dub genres. This first edition LP comes in a black, cardboard sleeve and includes the original inner sleeve and cover.


The record grading is Very Good Plus (VG+), and the sleeve grading is Very Good (VG). The vinyl material is in great condition, and the inlay condition is Very Good (VG). The catalog number is SP70032, and the LP plays at a speed of 33 RPM in stereo. This LP is a collector's item for fans of The English Beat and 1980s music.


Vinyl: VG+ a few minor marks. Occasional surface noise and some pops and ticks that usually come with a used record.


LP jacket: VG to VG- some ring wear. Edges and corners have lots of wear. Rear spine is worn. Bottom left hand corner is slightly dented.


Inner sleeve is intact, but has some staining from some liquid I would assume.