HMV CSD1499 - Music for Viola & Cello: Jacqueline Du Pré/Herbert Downes 1st G/G
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Description
Jacqueline Du Pré's first recording on LP, a 1st issue copy on HMV's Green & Gold label issued in 1963. Works for 'cello by Saint-Saëns (The Swan), Bruch (Kol Nidrei), Bach and Falla (on side 2), plus six items for viola played by Herbert Downes (on side 1). Matrix Nos. 2YEA-739-5/2YEA-740-2. 1st issue sleeve (large 'stereo' logo on front).
> Play tested on my Thorens TD125 II / Marantz PM-12SE.
> The LP will be carefully packed and posted using Royal Mail's Special Delivery service (no collection or click and collect options).
> Payment via eBay within 48 hours of auction. No returns - please check the listing and photos, and ask any questions before bidding. Refer to my seller feedback to give confidence.
Grading
Visual: EX- (Side 1), EX+ (Side 2) Some non-feelable marks and evidence of cleaning on Side 1. A few (non-sounding) hairlines on Side 2.
Sound: NM- Stunning, clean audio on both sides: Side 2 plays NM throughout; Side 1 plays NM except for 3 soft clicks at the end of track 1 and 2 soft clicks towards the middle of track 2.
Labels: EX No stickers or writing. A few faint marks and spindle traces under strong light .
Sleeve: EX+ Front: very clean and smart, a faint ring-mark and some very minor creasing top-right. Rear: clean overall, undamaged flip-backs, some minor spotting towards the top. Spine: superb.
Inner: HMV original in EX+ condition
Note: this LP has been re-listed due to a payment default.
A fabulous sounding copy of this classic and highly collectible LP - more great LPs & CDs coming up in the coming weeks.
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