From Genesis To Revelation 1st UK Decca UNBOXED Stereo NM archive copy ? LISTEN

$

406

Up for sale is an absolutely gorgeous final upgrade copy Genesis’ debut album on the unboxed Decca label. As most will know, this record is very scarce, especially in this kind of condition. I have seen in multiple reliable places that there were only 650 or so of these pressed before the label switch to the "boxed" Decca label. I have provided you with the full audio below to check out this exact copy of this record for yourself. Apart from a few spots of very light background, this plays as clean as any copy I have heard. There were no pops, clicks or anything else of the sort. And best of all, there is no groove wear distortion from play on bad equipment. Fantastic, killer playback. The set is complete with the correct company inner sleeve and lyric insert.

VISUAL GRADE

Vinyl: Strongest VG++/NM There are just a few of the lightest wispy sleeve removal marks on side 2 that I can only see if angled in the right light. There are absolutely no deep marks or scratches, full gloss remains, just a beautiful example. The cleanest copy I have laid eyes on. It really doesn’t get better than this.

Labels: Strongest VG++/NM The labels have not even a hint of spindle marks and are otherwise super clean. Remarkable to say the least and makes it appear as if this record was either never played, or carefully placed on the turntable a minimum of times up to this point it its 50+ year existence.

Jacket: VG++ The original front laminated jacket (with the proper hole at the back to indicate mono or stereo) is also a fantastic example - extremely well preserved. There is slight ring wear evident, minor laminate lifting at the spine, a rear side bottom left crease and very minor "waviness" at the mouth most evident when looking at the front side top. The lyric insert is solid VG++ as well with a tiny bit of foxing and bottom right corner "waviness". The original Decca company inner sleeve is also present and grades at VG+ with some light creasing and moderate foxing. Please look at all pictures to make your own judgement as well.

PLAY GRADE (cleaned on a VPI 16.5 and played on my system: Rega RP6 - Dynavector 20x2 - LFD LE Phono Stage - LFD LE mkIII integrated - captured on a Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Audio Interface)

NM There’s really no other way to put it except to say that this copy plays about as clean as I can imagine it being. Even most of the quietest musical moments play with a minimum of surface noise and as noted previously, no clicks, pops or any other distracting issues. Well preserved UK Decca vinyl of this vintage was very high quality and can play superbly. This copy is no exception. I suggest **listening to the audio** all the way through if you are serious about bidding on this record, to form your own opinion.

FULL MATRIX INFORMATION

Side 1: ZAL-8839 P-1W

Side 2: ZAL-8840 P-2W

WHY YOU SHOULD BID ON MY RECORDS WITH CONFIDENCE

I have been buying, selling and trading records for years, here in Los Angeles. We have tons of amazing stores and shows to peruse which has led me to dub the city the unofficial vinyl capital of the world. I have also been selling collectible records on the Steve Hoffman Forums steadily for several years. At last count, I had sold over 500 records to very satisfied (and VERY picky) collectors. I am also a collector myself and I am very fussy about condition and making sure I have the best pressing of my favorite music. In other words, you and I are probably alike and have the same standards. 

Unlike other hyped up record sellers on eBay, I don’t write a huge essay about the record’s musical content. If you are looking at one of my for-sale ads, chances are you already love the music and you certainly don’t need me to sell you on its merits. You’re just looking for the best pressing in collectible condition.

GRADING SYSTEM

As previously stated, I am a very picky collector myself and I have been dealing with inexperienced dealers on eBay and Discogs for years. I hold myself to strict standards when grading and would rather have you feel that I under graded rather than the other way around. I use the following grades, falling in line with the Goldmine system:

NM / Near Mint - to me NM means perfection. No defects whatsoever. Will play with virtually no surface noise.

VG++ means pretty much perfect in my opinion. A few lite wisps are acceptable to receive this grade but not much else. Should play beautifully

VG+ respectable solid condition. Lite hairlines and a couple of marks are acceptable. Playback will have some surface noise in quiet sections.

VG decent amount of hairlines and marks. Some may be deep and cause repeating clicks. Noise will sometimes overpower the music.

G fogettaboutit!

My grading skill comes from tons of experience, taking into account all aspects of the record including its play grade which is above all else, the most important thing. It doesn’t matter how a record looks if it plays poorly. With that in mind:

LISTEN TO THE MUSIC

Check out the two links below. They are the record in its ENTIRETY for you to check the play grade. There is no better way to know if you want to bid than to listen to the exact record you will have in your collection. I suppose this goes without saying but listening with good headphones or through your own speaker system is highly recommended.

CLEANING

As previously mentioned, all records have been properly cleaned on my VPI 16.5 vacuum record machine using MoFi fluids. Once cleaned, they are re-sleeved in a high quality poly-lined inner sleeve and separated from the record jacket to prevent seam splits during travel.

SHIPPING

All records will be shipped in a BRAND NEW proper LP mailer with 2 cardboard pads and a layer of bubble wrap to prevent bends and corner damage. Shipping cost domestically for this valuable piece is $15 via USPS priority mail, fully insured. I am also making this available to select other countries via Priority Mail Express International at a cost of $60. I won’t ship it via any other method so kindly don’t ask and please keep this in mind when bidding. It’s the only way to make sure that a record this valuable is traceable once it leaves the USPS system. Thanks for understanding. I will combine shipping for additional records from other auctions.

SATISFACTION GUARANTEE

My records are 100% guaranteed. If you don’t feel satisfied, you are always welcome to ship the record back to me for a refund. 

Please feel free to ask any questions you may have. 

AUDIO

Please have a listen to the audio. These two embedded items below are Side 1 and Side 2 in their entirety (and in that order).