CAMEL S/T DEBUT RARE BLUE/BLACK MCA 1973 UK 1ST PRESS PROG ROCK VINYL LP

	£		115
	$		152

Description

Camel - Camel

Label:MCA Records - MUPS 473

Format:Vinyl, LP, Album

Country:UK
Released:1973
Genre:Rock, Prog

Matrix Side 1: 7-LNMG-275-2L
Matrix Side 2: 7-LNMG-276-1L

All records are graded to the Record Collector Guidelines, with extra information added as required when play tested. Also all photos above are of the exact record you will receive if purchased.

This record is in good+ condition. It has some spindle marks visible on the labels but there is not an excessive amount. There is also no pen marks, scuffs or any other major issues such as stains or fading and overall the labels are tidy enough with all text legible and no serious problems.

As for the vinyl itself both sides are clearly used and it is a record graded at G+ visually. There are marks, scuffs and light scratches on both sides. It still has a decent lustre and there is nothing that is really nasty or that can be felt but there is clear signs of use. So overall a vinyl that has no life threatening or major marks but has clear signs of use/neglect and is certainly not perfect visually.

I play tested the record and it played better than it looks but as you can imagine from a record graded G+ is not pristine. It lays flat on the deck and there is little to no movement in the arm upon playing. There is no skips or sticks on either side and overall no really loud or hugely disruptive tics. There was some interference in places however and I will do my best to outline this.

Firstly there is some light surface noise in the run ins on each side. Side 1 plays the better of the two sides with the occasional light tic in parts and some light surface noise in places but no major issues or stand out problems. The general audio clarity is nice in any parts with any volume and it is certainly not a noisy listen.

Side 2 is much the same but it has some light surface noise audible in the quieter intro/early stages of tracks 1 and 2. This is again not a loud crackle but faint surface noise audible. I also noted that once the long intro to track 1 end and as the song drops there is possibly a skip. I cannot see it skip on my system however and so I think it could actually just be the audio. Nevertheless I am mentioning it as a very discreet skip at the end of the intro on side 1.

Other than this there is some occasional splutters throughout and around 6-8 light tics about halfway through the side(again not loud or hugely disruptive but light and need to me mentioned). The remaining half of the side is pretty tidy, or similar to side 1.

So overall a G+ graded lp that has light marks, scuffing and signs of use. It plays pretty decent however with no really serious issues and can certainly still be enjoyed. I enjoyed the whole play test and didnt find any part of it bad to listen too. Saying this however it is certainly not a pristine or perfect audio experience so please bare this in mind.

The sleeve is in very good- condition. It has wear and grubbiness/staining all round but is still solid with no splits. The text on the spine is just about legible but there is wear and rubbing to all the edges and corners. There is no tears or pen marks but there is a few very small scuffs and slight sticker removal residue in the top right corner of the front. There is also a ring mark, some creasing and general mild grubbiness to the front.

The rear has more severe grubbiness/staining with there some light discolouring all over and the more stand out grey/black ring stains. There is also light creasing in places and general signs of age. Overall a solid sleeve but one that has its issues so please study the pictures provided to gain as much information as possible.

The record will be sent in a brand new plain white replacement inner. The inner that was in it when it came to me was a poly-lined blue/white one. This is tidy enough but I am unsure it if it the original or not.

The record will be packaged in cardboard stiffeners and bubble wrapped thoroughly when dispatched. It will also be sent in a brand new protective plastic sleeve, and within 24hrs of receiving payment to try to ensure a swift delivery.

I hope my photos are comprehensive enough but if you have any questions then don't hesitate to contact me. Also please check my eBay feedback for a positive history of record grading, A1 communication and quick delivery times.

All offers are considered and are more than welcome.

Many thanks for looking.

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