Beatles Sgt Pepper * WIDE SPINE * PATENTS PENDING * EX * UK MONO 1st PRESS *

	£		380
	$		504

The Beatles - Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band

I am pleased to offer for sale this exceptional example of the Beatles eighth studio album: Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band.
The UK mono first press of Sgt Pepper is widely regarded as the premier pressing of Sgt. Pepper and after listening to this record you will understand why. In fact, you can take a listen to this record below!
Album Details:
Serial number: PMC 7027
Matrix number: XEX 637 - 1 / XEX 638 - 1
Mother & stamper codes: 1 MML / 1 MPP
Vinyl Weight: 170g 
The matrix numbers confirm that the record is a UK first pressing. The mother and stamper codes suggest that the record was produced early in the production cycle. Consequently, there is a clarity to the audio that is difficult to improve upon.
The labels are the first variant with the yellow Parlophone logo and silver text.
The vinyl is housed within the fully-laminated Garrod & Lofthouse gatefold sleeve which features a very desirable WIDE SPINE and the incredibly rare Patents Pending text. Unlike many examples of this sleeve variant, the wide spine is found in fantastic condition.
The album comes complete with the original red and white wavy psychedelic inner sleeve designed by The Fool art collective and the cut-out insert sheet designed by Peter Blake.
Condition:
The condition report provided below is given as a guide only. I include high-quality, comprehensive photographs as well as a complete audio recording in my listings to enable you to make an informed decision on the condition of this record yourself. 
Vinyl: EXCELLENT 
Labels: EXCELLENT 
The labels are bright, clean and without writing. Only very light spindle marks can be seen to both sides. 
Visual: EXCELLENT -
The record displays superb deep-gloss playing surfaces. In bright daylight only a couple of very light paper scuffs can be seen to the surface of either side. Underneath the glare of a halogen desk lamp a few barely visible wispy paper hairlines can be seen alongside an iridescent rainbow shine.
Sound Quality: EXCELLENT -
Please use the internet site to enjoy the audio clips. The eBay app does not facilitate playback.
Side 1:


Side 2:

As can be heard from the recordings, the audio is fantastic. All tracks play through with great clarity and distinction. I would grade the first couple of tracks on side 1 individually as VG+ due to several audible light pops. However, all of side 2 and the remainder of side 1 play through superbly without interruption which is why I have graded EX-. A very nice listen indeed!
Sleeve: EXCELLENT -
The iconic sleeve looks superb! The wide spine really makes the sleeve stand out. All four sides retain the original lustre and bright colours. The top and bottom edges are without wear. The opening edge is without wear. The corners are strong with just mild softening. A first-rate example. 
Inner Sleeve: EXCELLENT
The original inner sleeve is in great condition. The colours are bright and there is minimal discolouration to the white section. The cut-out insert is in perfect condition.

Additional Details:
Before the audio test, the vinyl was cleaned first by an Okki Nokki vacuum cleaner (using L'art du Son cleaning solution) and then an Audio Desk ultrasonic cleaner.
After cleaning, the vinyl is housed inside a brand new mobile fidelity anti-static inner sleeve. 
The vinyl will be packaged outside of the sleeve, both of which are stored inside an archival quality polypropylene outer sleeve.
The record will be sent via an insured courier in a padded vinyl mailer.

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