JOHN MAYALL BLUESBREAKERS BARE WIRES 1st UK PRES UNBOXED DECCA BLUES ROCK PSYCH

	£		68
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John Mayall "Bare Wires"

1st UK Pressing Cat No LK.4945 Unboxed Decca Labels 1968 ((Mono))

Earliest -1A -1A Matrix  Earliest "1"to"1" Mother Stampers Look J.T. Tax Code! 44 years old like this!

Stunning Audio Archive! (No) Distortion! Clear and Vibrant!

Another from my personal collection. 1st issue 1st UK pressing 1968 of John Mayall's Bare Wires lp. I decided to list this for its outstanding audio quality which for me the audio quality has always been my primary objective for collecting vinyl over the past 45 years or more. The vinyl was play tested and recorded at loud volume on a top system importantly using a dedicated mono cartridge. The audio is stunning clear and vibrant without distortion. There is isolated light static background ticks heard here and there only but no loud nasty constant clicks or pops. I would grade the audio at least excellent to excellent plus for the most part in my opinion. The original  laminated front only 1st issue gatefold Robert Stace printed cover is in nice condition In general still in nice condition for its age. Full description below.

Listen to the complete album in the player below. Actual recording from the vinyl. 

 
Bare Wires is a studio album by John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, featuring Mick Taylor on guitar, released in 1968 on Decca Records. The album was the last John Mayall studio album to feature the name "Bluesbreakers".

The previous Bluesbreakers album Crusade saw guitarist Peter Green, who left to form Fleetwood Mac, being replaced by Mick Taylor. This album, "Bare Wires", saw bassist Andy Fraser, who would later join Free, being replaced by Tony Reeves, while drummer Keef Hartley was replaced by Jon Hiseman.

Songs The songs "No Reply" and "She's Too Young" were released as a single by Decca. The album's a-side was a medley called "Bare Wire/Suite" which featured the individual songs "Bare Wire", "Where Did I Belong", "Start Walking", "Open A New Door", "Fire", "I Know Now", and "Look In The Mirror".

The individual track times shown below are those printed on the original vinyl release.

Side one
1. "Bare Wires Suite" (Medley)
a. "Bare Wires" (1:25)
b. "Where Did I Belong" (3:05)
c. "Start Walking" (2:20)
d. "Open A New Door" (3:00)
e. "Fire" (3:45)
f. "I Know Now" (5:35)
g. "Look In The Mirror" (2:51)"

Side two

1. "I'm a Stranger" 5:14
2. "No Reply" (Mayall, Mick Taylor) 3:09
3. "Hartley Quits" (Taylor) 2:55
4. "Killing Time" 4:48
5. "She's Too Young" 2:22
6. "Sandy"

The Matrix
Side 1. "ARL-8340-1A"
Side 2. "ARL-8341-1A"

The Mother Stampers

Side 1. "1 " "D" (Look Earliest "1"to "1" Mother Stampers)

Side 2. "1" "H" (Look Earliest "1"to "1" Mother Stampers)

 
The Vinyl
This vinyl is the original thicker and heavier type for robust than later reissues with deeper grooves. This is free of any warping. On initial inspection of the playing surface looks superb and lays perfectly flat on the turntable. In strong light I can see some surface marks/scratches, Importantly  nothing too deep that would cause any loud constant clicks or pops during the audio.! Any other marks that there could possibly be would be light whispy sleeve removal only.

 The Audio Quality
I have played this vinyl four  times prior to listing, at very loud volume on a top system, importantly using a dedicated mono cartridge.,  This vinyl plays through cristal clear and very vibrant without any signs of distortion! The audio is absolutely beautiful, crystal clear and very vibrant with that deep bassey feel , only found like this on these earliest originals! I heard (no) constant loud clicks or pops and amazingly no real surface or background static during the audio and importantly no distortion or signs that this has been overplayed at all! There are Certainly no skips or jumps! Even in between tracks this is lovely, quite unbelievable to find like this after all these years!

I heard the odd isolated light static type ticks in some quiet places to mention or the odd light click hear and there but nothing that spoilt the overall awesome audio experience in my opinion.  I would grade the audio at least excellent to excellent plus for the most part in my opinion!

hear for your self in the player above, actual recording from the vinyl!
 
Please note! I always add this disclaimer! I have given my honest opinion when describing the audio quality of this album and those who know the listings and vinyls that i sell my prime interest is the audio quality! Please allow for the odd isolated static/ticks/light click but nothing consistent  through out the audio! This is a genuine (not) reissue vinyl that is 44 years old and would have been played on a system that is 44 years old!

Please note, this album has been stored in a case laying dormant for at least 45 years or more. A build up of dirt and dust in the grooves causes static\ crackle. A constant clean before each play is recommended. This will reduce any static and will enhance the audio quality. Points to note, I notice debrit on the playing surface after play so this will need cleaning before each play which will further enhance this audio quality.
 
 
The Labels
This is the original grooved Unboxed DECCA labels!  Just very minimal amount of spidering can be seen angled to the light but there is little if no spindle wear the hole is perfectly round. This features the J.T. tax code very rare to find this early   ''MADE IN GREAT BRITAIN''.! (UK PRESS ONLY)!
 
 

THE RECORD SLEEVE
This is the original Decca ,poly lined record sleeve. Becoming fragile at the edges light creasing/staining with age only.  Nice and bright condition.  Please note, THIS IS THE ORIGINAL! The vinyl is always stored separately from the vinyl for protection. This is how I always store my records.
 
THE COVER
The original   1st UK PRESS  laminated Robert Stace  flipback cover. This cover in  nature is very flimsy and is very difficult to find in good condition especially after 44 years. There are no real creases to mention on the front . Some creases are seen at the rear top right and bottom middle. There is also some laminate lift but nothing too bad in my opinion. There are no splits or tears the cover is strong and straight and the laminate has a nice glossy sheen. All text is readable.  I would grade this cover at excellent in my opinion.
 
 
 

HOW I SEND MY RECORDS!

THIS ALBUM WILL BE SENT IN A LARGE BOX WITH CARDBOARD STIFFENERS THE ALBUM IS ALWAYS PUT IS A POLY SLEEVE AND ENCASED IN THE BOX WITH PLENTY OF BUBBLEWRAP FOR ADDED PROTECTION (SEE PHOTOS)

As always I have tried to give my honest personal opinion when describing items listed! Although it is my honest opinion! I always urge others to do their own personal research on any items that they are interested in purchasing, before, they commit to bidding!) I have Highlighted all aspects as clearly as possible!! I have taken time to play this vinyl track for track to give a clear and accurate description of the audio quality as i hear it. (please look at my completed listings of albums that I have sold of this calaber (more than 1000 items) and you will see that I normally get it right) I have also provided as many photos as I can and supersized so that all aspects can be seen clearly in strong light!!!!!Please note! These photos are the actual item for sale and not copies of other items!!!!!!!

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