Pink Floyd dark side of the moon UK 1973 LP A3/B2

	£		27
	$		36

Welcome to my auction for:

Pink Floyd dark side of the moon original 1973 LP. A3/B2

Matrix numbers: A3/B2

Label: Harvest

Pressing: UK

 Additional info:

This is a super rare second press. The first presses were A2/ B2. Be very careful as many A3/B3 copies are wrongly sold as second presses. The genuine thing is very scarce  - while not as iconic as the first press, second press copies come up for sale a lot less often than first presses. Comes with the correct very dark midnight blue cover which was only issued with the very early pressings

Condition (1-5) Vinyl / Cover = 3.50 / 3.25

*See super detailed photos at bottom of page to judge cover condition for yourself*

Notes: The vinyl – A few light marks and the odd light hairline scratch. No deep scratches and retains a nice clean gloss. Play tested a few tracks and there is just the odd light tick and just a little of the usual background crackle which is only noticeable occasionally in some quite sections and between some tracks. Sound quality itself is fantastic (very noticeable when compared to inferior later pressings) All in all a very enjoyable listen with no heavy clicks, jumps or repeats. Quite harshly graded - audio compares well to other copies I have heard as these very early pressings just about always play with some surface noise, even those that appear perfect visually. The cover – general wear including a few of the usual small creases around the edges, some surface rubbing and a little tape residue to the top and bottom seams. On the positive side there is no major damage – no rips, heavy folds or writing and the surface rubbing is light compared to most of these original matt  finish covers which are super prone to wear. Inner sleeve has a couple of small tears around the inner circle (seams are ok) and the inner poly lining is missing but it is the original plain black inner which was only issued with the first and second presses. Stickers and posters – comes with a full set of 2 posters and 2 stickers all in very nice undamaged condition. The posters seem correct. I suspect the stickers are not the ones which originally came with this copy. Labels are clean with no writing or discolouration

Legendary album. Very rare genuine second press copy. Honestly assessed with play test – see details above

Please note the following before bidding:                            

Grading:

 I will be grading critically to avoid disappointment. (scale at bottom of page) In my experience there is no such thing as a used record that has no marking at all, if you choose to look closely enough!  Hence nothing will be described as mint.

Other stuff:

* Record has been visually graded. I’ve been in contact with e-bayers who have already bought. They are very pleased with condition compared to what they expected from the grading and report excellent sound quality even from records listed as having heavier damage.

*Buy with confidence. I’m happy to offer a no argument refund should unexpected problems arise on playing or I’ve missed something in the description / grading (refund less postage on return of item within 7 days).

* My aim is 100% customer satisfaction and I will do whatever I can to resolve any issues to your satisfaction (see my positive feedback and high ratings)

*Records have had a quick wipe only - will benefit from a good clean before playing.

Postage:

UK.                 £4 (add £1 for each additional item)

Europe            £7 (add £1.50 for each additional item)

World              £12.50 (add £ 3.00 for each additional item)

Double LPs are 2 items for postage purposes

*I will not be held responsible for any postal loss or damage. However all items will be sent in heavy duty purpose designed mailers.

*All items sent by standard postal services. Recorded, insured or special delivery available and on request and is recommended for items valued over £41 (maximum compensation from royal mail for loss or damage to standard post) Buyer will need to pay the additional cost.

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Grading Scale:

Vinyl

5 = Absolute minimal amount of ultra light, totally superficial surface hairlines / marks that are only visible when tilted under strong light. Expect no impact on audio. 4 =   Light surface marks / scratches. Some more visible but all still superficial. May include 1 small slightly heavier mark affecting a single track only. Still expect no or minimal impact on audio. 3 = Some heavier marks / scratches. Expect them to be audible and slightly detract from the overall listening experience. 2 = Heavy scratches / marks. Expect to hear pronounced and distracting clicks or cracks on at least couple of tracks. 1 = Several heavy scratched / marks / other damage. Expect several tracks to be affected and a couple to the extent that they may be considered unlistenable. However should still play through.

Covers

5 = Hardly any wear of any description. Maybe slightest of wear to very tip of a corner or a couple of ultra  light tiny edge creases which you would have to look very closely to see. 4 = Some general light wear and maybe a small area of moderate wear. Includes seam wear (spine still readable), light creasing restricted to edges, slight discolouration (but not damage) from a removed stickers, maybe 1 slightly crumpled corner. 3 = Moderate general wear plus 1 piece of damage such as a rip, seam split, heavily folded corner, major scuff on  front / back, patch of surface removed by sticker or very noticeable ringwear. 2 = Heavy general wear plus one or two pieces of damage. 1 = Several major issues – very tatty.

Inner covers

5 = Hardly any wear of any description. Maybe a couple of small spots of very light discolouration or a super light and small crease. 4 = Discolouration, general light wear, light creasing. 3 = Moderate general wear plus 1 piece of damage such a seam split or heavily folded corner. 2 = Heavy general wear plus one or two pieces of damage. 1 = Several major issues – very tatty. Not graded = bog standard blank inner sleeve.