BEACH BOYS 45RPM "SURFIN'" - CANDIX 301 - ULTRA-RARE - G+
$
36
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Description
This is the Beach Boys' very first single released on the small L.A.-based Candix label (which began operations in 1960 and went bankrupt two years later). Four label variations of the single (all with "Luau" on the flip side) were pressed over a 3-month period: [1] Candix 331 in November 1961; [2] X 301 in December; [3] Candix 301 in January 1962; and [4] Candix 301 (Dist. by ERA Record Sales), also in January. The copy offered here is Variation #4 (Candix 301, Dist. by ERA Record Sales). This is thought to be the most common of the four, but a detailed study of Candix numbers supports the opinion that it may actually be the second-rarest variant (after X 301). Reference to this study is available upon request.
This copy is in G+ condition. There is a small (0.5") square piece of paper glued on the Side-A label; there appears to have been an attempt to remove it. Otherwise, there are no rips or tears in the labels. There is moderate spindle wear on both sides; more pronounced on Side-B. The vinyl has lost some of its sheen and shows multiple small scratches. There is some audible hiss on playback but both sides play through without skips. For a 50-year-old record, it's in fairly decent condition. Comes in an open-faced white paper sleeve.
PLEASE NOTE: While I've tried to be as accurate as possible in describing this item, opinions may vary as to overall condition. Please examine the photos and ask any questions before bidding.
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