THE CURE SEVENTEEN SECONDS FICTION RECORDS FULLY PLAY TESTED

Sold Date: April 23, 2023
Start Date: April 13, 2023
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I PLAY ALL MY RECORDS IN THEIR ENTIRETY AND DO NOT GUESS AS TO HOW THEY SOUND.

THE CURE
SEVENTEEN SECONDS

FICTION RECORDS
Cat. No. FIXD 4
Matrix / Runout (A-side stamped): FIX 4 A//2
Matrix / Runout (B-side stamped): FIX 4 B//3
Released 18 April 1980

THE RECORD PLAYS AS NEAR MINT

This pressing plays with superb audio across both sides and has been so well preserved down the years.
It can only have been played sparingly which is how it has retained its original sonic quality.
It is easily one of the finest examples I have heard and seen. The vinyl is visually stunning, it just could not look
any better, and the previous owner clearly handled them with extreme care.

The same applies to the cover which is also in fantastic condition with no obvious wear.
It truly is a fantastic example. No creases,marks or writing on it

The opening has no feathering, top and bottom seams as new and the spine is straight and true
with clear and undamaged print.
The insert is in equally fine condition.
Original die cut inner white sleeve.

The audio on Side 1 is Near Mint
The audio on Side 2 is Near Mint
The labels are Near Mint (see photos for close ups).

Visual grading

The vinyl is in beautiful condition and has an immaculate jet-black glossy sheen with no marks or scratches.
At first glance you would think they were brand new such is the stunning visual quality. The run out grooves are
unmarked and the labels are also super clean with no marking and NO spindle marks showing how little usage
this LP has had.

Play grading

The intro on "A Reflection" plays " with incredible clarity, silent run in and run out
The start of "Play for Today" has no background and then plays with outstanding clarity
for the remainder. The run-in and run-out are silent. Soundless.
"Secrets" provides more evidence of a vinyl that has been so well preserved.
This is a quiet track and yet there is not even a single dust tick let alone anything worse!
This is audio of the highest calibre and Near Mint is easily deserved. The run-in and run-out are silent.

"In Your House" and "Three" finishs side 1 and play to perfection. There is no background static and again the clarity
cannot be faulted. Near Mint. Again silent run-in and run-out

The start of " The Final Sound" has no background and the opening vocal is so clean. From then it plays beautifully
with a clarity of sound that is STUNNING! As per all the other tracks the sonic quality is so impressive and
if anyone told you this side had never been been played before you would believe them!
The intro on "A Forest" is faultless. It just plays beautifully from start to finish with no intrusion. Again silent run-in and run-out.
"M" Another outstanding track plays completely silently in. through and out.
"At Night" and "Seventeen seconds" finish side 2 and play with not only silently but also silent run-ins & run-outs.

As always I have played every track in full. I cannot emphasise enough just how strong and clear the audio is, the playback is stunning.
As stated in my introduction the previous owner really knew how to look after his LPs.

Please see my other items.

If you have bought from me before you will appreciate the quality of my items

and these will be similar.

 

And of course there is my NO QUIBBLE MONEY BACK GUARANTEE IF YOU ARE NOT COMPLETELY SATISFIED

GRADING NOTES - POSTAL RATES. Records:- strict Record Collector gradings.
NEAR MINT ~ visual inspection has revealed that the record plays noiselessly. If there are any surface marks these will be noted in the listing.  EXCELLENT ~ The record shows some signs of being played but there is very little lessening of the sound quality. There may be some light crackle but NO major problems like LOUD clicks. Occasional soft tics are acceptable. The cover and packaging might have slight 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 and the occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items without any major defects is acceptable Sleeves:- as per photos. UK - £4.99 Royal Mail Signed for.
. Multiple items will cost more. Please ask. EUROPE £13.99 International signed thereafter £1.50 up to a maximum of 5 LPs per parcel.If the item or combination of items sells for more than £80 then  the EXTRA cost on top of the postal charge is £2.50 This is to protect your valued purchase. ROW £19.99 International signed for thereafter £3.00 up to a maximum of 5 LPs per parcel.If the item or combination of items sells for more than £80 then the EXTRA cost on top of the postal charge is £2.50, This is to protect your valued purchase. USA £22.99 International sigtned Thereafter £3.00 up to a maximum of 5 LPs per parcel.If the item or combination of items sells for more than £80 then the EXTRA cost on top of the postal charge is £2.50, This is to protect your valued purchase. Goods will be dispatched within 2 days and often the same day. We accept no responsibility for goods delayed due to the services of Royal Mail or Parcelforce. .


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