AC/DC Powerage LP 1978 Atlantic SD 19180 Original Press Clean NM Vinyl Album
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AC/DC - POWERAGE (AUTHENTIC 1978 ATLANTIC RECORDS US ORIGINAL FIRST PRESSING - COVETED INITIAL "-A" MASTER LACQUER CUT - CATALOG SD 19180 - ARCHIVAL VACUUM CLEANED & REAL-WORLD PLAY GRADED PRISTINE NEAR MINT NM VINYL / JACKET IN EXCELLENT CONDITION)
Up for sale is a spectacular, investment-grade collector's copy of one of the single most raw, blues-drenched hard rock milestones ever committed to analog tape: AC/DC's legendary 1978 studio masterpiece, "Powerage." Do not confuse this rare out-of-print analog treasure with standard mass-produced modern digital reissues, thinned-out modern retail commercial represses, or compressed streaming channels. This copy is the official 1978 initial domestic production run pressed on premium high-fidelity virgin vinyl via Atlantic Records (Catalog #SD 19180), cleanly verified by the classic black/red/green center labels, distinct typography alignments, and the authentic hand-etched "ST-A-784081-A" dead wax runout matrices. It has been thoroughly vacuum-cleaned, strictly play-graded from start to finish at an honest, highly transparent Near Mint (NM) condition tier, and is beautifully protected inside a premium anti-static Mobile Fidelity (MoFi) style archival inner sleeve to safeguard the delicate analog soundstage from future dust collection. Complete inside its original heavy-stock artwork jacket presentation package in solid, clean Excellent condition!
THE VOLCANIC ALL-ANALOG HEADROOM OF THE DEFINITIVE 1978 ATLANTIC "-A" LACQUER CUT:
Universally celebrated on rock physical media forums and vinyl tracking registries as Keith Richards' favorite AC/DC record and an absolute hard-rock masterclass, "Powerage" uncoils a gritty, high-octane sonic landscape produced by Harry Vanda and George Young. Cut completely all-analog directly from the primary 1978 multi-track master tape reels at Albert Studios, this initial domestic production run delivers a breathtakingly wide stereo image, massive organic low-end room bass extension, blistering transients, and a whisper-quiet noise floor that completely outperforms flat digital formats. Driven by Angus Young's soaring, blues-drenched Gibson SG guitar tracking and volcanic solos, Malcolm Young's driving, mechanical rhythm guitar lines, Bon Scott's sneering, iconic vocal tracking, and the thunderous debut of Cliff Williams' driving bass lines, the audio cuts through your listening room with unparalleled analog power. Experience defining rock cornerstones like "Rock 'n' Roll Damnation," "Down Payment Blues," "Gimme a Bullet," "Riff Raff," and "Sin City" exactly as intended with true analog room velocity.
STRICT ACCURATE CONDITION DETAILS (HIGH-TRANSPARENCY PLAY GRADE NOTE):
* Vinyl Condition: Near Mint (NM). The vintage black wax disc retains 100% of its original factory mirror-like gloss across both sides. The playing surfaces are exceptionally pristine, displaying absolutely zero deep structural needle scratches and virtually no cosmetic paper wisps or handling hairlines. Fully play-graded from start to finish—tracks beautifully 100% SKIP-FREE and loop-free across both sides with a remarkably quiet noise floor and superb dynamic punch. An absolute blast to spin on an audiophile player system!
* Jacket Sleeve Condition: Excellent (EX). The original heavy-stock cardboard picture jacket packaging layout is cleanly preserved under a clear outer poly-sleeve. Displays flat front and back panels, rich primary ink contrast boundaries of the iconic Bon Scott/wires portrait, and solid edges showing only minor, normal vintage shelf wear. Structurally magnificent with completely intact, un-split seams and a fully legible spine layout. Stored continuously in a smoke-free, climate-controlled archive.
* Archival Protection: Meticulously washed and upgraded into a premium anti-static Mobile Fidelity (MoFi) style inner sleeve to protect the original analog grooves from future handling friction. Shipped inside a brand-new, crystal-clear outer poly-jacket.
PROFESSIONAL INSURED SHIPPING & HANDLING:
We respect premium physical media assets and high-value collectibles. This exceptionally clean rock centerpiece will be wrapped securely in multiple thick layers of heavy-duty bubble wrap, surrounded by rigid corrugated pads on all sides, and shipped inside an oversized, ultra-rigid double-walled cardboard record mailer box with internal corner protection. Fully tracked and 100% fully insured to guarantee a completely safe arrival with zero split seams or transit edge wear. To guarantee a completely safe transit, the vinyl disc will be shipped safely placed inside its premium inner sleeve BEHIND the jacket packaging layout.
Fixed-Price Buy It Now. Ships lightning fast via USPS Media Mail with 100% FREE SHIPPING. Tracking number provided automatically upon dispatch. Price is firm.
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