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THE BEATLES - THE WHITE ABUM

Great Original UK TOP LOADING COMPLETE RARE 1st MONO PRESSING, with great AUDIO and UNIQUE NUMBERED COVER. This ULTRA RARE 1st pressing comes with the NO EMI credits on side 1 and 2.

It comes complete with;

- Original Lipstick poster

- Original Black inners

- Original Four photos of the individual members

- Ultra rare Original Photo Spacer

- Original Laminated Numbered Cover

- Original UK Vinyls

All originals, making this a true collectors item.

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LABEL PRESS DETAILS: 

This is the UK Pressing on the 1st Press DARK Green Apple Labels. With 'Mfd in the UK' text and the 'EMI Recording' text on the record labels. 

ALL VERY FIRST ISSUES OF THE WHITE ALBUM CAME WITH TOP OPENING, GARROD AND LOFTHOUSE GATEFOLD SLEEVES WITH  BLACK INNERS, POSTER AND FOUR COLOUR PRINTS. THE VINYL HAD DARK GREEN LABELS, WITH A SMALL CIRCLED "P" NEXT TO THE DATE (SEE PICTURES) 

MATRIX NOs. ON RUN-OUT GROOVE 

Side 2. - XEX 710 - 1 

Side 3. - XEX 711 - 1 

Side 4. - XEX 712 - 1 

MOTHER STAMPERS: 

Side 1. " 3        H    L  "  

Side 2. '' 3        H    H  '' 

Side 3. '' 6        G    A   G ''  

Side 4. '' 1        G    G   P  ''  

TRACK LISTING… 

SIDE 1: BACK IN THE U.S.S.R. / DEAR PRUDENCE / GLASS ONION / OB-LA-DI, OB-LA-DA / WILD HONEY PIE / THE CONTINUING STORY OF BUNGALOW BILL / WHILE MY GUITAR GENTLY WEEPS / HAPPINESS IS A WARM GUN 

SIDE 2: MARTHA MY DEAR / I’M SO TIRED / BLACKBIRD / PIGGIES / ROCKY RACOON / DON’T PASS ME BY / WHY DON’T WE DO IT IN THE ROAD / I WILL / JULIA 

SIDE 3: BIRTHDAY / YER BLUES / MOTHER NATURE’S SON / EVERYBODY’S GOT SOMETHING TO HIDE EXCEPT FOR ME AND MY MONKEY / SEXY SADIE / HELTER SKELTER / LONG LONG LONG 

SIDE 4: REVOLUTION 1 / HONEY PIE / SAVOY TRUFFLE / CRY BABY CRY / REVOLUTION 9 / GOOD NIGHT

THIS IS A COMPLETE GENUINE RARE UK ORIGINAL AND IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO BUY A COMPLETE EXAMPLE OF ONE OF THE MOST HIGHLY COLLECTIBLE and VALUABLE VINYL ALBUMS OF ALL TIME, IN GREAT CONDITION THROUGHOUT.

A Complete and UNIQUE pressing of this BEATLES masterpiece.

The Beatles, later known as the White Album, had over a quarter of a million advance orders, and of course went straight to number 1. This was the first double album EVER to get to the top slot where it stayed for 7 weeks in a row. It sold so many, that once again The Beatles also made the singles chart, consequently the ONLY double album to ever enter that chart. By the end of the year, just over a month later, the white album had sold over 4,000,000 copies worldwide, and by the end of 1970 global sales were around 6.5 million. At that time this was the biggest selling double album of all time.

The sleeve design was by Richard Hamilton, who suggested the minimalistic approach and the consecutively numbered sleeves which would give a limited edition feel to it. Richard also came up with the montage idea for the large free poster, which included the lyrics on it's rear. The four free colour prints were taken by John Kelly. Every single original pressing was unique, and came with a great collection of additional material. Also a ground breaking album, THE WHITE ALBUM is one of the great vinyl collectables of all time. 

ALBUM PLAYED FOR GRADING:

This original pressing of the White Album plays with some super clear, bright, loud sound. There is some lessening to the sound quality in a few places but on the whole this is a great listen, with clear MONO sound that can only be found on these rare 1st pressings. I will give a detailed account below:

Bursting in with 'Back in the USSR' this great track often plays with lots of loud static and at times with a jump, that came as a pressing fault on some early editions. Not here, just incredibly bright audio, some occasional light background static, and certainly not any jumps or faults. 'Dear Prudence', such a hard track for the White Album, nearly always prone to heavy wear being the first quiet track on the record, here sounds great. It is crisp and clear and plays with just a small amount of low-level static in the quiet parts, no pops or clicks, and not a hint of blurring or distortion. 

‘Glass Onion’ and ‘Ob-La-Di Ob-La-Da' both sound great, playing with juts a little background static. There are a few slight clicks near the stat of Glass Onion. 'Honey Pie' plays very clearly with still no loud pops, clicks, just a low level of background static between the tracks and over the quiet parts, leading into ‘The Continuing Story of Bungalow Bill' which plays just superbly. Still no pops or clicks or loud static, just clear sound. There is just a low level of light static between tracks. 

'My Guitar Gently Weeps’ plays very clearly, with no loud clicks during the music, no static, pops our clicks, it plays with beautiful clear, amazing sharp music. ‘Happiness is a Warm Gun' rounds off side 1. again with bright clear sound. There is no low level of light static at the start  this great track. There are no loud pops or clicks anywhere. Fantastic. 

Side 2. of the White Album virtually always starts off with heavy static. Here there is some static at the start of 'Martha My Dear’ and a little peak distortion in places during the chorus. ‘I’m So Tired' plays really well with with barely any background static and certainly no pops or clicks. Leading into 'Blackbird', of course one of the quietest tracks on the record. Here it plays with clear bright sound, no loud pops, but there is some light static and a little peak distortion. 'Piggies' sounds great, nice clear sound with no obvious tics and just a little static. 

'Rocky Racoon', another sparse track plays superbly, with great clear sound. There is some light occasional static only. Leading into 'Don't Pass Me By', which plays with superb quality. 'Why Don't We Do It in The Road' also plays great with no pops, no clicks, no repeating low level tics and minimal background static. 'I Will', always a major test for the White Album, being such a quiet and sparse track plays brilliantly. It sounds really clear, with no distortion and virtually NO background static. A great performance of 'Julia' rounds off side 2. This is such a tender, delicate track and here it plays really beautifully.  Here there is some faint background static, and a few quiet tics in the middle section and four light pops towards the end. 

Side 3. begins with the raucous 'Birthday', which sounds great, bright loud superb audio. There is not a single pop or click during the music, and no background static. Moving into the paired down 'Yer Blues' which also plays with barely any occasional light background static. There are two pops at the very end of the track. The sound throughout is bright and clear.  

'Mother Nature’s Son', another extremely delicate track usually blighted by heavy static and loud pops here sounds just incredible. Some light static and a couple of random tics, and not a single loud pop or click throughout. ‘Everybody’s Got Something to Hide Except  Me and My Monkey' and 'Sexy Sadie' continue with no loud pops or clicks, and a little background static. 'Helter Skelter', plays superbly, with bright clear audio, the amazing guitar parts and effects on the outro are incredibly clear. 'Long Long Long', another of the quietest tracks on The White Album, plays with few tics and some fairly obvious crackle to be heard in places. 

Side 4. begins with ‘Revolution 1' and plays with nice clear runs ins and great clear audio. A bit of obvious static and two light pops. 'Honey Pie', again plays with some obvious static and there are two clicks in the middle of the track and a few very light random static tics near the start. 'Savoy Truffle' plays with bright clear sound, some detectable static and pops or clicks. 'Cry Baby Cry' and incidental track 'Can you Take Me Back' play so clear and bright, with little light static. The long abstract 'Revolution 9', a track that can be plagued by unwanted noise, sounds great, with a couple of random pops and some low level background static and some faint occasional background tics. Leading into the final track of this Beatles masterpiece, 'Good Night', again a quiet track, so often playing with poor distorted sound, but on this press there is some background static and no loud pops or clicks. 

This is a great White Album and a really enjoyable listen, although there is a few drops in the sound quality. Great first MONO mix, unlike the re-issues which lack the impact. 

I would have to give the Audio a grading of VERY GOOD to EXCELLENT.

THE RECORD - Visual Grading 

A thick pressed set of glossy vinyls. Deep clear grooves that can only be found on the original early pressings. They have a few faint hairlines and handling marks, and a couple of small scratches, particularly on side 3. although they are all light and non sounding. Unbelievable to think this vinyl is over 40 years old! 

Graded at VERY GOOD PLUS. 

VINYL TESTED FOR ANY SIGNS OF WARPING:

Yes, NONE visible what so ever, when tested be sight and on a moving turntable.

THE LABELS 

Famous Apple labels are in great condition with barely any discernible spindle wear. Any spindle traces that are there are extremely light and barely visible. Great all round examples, with some slight toning down of the white areas and no light age spots. 

Grades at EXCELLENT to EXCELLENT PLUS!

THE COVER 

Comes with the original TOP Loading NUMBERED Gatefold Sleeve by GARROD & LOFTHOUSE. 

A great example, it is made in the medium card and is fully laminated with the title THE BEATLES embossed under the laminate. Low Number 0144409.

This original cover has some light handling marks, a few small scuffs on the rear, some corner wear and a few light creases. The spine is completely intact.

The cover has maintained its creamish white sheen, and light wear only.  There is no feathering to the Top openings, which is very rare. 

Graded as VERY GOOD PLUS!

THE INNERS

THE POSTER

Large original 1st press Lip Stick PHOTO-MONTAGE and LYRIC SHEET, 57 x 87 cms in great condition. Again, not to be confused with posters from later pressings, there 1st press posters are unique. 

This complete example comes with two very slight tears to the seams, slight wear on the edges and a little light discolouration. No writing, no pin-holes, no glue or sellotape marks. 

Graded at VERY GOOD PLUS.

THE PRINTS

Comes with all Four Photos which are in EXCELLENT condition. All Four Prints, 20 x 29 cms, on the original Thick Card. - No tears, no writing, no pin-holes, no glue or sellotape marks. Some light scratches and creasing only. A great and rare original set. Guaranteed!

THE PHOTO SPACER

Also comes with the ULTRA RARE PHOTO SPACER. These were included in the original 1st pressings only, as an aid to hang the four prints. As the four prints were nearly always stuck to peoples walls, this thin paper guide was nearly always lost or discarded. So incredibly rare to have one in EXCELLENT condition, very light creasing only.

RARITY

FINDING A COMPLETE TOP OPENING 1st PRESS MONO WHITE ALBUM SET IN GREAT ALL ROUND CONDITION IS VERY RARE. 

ONE IN THIS GREAT ALL ROUND CONDITION, WITH ALL THE ORIGINAL INSERTS IS RARE INDEED!!! WITH VINYL’S THAT LOOK AND SOUND GREAT, CLEAR AUDIO AND A RARE NUMBERED COVER, WITH THE ORIGINAL PHOTO SPACER, MAKING THIS A FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY TO OWN AN EXTREMELY RARE PIECE OF MUSICAL HISTORY!

COMPLETE MONO UK ORIGINALS THAT SOUND GREAT ARE GETTING RARER BY THE DAY.

RARE COMPLETE CLASSIC ORIGINAL VINYLS WITH TOP AUDIO AND GREAT CONDITION THROUGHOUT

AT TRADE MARK RECORDS WE SPECIALISE IN RARE COLLECTABLE PRESSINGS - WITH GREAT SOUND UNINTERRUPTED BY INTERFERENCE. NO LOUD POPS OR CLICKS, JUMPS OR REPEATS - GUARANTEED!

GREAT ORIGINAL COVERS WITH NO SEAM SPLITS, TEARS, WRITING OR STICKERS!

VINYL

We sell high quality examples of Classic Vinyl. Large format art work covers with the best original sound and mix unique to the original pressings, giving the highest audio depth and performance. Vinyl prices have soared over the last ten years, making classic examples a great financial and cultural investment.  

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VINYL SOUND - PLEASE NOTE:

Highest quality vinyl with clear sound is rare, and what we always aim for. We sell records that play with TOP AUDIO performance; clear sound uninterrupted by hiss or interference. Even with the cleanest vinyl pressing you will find occasional static or occasional light tics during playback, caused by a build up of dust and dirt in the wide vinyl grooves. This is clearly different from the distortion, loud pops, repeating tics or clicks that are found on heavily played and worn pieces of vinyl. Static build up can reduce when played, and we advise a clean between plays for optimal performance. 

SCRUPULOUS EXAMINATION and TESTING:

All our records are play tested on highly sensitive equipment to ensure the sound quality and accuracy of description. We aim to give a precise and concise description of the sound, pointing out defects so that you know exactly what you are buying. We aim to describe our records as accurately as possible, and offer a full refund on return if for any reason you are not completely happy with the item description.

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IMAGES and INFORMATION

We use photographs of the item for sale taken with professional digital cameras. The images are designed to be as clear as possible, giving an accurate representation of the item. We aim to give sufficient and accurate detail as possible so that you know exactly what you are buying. Please let us know if you need any further information and we will be happy to oblige.

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SOME EXAMPLES OF FEEDBACK –

BRILLIANT LP MINT CONDITION, AWESOME SELLAR, 1ST CLASS PACKAGING, NO PROBLEMS A+

Absolutely fantastic! Worth every single penny! Trust you are in careful hands!

ITEM RECEIVED.. AS DESCRIBED... PACKED GREAT...MANY THANKS..RECOMMENDED.. A*******

Great LP from a great seller. Thanks !! Very well packaged. AAA+++

Item arrived quickly, well packaged and in excellent condition. Very pleased.

fast delivery, superb communication, good item, great ebayer AAAAA+++++

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RETURN POLICY:

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed ; - returns accepted without question. If you are not happy then any item can be returned, we cant say fairer that that!

WE ONLY SELL RARE RECORDS THAT ARE IN GREAT CONDITION. IF THERE IS ANY SLIGHT DEFECT, IT WILL BE CLEARLY STATED.

If in the unlikely event that you may want to return an item, or that we have missed something in the listing, we offer a no quibble returns policy. Items must be returned within 12 Days of receipt, and returned in the same condition that they were sent out in. Return postage will be paid by buyer, unless there is a particular fault with the item, and then we will pay the full postage costs!

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RECORD GRADING SYSTEM IS AS FOLLOWS - ( BASED ON RECORD COLLECTOR MAGAZINE U.K. )

MINT: Virtually unplayed. The record itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks or deterioration in sound quality. Cover is pristine.

EXCELLENT: The record shows some signs of having been played, but there is very little lessening in sound quality. The cover and packaging might have slight wear and/or creasing.

V.G PLUS: The record will still be nice and shiny, but may have a few light marks, and will play well. Slight wear and tear on the cover.

V.G: The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable surface marks and occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items.

GOOD: The record has been played so much that the sound quality has noticeably deteriorated, perhaps with some distortion and mild scratches. The cover and contents suffer from folding, scuffing of edges, spine splits, etc.

FAIR: Fair. It is noticeable that the record has been played so much that the sound quality has deteriorated very noticeably. The cover and contents are showing signs of folding, scuffing of edges etc.

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POSTAGE AND PAYMENT DETAILS : -

Items will be extremely well sealed and securely wrapped using the best possible packaging for safe handling and delivery. We send items all round the globe with 100% success! We sell top quality rare records to discerning buyers. We do not make money from the postage costs and aim to keep the prices at a reasonable rate while never offering a cheap or second rate service. 

IT IS AN ABSOLUTE PRIORITY THAT THE RECORDS YOU BUY GET TO YOU IN PERFECT CONDITION. All RECORDS ARE REMOVED FROM THEIR MAIN COVER AND PLACED IN A BRAND NEW REPLACEMENT INNER SLEEVE TO AVOID ANY CHANCE OF EDGE SPLITS OR KNIFING. THEY ARE HELD SAFELY IN EXTRA THICK PLASTIC SLEEVES, AND THEN SECURED WITH SEVERAL EXTRA LAYERS OF REINFORCED CARD BOARD AND PADDING, DOUBLE BOXED IN EXTRA STRONG PROFESSIONAL RECORD CONTAINERS TO ENSURE THEIR SAFE ARRIVAL. WE HAVE A 100% SUCCESS RATE AND AIM TO KEEP IT THAT WAY.

Example of packaging used

UK - First Class Signed For Recorded Delivery with Insurance : = £5.00

UK Special Signed For Next Day Delivery with Insurance : = £8.90

EUROPE - International Airmail Signed For Recorded Delivery with Insurance : = £11.95

INTERNATIONAL, Non-Europe e.g. USA, Japan, Russia, Australia etc. International Airmail Signed For Recorded Delivery with Insurance : = £18.95

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MULTIPLE PURCHASE REDUCTION

Reduced postage for multiple records up to 30% off extra items.

POSTAGE WILL BE FIRST CLASS OR THE FASTEST AND SAFEST POSSIBLE ALTERNATIVE, - RECORDED WITH TRACKING AND INSURANCE. ALL ITEMS ARE FULLY INSURED AND COVERED FOR THE SAFEST DELIVERY POSSIBLE, AT NO EXTRA COST TO YOU. GUARANTEED!

POSTAGE RECEIPTS AND PROOF OF POSTAGE IS ALWAYS AVAILABLE. 

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PAYMENTS 

Payments must be made within 3 days of purchasing unless an alternative arrangement has been agreed upon. We can offer payment by instalments if discussed before purchase.

Pay Pal or bank transfers are accepted for International buyers. We accept Pay Pal, bank transfers or postal orders within the UK. Records will be sent out immediately on receipt of payment.

Please Note: If no contact is made by the winning bidder following the mandatory Ebay 3 days, we will reserve the right to offer the item to the next highest bidder, unless prior notice of any delay is arranged beforehand.  Any bidder who has missed the chance to purchase a record can still email to make a priority second chance offer.