Led Zeppelin In Through The Out Door (1979) Vinyl Sleeve Variant "F" w/bag NM

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Led Zeppelin – In Through The Out Door (1979)

Swan Song SS 16002 –  Cover Variant F

Album – NM – Play tested.  Vinyl is clean and the sound is on point!

Cover – NM –  Cover is Variant F, which I have read is not very commonly found.  In great shape, spine is unbroken and legible.  Paper bag is untorn as well.  All in all, this is in extremely good condition.

Inner Sleeve – EX - Small marks on one side, otherwise is tip top

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Shipping via USPS Media Mail 

About the In Through The Out Door covers:

The jacket was originally issued in six different cover variations; each side of each cover variation was a view perspective of each of six people in a bar scene. The six cover variations are labeled A through F, and the letter for each is printed in white on the spine, at the far left. Additionally, there is a “wiped” spot of color on each sepia-toned front cover photo.  The six people in the bar are watching a man burning a “Dear John” letter he’s just received, and each of the sleeve images is a viewpoint from one of the six watcher’s perspectives. 

THIS IS ONE OF TWO COVERS THAT SHOW ONLY

3 OF THE 6 “WATCHERS” IN THE BAR SCENE

Grading:

Poor (P) or Fair (F)

A P or F rating reflects a vinyl of poor condition. Discs with these ratings often have major noise issues. They skip, repeat and reveal scratching noises often. If you purchase vinyl with a P or F rating, expect badly warped material. Frequently, these records are cracked or have deep scratches. Their covers are either badly damaged or destroyed completely.

Good (G)

While the term “good” might seem positive, a record carrying a G grade may still be of poor quality. Record enthusiasts often sell records of top quality. If they’ve rated a record as Good, they may be picking up on undesirable condition traits. Frequently, a G-rated record is sold at a bargain price. It’s useable, but it may have several scratches. Its music has light distortions.

Very Good (VG)

A VG-rated vinyl has experienced a lot of use. It’s still useable, but it’ll carry a few distortions. Ranked above a G-rated record, a VG-rated record often carries light pops and clicks. It might have light visible scratches, and it may have split edges. You can enjoy listening to a VG-rated record, and you can use it as an artistic display, too. For the most part, a VG-rated record is undamaged. Upon closer inspection, however, its use will be apparent—both visually and audibly.

Very Good Plus (VG+)

The next step up, a VG+ record has little faults.  It doesn’t, however, have compromised audio or visuals. A VG+ record may have several inaudible marks and a little rub. Its audio may have slight background crackle. If you’ve come across a VG+ record, you’ve found a solid investment. As with a VG record, however, close inspection may reveal its age.

Excellent (EX)

An Excellent record is similar to a VG+ record. Its light marks will be difficult to spot, however, as will be its audio distortions. A lot of EX-rated records have been in and out of their sleeve only a few times. Their minute signs of use, generally, reflect high-quality care.

Near Mint (NM)

A Near Mint record is a fantastic investment. It looks glossy, and it’s clearly only been played several times. NM vinyl has little to no markings, and its package is either untouched or nearly untouched. Don’t expect to find any distortions on a NM record. In essence: A NM record is imperfect only in its one-or-two-time use.

Mint (M)

A Mint record is perfect. It’s never been played, and it might’ve never been removed from its package. It’s fully sealed, and it has no blemishes or audio distortions. Mint vinyl is rare, and it’s incredibly valuable.