SANTANA 1969 S/T DEBUT 1st UK Press LP TIME CAPSULE REVIEW COPY

	£		91
	$		120

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We list in many cases, 'Archived' & 'mint' condition items, we are able to source from private collections all over the UK. So we hope you can be put at ease that what you are bidding on is of the highest quality.

We play through most of the records, unless the item is clearly mint, or sealed..in which case we don't play them, thus maintaining their 'unplayed' status!  Obviously with some of these rare items there will be the odd 'anomoly' along the way , the odd little static pop or lead in 'sizzle' for a split second.. nothing is perfect we find! all systems differ, but we aim to describe these as accurately as possible for you.... PLEASE ENJOY THIS ITEM YOU ARE NOW LOOKING AT..

SANTANA

'DEBUT'

ABSOLUTELY PRISTINE ARCHIVED FROM NEW- ONE PLAY.

 From a Private music business associate, this LP is from a collection of archived 'from new' LPs, all are simply outstanding condition with only one or two plays of the vinyl...

See our others listed, there's a lot more to come from this collection-all in this amazing condition..

Released   1969

Label        CBS S63815

Matrix      SBPG 63815 A1   Matrix:  B  10

                 SBPG 63815 B1   Matrix:  B  10

THE VINYL   MINT POSSIBLY UNPLAYED!!!

Quite simply the best vinyl we have seen of this classic LP..absolutely prisitne like new!

This 1969 very first pressing  has retained its amazing glossy sheen and finish. There is no dulling anywhere and overall it is in incredible condition for an LP of this age. We have never seen a better copy in 14 years! It really looks unplayed.

NO spider lines around the centre hole at all, and no wear to the spindle hole whatsoever.

SOME SURPLUS WAX AROUND THE CENTRE HOLE-

There are a couple of tiny tiny whisp lines , thats it !  No scratches marks or hairlines anywhere!

 Clearly this LP has been archived from new..IT REMAINS IN ASTONISHING CONDITION.

OVERALL THIS IS SIMPLY A MUST FOR ANY COLLECTION. YOU WILL NOT SEE BETTER.

THE LABELS   MINT  1ST ISSUE 1969 FLAT ORANGE LABELS WITH SCOOP

THE SLEEVE     MINT-   IMMACULATE

Correct  UK  MATT FINISH SLEEVE   with SQUARE 'PROUD' SPINE -Some were laminated some where not, this is an unlaminated sleeve but still a very first pressing..

This is straight out the box from  169 - incredible condition , we do not auction any sleeves that we deem to have 'wear' so rest assured you are looking at a sleeve of stunning condition..

The edges are all super clean with no traces of rub, at all , and all colours and inks remain in outstanding

The front sleeve is as white as the day it was made- as is the balck back sleeve- no wear or rub at all- astonishing.

No powdery white ringwear or even ring press of any note, and all edges are super crisp.

NO edge rub of any note !

The open edge remains in immaculate sharp condition with not a hint of handling

The spine edge is totally unmarked -and square- beautiful!

the tiniest of tip rub on each corner. We cant say anything else really- it is that good!

WE CLARIFY BY SAYING, THIS SLEEVE IS OUTSTANDING 'TIME CAPSULE' QUALITY.

THE INNER SLEEVE   MINT-

Original 'The inner sleeve' design by CBS  ..immaculate no wear or damage

We hope you enjoy looking at this item, and good luck if you decide to bid for it...We can safely say you will not be dissapointed- If you need to know anyting else, please feel free to contact us with any questions.

All our items are sent 'signed delivery' tracked to your door, (we have never had an item go missing anywhere in the world!) for peace of mind for both you and us! All items are sent in strong protective mailer boxes and stiffeners. With over 28 years in mail order and the music industry 'worldwide' we pride ourselves on the fact you can bid safely on all our items, and knowing you are being dealt with by professionals.

ENJOY! ;0)