THE CURE PORNOGRAPHY FULLY TESTED FICTION FIXD 7 A 3 B 3 1st PRESS

Sold Date: May 21, 2023
Start Date: May 11, 2023
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I PLAY ALL MY RECORDS IN THEIR ENTIRETY AND DO NOT GUESS AS TO HOW THEY SOUND.

THE CURE
PORNOGRAPHY
FICTION RECORDS

Cat. No. FIX 7
Matrix Side 1. FIXD 7 A//3
Matrix Side 2. FIXD 7 B//3
Released November 1982

White inner sleeve.

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 great condition.
The opening has no feathering, top and bottom seams as new and the spine
is straight and true with clear and undamaged print.

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 only the faintest of a
non feelable non sounding hairline. At first glance you would think they were brand new such is the stunning visual quality.

Play grading

The intro on "One Hundred Years" plays with incredible clarity, there is no static, and then plays 'as new'.
The start of "Short Term Effect" again has no background and then plays with outstanding clarity for the remainder.
Another Near Mint track. The run-in and run-out are silent. Soundless.
"The Hanging Garden" proves 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.
"Siamese Twins" finishes side 1 and plays to perfection.
There is no background static and again the clarity cannot be faulted. Near Mint. Again silent run-in and run-out

The intro on "The Figurehead" 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 Strange Day" is faultless. It just plays beautifully from start to finish with no intrusion. Again silent run-in and run-out.
"Cold" plays with not only silently but also silent run-ins & run-outs.
"Pornography" finishes side 2 and plays to perfection.
There is no background static and again the clarity cannot be faulted. Near Mint. Again silent run-in and run-out

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 and this may be one of the best of the bunch!

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.

 

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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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