Artist:

The Beatles

Title:

The Early Beatles

Record Label:

Capitol Records

Catalogue no:

ST 2309

Identifiers:

Orange Labels

ST-2309 (ST-X-1-2309)

ST-2309 (ST-X-2-2309)

Matrix / Runout:

Matrix / Runout (Runout side 1): Etched: JM ST-1-2309 (Stamped) MASTERED BY CAPITOL

Matrix / Runout (Runout side 2): Etched: JM ST-2-2309 (Stamped) MASTERED BY CAPITOL

Type:

12” 33 ½ RMP

Country of Origin:

Canada

Date of Release:

1974

Notes:

Compilation, Reissue, Stereo

Second generation orange label

Format:

12 in” 33 RPM                                                             

Track Listing:

A1

Love Me Do

2:19

A2

Twist And Shout

2:32

A3

Anna

2:46

A4

Chains

2:21

A5

Boys

2:24

A6

Ask Me Why

2:24

B1

Please Please Me

2:00

B2

P. S. I Love You

2:02

B3

Baby It's You

2:36

B4

A Taste Of Honey

2:02

B5

Do You Want To Know A Secret

1:55

Condition:

Good / Very Good Condition

Description of item:

The cover sleeve is in great condition showing light / minor signs of usage. All edges show very minimal signs of wear. A little fraying along the sleeve aperture edge. A slight dink in the bottom right corner. There is some staining and slight discolouration on the reverse, with notable ring wear. The spine is fully intact with all typography legible. There are no rips, tears, or major folds.

The vinyl is in excellent condition, showing very minimal to light signs of usage. There is light spindle wear and a little rubbing on the label. There are several extraordinarily faint scratch and scuff marks to be found on both side 1 & 2, with the most noticeable on side 2 with one at 11, 2, 8 o’clock positions. The 11 o’clock scratch runs the entire surface, from edge to the label. These marks have little to no effect on the sound whatsoever and are notably superficial. The vinyl plays perfectly, the sound quality is great, as you would expect. There are no skips, or jumps.

Language:

English

Genres:

Beat Rock & Roll

Image Notes:

Please note that the images depicted show both the front and back of the vinyl, any inlays, inner sleeve. This is sold as a singular item. Image dates: 10/05/2020

Postage / Shipping:

A great deal of time and consideration has gone into collecting and preserving my vinyl collection over the last 25 years. As and when a record is sold on, the same care and attention will be adhered. It is important to me that whatever you buy arrives to you in the best of conditions as depicted in the images and as described in each case. I will make every effort to ensure that this happens. I will NOT just stick a stamp on it and hope for the best. All parcels will be securely dispatched, and in the event of high value items, appropriate postage covering the contents will be bought to ensure that they are insured should anything happen to them in transit.

All Vinyl is sent in specially made vinyl boxes, and when possible (space allowing), a reinforced stiffened cardboard backing and/or bubble wrap will be placed into each parcel box. Each box can safely accommodate a maximum of 2 vinyl records; (though I would not personally suggest this); it also depends on LP style and design i.e. gatefold, double vinyl etc. In the case of 3 or more vinyl purchases, extra P&P will be applied as required, subject to weight).

Unless originally sealed and in mint condition. All vinyl is removed from its sleeve and placed on the outside to prevent any sleeve damage whilst in transit.

P&P covers the cost of these boxes, materials plus the postage costs.

All 7” inch vinyl parcels are small enough to fit through the letter box. However, 12” inch vinyl will be sent as small / medium parcels (weight dependant). Again, a maximum of only 2 vinyl per box depending on type; gatefold etc; will be sent individually. Likewise, 3 or more purchases will incur extra P&P charges.  Most vinyl have a new protective plastic cover and where the vinyl is shown without its original cover sleeve, the vinyl will be sent in a protective plastic cover and plain white paper sleeve. Some of the vinyl I own is big holed, so 45 RPM adapters may need to be bought separately, or if I have them spare, I will provide one at no extra cost.

I am very happy to send items Worldwide, so please feel free to enquire regards postage pricing.

Likewise, very happy to take any questions regarding this item or any other listed item.

Cheers folks