ELTON JOHN MADMAN ACROSS THE WATER EX+/EX ORIG' 1971 UK 'PURPLE' VINYL LP

	£		75
	$		99

Elton John ?– Madman Across The Water
Label:DJM Records (2) ?– DJLPH 420
Format:Vinyl, LP, Album, Gatefold

Country:UK
Released:1971
Genre:Rock
Style:Pop Rock, Classic Rock

Matrix Side 1: DJLPH 420 A-2
Matrix Side 2: DJLPH 420 B 5

All records are graded to the Record Collector Guidelines, with extra information added as required when play tested. Also all photos above are of the exact record you will receive if successful.

This record is in excellent+ condition. It has no obvious spindle marks visible the labels and when I viewed it under bright light I still could not see any. There are no pen marks, scuffs or any fading present and the centres show no real wear. Overall the labels are in superb condition and show minimal signs of use.

As for the vinyl itself, both sides have nothing remotely serious showing and actually very little at all evident in normal light. There is the odd very minor thin line and a small light 'sleeve scuff' just about visible when tilted but overall it is very clean. It has a lovely gloss(and shines a beautiful translucent red/purple when held in direct light), has no serious marks or blemishes and overall it in great shape.  

I play tested the record and it played very well and sounded superb throughout with excellent clarity and definition. It lays flat on the deck but upon playing there is some minor upward movement noticeable in the record arm on both sides. This is more 'pronounced' on side 1 than side 2, but there is some on both. This is far from dramatic but there must be a slight dishwarp to the record to some degree. As I say this is pretty minor(can supply video if required) and has no affect on the audio produced which is excellent throughout. It has no skips, sticks or annoying clicks and overall very little interference at all. There is a hint of surface noise in the run in and occasionally between some songs or the really quiet parts, but the vast majority has little to none audible and is of excellent quality and clarity. Overall a very enjoyable play test that produced excellent audio free of any major issues and with excellent clarity.

The textured gatefold sleeve is in excellent condition. It has wear and rubbing to the edges and corners, yet despite this the writing along the spine is still just about legible. The spine actually shows the worst of the wear/rubbing, with far less on the other edges. Despite this wear the spine is strong and there are no splits or weak area anywhere on the sleeve. Other than the edge wear there is little to report and the sleeve is in good shape. There are no scuffs, pen marks or tears and little to no creasing. There is also next to no ring mark visible and only a touch of very minor sporadic fading to the front. Inside the gatefold has no major issues and has its original booklet still firmly attached(no damage around the staples as there often is) and is clean, bright and free of tears or pen marks. Overall the sleeve is strong, clean, bright and in excellent condition but with the edge wear a mentioned and photographed. I have tried to describe the sleeve as best I can but please study the pictures provided to gain as much information as possible on its condition.

It includes its original plain white inner which is in excellent condition. This has no tears, splits or pen marks but slight creasing, ring marks and some mild age related discolouring to it.

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.

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