RUSH - Vapor Trails - RARE ORIGINAL US VINYL LP - Free Shipping

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May 4, 2014 Sold Date

Apr 28, 2014 Start Date

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Thanks for looking at my listing, which is for a very hard to find, original pressing of Rush's 2002 album "Vapor Trails" on vinyl. This tour was the first time I was able to see them live, and I will never forget that show and how good they sounded for a band that had been together for 30 years. This is the original US pressing on Anthem/Atlantic, a 2 LP set with an insert (Catalog 83531-1). The band apparently does not like the mix on this album and recently released the "Vapor Trails Remixed" album to replace it. It is likely that this version will never be repressed and continue to rise in value and rarity.
You can see a full tracklisting here:

Track listing[edit]

All lyrics written by Neil Peart, all music composed by Alex Lifeson and Geddy Lee.

No. Title Length 1. "One Little Victory" 5:08 2. "Ceiling Unlimited" 5:28 3. "Ghost Rider" 5:41 4. "Peaceable Kingdom" 5:23 5. "The Stars Look Down" 4:28 6. "How It Is" 4:05 7. "Vapor Trail" 4:57 8. "Secret Touch" 6:34 9. "Earthshine" 5:38 10. "Sweet Miracle" 3:40 11. "Nocturne" 4:49 12. "Freeze (Part IV of 'Fear')" 6:21 13. "Out of the Cradle"
CONDITION:

Vinyl - NM (visually, both discs look new, but there are slight pressing flaws on disc two)

Jacket - VG+ to VG++

The jacket has only light wear on both sides, but has some minor creases (about 6-7 less than 1/2") around the spines and a tiny ding in one corner. No seam splits. Comes with original insert in near mint condition and original plain white inner sleeves.
I have cleaned both discs on a VPI 16.5 and placed them in new, poly inner sleeves. Both discs grade NM visually and look like new, but sides 3 and 4 have slight pressing flaws from the factory that did not affect playback for me. Both records played beautifully and sound amazing. I may have heard one pop or crackle over all four sides. It was really that good. And while the pressing flaws are visible, I only heard a light "whoop" sound, during the silence between one track for a second and then the next song started and you couldn't hear it again. Not only is this an excellent record, but it sounds great, too. I don't know why the band was unhappy with it. Yes, you could pay a lot more for a sealed one or wait for one in the shrinkwrap, but this is a great copy to have and it will only continue to grow in value.
**The item you see in the pictures is the exact item for sale**

Please see my other listings for more records and other music related items.

SHIPPING INFO:
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$10 to Canada

$15 to the Rest of the World

Every LP I sell (unless sealed) is vacuumed on a VPI professional record vacuum, and the LP is placed in a new, poly-lined inner sleeve (all original inner sleeves remain with LP). The jacket is placed in a brand new, poly outer sleeve.

I take great care to package LPs. I use thick cardboard mailers designed for mailing records, with adequate filler pads to keep them from shifting around. However, I cannot be responsible for items lost or damaged in the mail. I can insure your purchase in the US for an additional charge. I can also insure the LP shipping to outside of the US, but I will have to declare the insurance value on the customs form, which might result in a duty when you receive the item depending on the insured value. All international items sent without insurance will be marked "Gift" with a value of $5-10.

PAYMENT INFO:

PAYPAL ONLY PLEASE!

RECORD GRADING INFO:

Please keep in mind that all grading is subjective, and I have had many people compliment me that their LP was better than described. Your satisfaction is very important to me. If you see a minus (-) next to a grade, then feel safe knowing that it is just slightly off of that particular grade, but not enough to drop it further down the scale.

Still Sealed (SS)

A brand new, still sealed LP. Never played or opened. A record with this grade could have tiny, insignificant corner bumps or dings, and this will be disclosed in the listing.

Near Mint (NM)

This LP and jacket are like new, with barely any noticeable wear at all. An LP might have a couple of light surface marks on the disc that do not affect play. The jacket is either still in the shrinkwrap or outside, but close to perfect.

Very Good Plus Plus (VG++)

This LP and jacket have minor imperfections, but nothing too serious. There might be a few light creases around the spine (common for european and UK imports) or a small seam split. The corners might have light dings or dents, that could have been there since the LP left the factory (Not all brand new records are perfect). The jacket could have very minor ringwear on the front or back. The LP itself may have several light sleeve marks, which may cause some audible surface noise during playback, but they're very minor and don't affect enjoyment of the LP. The LP may have a slight warp, which does not affect playback.

Very Good Plus (VG+)

This LP and jacket are in slightly more worn condition. The LP has been played quite a few times, and might have several noticeable sleeve marks or light scratches. It has a fair amount of surface noise during playback, but is still enjoyable and has plenty of life left. The jacket has more noticeable ringwear, creases or corner dings and dents. This LP is fine for the average record buyer, but someone who has to have a perfect copy will want to wait for one in better shape.

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