PATTI SMITH -HORSES- ORIG 1975 ARISTA LP RL ROBERT LUDWIG STERLING RARE
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Description
Up for auction is a nice original copy of the Patti Smith album "Horses" originally released in the U.S. on Arista Records (AL 4066) in 1975.
-Guaranteed early pressing, not later reissue
-Correct light blue Arista labels
-RL etched in run-out: Robert Ludwig mastering
-Matrix reads, Mom+Dad/Daddy Frank Linda+Todd
-STERLING etched in run-out
-Laminated cover
-Original Arista inner sleeve
-No UPC/bar code on cover
Note: The very first issue of this album had the title "Horses" on the front printed in white, which made it difficult to read, so the record company quickly began to print it in black to make is easier to see. The "white Horses" covers are very rare, and copies sell for over $100. This copy is a first issue with the "black" printed title, still very rare.
Condition:
The cover is still in nice condition, with some light signs of wear and age. Front and back lamination still has a nice shine to it (see photos) with just some light rubbing here and there. Front has sticker residue lower right. Seams are nice, no splits, but have some rubbing and crazing here and there. Spine is nice, lettering good. Still very nice. Grade: Very Good Plus (VG+).
The vinyl is in very nice condition, still retains its original shine. Under intense light it shows a few faint, superficial hairlines on both sides, but no significant scratches that should affect the playback quality. Labels are clean, unmarked.
Play-Tested: This record has very nice sound quality overall, no skips or loud ticks or pops. Maybe a little faint background pressing noise during the run-in groove and quiet parts, but nothing that distracts from the quality of sound once the music kicks in, which is excellent. Patti's voice sounds great--strong and clear. Not audiophile clean, but none of these original pressings are. Grade: Very Good Plus (VG+).
100% satisfaction guaranteed, no risk buying. My 100% positive feedback on rare albums allow you to bid with confidence. Returns accepted, no questions asked.
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