BOB MARLEY & THE WAILERS CATCH A FIRE '73 UK 1ST PRESS VINYL LP PLAYS TIDY
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Description
The Wailers - Catch A Fire
Label:Island Records - ILPS 9241
Format:Vinyl, LP, Album
Country:UK
Released:1973
Genre:Reggae
- Matrix / Runout (Side A, Stamped, Erased): BML 2001 A-3U
- Matrix / Runout (Side B, Stamped, Erased): BML 2001 B-4U
- Matrix / Runout (Side A, Stamped, Crossed out): ILPS-9241 3U
- Matrix / Runout (Side B, Stamped, Crossed out): ILPS-9241 4U
- Other (Small Embossment, Runout A & B): STERLING
This record is in very good condition. It does have some spindle marks visible on each label but there are no pen marks. There is some light grubbiness or age spots in places however and minor wear around the centres. Overall the iconic pink rim labels are in good condition with no major issues but some signs of use.
As for the vinyl itself, both sides are free from anything really major but do have lots of light wispy lines, sleeve marks, scuffs and other signs of use/age. There is also a few other more noticeable marks but again nothing really sinister. Overall the vinyl is clearly used and has signs of age and use to both sides. It still has a decent lustre however and is still in good playable condition despite having the wear and signs of use as mentioned.
I play tested the record and it played well overall and was an enjoyable listen throughout. It lays flat on the deck and upon playing there is little to no movement noticeable in the record arm. The audio has no major issues such as skips or sticks and there is only slight interference in places. I noted light surface noise in the run ins on both sides and also occasional minor splutters in the audio. There was nothing extreme however and the general clarity was good. I did hear 4 or 5 light crunches or tics halfway into track 2 on side 2, caused by a small spot or mark. Other than these there was nothing obvious, just the odd occasional noise or minor splutter. Overall it is graded at VG visually and the audio certainly would match this if not grade higher in this sense.
The 'Zippo style' sleeve is in very good+ condition. It has some wear and rubbing to the edges and corners but nothing extreme. It is solid all round with no splits and the 'lid' works smoothly. There are no pen marks, scuffs or tears but it does have a piece of plastic stuck above the title on the front. Other than this and the mild edge wear there is also slight creasing in places, minor fading and mild ring marks. Overall it is a nice tidy example with no major structural issues but with light wear and the 'sticker' as mentioned. I have tried to describe the sleeve as best I can but please study the pictures provided to gain as much information as possible as to its condition.
It contains a black inner which cannot be the original as it has been cut to fit the Zippo style. I will include this makeshift replacement but also a brand new plain white replacement inner.
The record will be packaged in cardboard stiffeners and bubble wrapped thoroughly when dispatched. It will also be sent in a brand new protective plastic sleeve, and within 24hrs of receiving payment to try to ensure a swift delivery.I hope my photos are comprehensive enough but if you have any questions then don't hesitate to contact me. Also please check my eBay feedback for a positive history of record grading, A1 communication and quick delivery times.
All offers are considered and are more than welcome.
Many thanks for looking.
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