Title: Beginnings
Artist: Allman Brothers Band Year: 1973 Label:  Atco  *early pressing with 1841 Broadway, NY address  Catalog #: SD 2-805  stereo  *2 record set Track Listing: see photos  Vinyl Grade:  NM / EX  play grade  *the EX part of grade is for the nice shiny gloss on both records, and that there were only a few light superficial spindle marks, that did not affect the quality of play; Excellent copy and the NM part of grade is for how well both pieces of vinyl played; condition of labels are as seen in photos Cover Grade: VG+  *gatefold jacket with light ring and seam wear, partially split at bottom; small narrow 'mirror' blem stains inside  Notes: Atco Records inner sleeves included with all seams intact Info: Beginnings was originally put together by Atco as a double LP to encourage new fans who'd missed them to buy the group's first two albums,  The Allman Brothers Band and Idlewild South. (AllMusic)                                                                                GRADING STANDARDS: 

Mint (M): A Mint record and cover must both appear to be absolutely perfect in every way. For this reason the grade is seldom used, even with sealed albums where the record itself can only be assumed to be mint.
Near Mint (NM): Otherwise Mint, a nearly perfect record or jacket will have only one or two minor flaws. Any visual mark on the record will be play-graded to confirm it does not affect the quality of play. Any specific flaws in either the record or jacket will be noted in the item description.
Excellent (EX) or (VG++): Still very close to being nearly perfect, an excellent record or jacket will have a minimum of audible or visual imperfections. Any visual mark on the record will be play-graded to confirm whether it affects the quality of play, and any noise disturbance will be noted in the item description.  Covers will show only minor signs of wear or age, with any blem also being noted in the item details.
Very Good Plus (VG+): The vinyl is considered a good playable copy that may display more signs of wear than a VG++ grade, but one's overall listening experience will still be positive. Jackets may also display more signs of wear or aging, with any specific flaws in either the record or jacket being noted in the item description.
Very Good (VG): Many of the defects seen in a VG+ record or jacket will be more pronounced on a VG album. The vinyl displays more visual blems, and even though surface noise is evident during play, it will still not overpower the music. Jackets will also have more numerous visual blems. All flaws will be noted in the item description. 
Good (G): A record in good condition can be put onto a turntable and will play through without any repeating "skips", although it will have more severe audible surface noise and scratches than a VG record. Jackets will also have even more pronounced defects than a VG cover. This grade is usually reserved for impossibly rare records that are otherwise unattainable.

                                                                             PACKAGING & SHIPPING:

All records are sleeved in a new paper sleeve, removed from jacket to prevent any seam splitting, and then shipped inside a poly album sleeve.  Shipping discounts are available when buying more than one item. Calculated shipping rules have been set up that that automatically combine multiple purchases into one shipment. You can also purchase multiple items and request an invoice with a combined items shipping charge. All international orders shipped via USPS First Class International mail are automatically covered by ShipSaver Insurance. You will receive an insurance confirmation email at time of shipment. If you receive a damaged item, please keep the item and package as originally received, and contact me immediately. Import duties, taxes and charges are the buyer's responsibility and are not included in the item price or shipping charges. Merchandise will not be marked as a "gift".                                                                                      MISCELLANEOUS: All pictures are actual images of the item for sale. Michigan residents will be charged 6% state sales tax on their purchase, including shipping & handling charges.  In the case of sealed record albums, I can only assume that the vinyl is in Mint condition.  If you purchase a sealed record & want to ensure it is indeed new & unplayed  prior to shipping,  let me know and I will be glad to open and inspect the disc.                                                                                                                                                         Thank you for visiting dBeat Records !
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