ROLLING STONES Beggars Banquet UK RARE 1st 1K/1K STEREO Decca LP
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ROLLING STONES BEGGARS BANQUET
Issue : UK STEREO 1st PRESS Label : DECCA Catalogue No : SKL 4955
Matrix : XZAL 8476-1K / 8477-1K
This UK 1st press is on the earliest unboxed blue and silver Decca label. It is complete with the original heavy vinyl, the earliest 1K/1K matrix and rare earliest ‘patents pending' laminated gatefold Garrod & Lofthouse sleeve. Released in 1968, the album features Sympathy for the Devil, No Expectations, Parachute Woman, Street Fighting Man and Salt of the Earth.
The vinyl is in Very Good condition. It has a sensational high gloss, there are however a few marks on both sides, but none are heavy and none have a significant effect on play. The unboxed blue and silver label is exceptionally bold and completely clean. The text is is sharp and there is only the very slightest spindle wear. It is complete with the original Decca company sleeve.
The sound quality is Very Good. The vinyl lies completely flat on the turntable and the sound is exceptionally rich and clear. There is light background noise, particularly in the quiet moments, but this rare earliest press still plays through extremely well and can enjoyed from start to finish.
The laminated gatefold Garrod & Lofthouse sleeve is in Very Good+ condition. The laminate has the most sensational mirrored shine. The cream is bright, the text is sharp and the gold border is solid. There is light wear to the corners and spine. The inside of the gatefold is perfect, completely unworn. The whole sleeve is still very solid and the spine is firm.
525 (GS 6.6.5 (525))
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