CHARLIE PARKER Bird Blows The Blues DIAL 901 '49 RED LP

$

335

One of the rarest jazz LP's out there! No reserve!  

Artist: Charlie Parker

Title: The Bird Blows The Blues

Year: 1949

Label & Number: Dial LP 901

Original/Reissue: As far as I can tell this is a limited edition, quick 2nd press of Dial LP 1.   

Mono/Stereo: M 

Country: USA

Vinyl Condition: Poor - I am not being conservative here - this disc is in sad shape. It does play, and play through but there is constant surface noise which is very loud through out most of it. There are quite a few loud pops. This disc is being offered up due to rarity and should not be bid on if you are expecting something nice to listen to. It is a collectible. Both labels are in very nice condition with no writing or stickers.   

Cover Condition: LP was offered only through mail order and did not come with a cover. I will supply a plain white one.             

Comments: One of the absolutely rarest Jazz LP's on the planet. This is the limited edition - only 300 pressed - red vinyl version of Dial 901. It was offered only as mail order, as was Dial LP 1, the first pressing which I believe only existed in a quantity of 50 copies and was the first long play jazz LP ever! While not quite as rare as Dial LP 1, this limited edition 2nd press will put you on a short list of jazz collectors. You may never see this again so don't let it pass you by!

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WHY BUY FROM IN THE MOMENT RECORDS?

In The Moment Records is a veteran power seller. All LP's are strictly graded using an intense halogen floodlight. All LP's are gently hand cleaned prior to grading and cleaned using a Nitty Gritty cleaning machine prior to shipping. LP's are shipped outside of their jackets to avoid seam splits during transit. LP's are carefully packed using additional cardboard for added stiffness and then shipped in brand new LP mailers. As an avid collector myself I know the disappointment of receiving poorly graded or packed LP's. It is my utmost priority to insure you are happy with your purchase and to encourage repeat business.    

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How we visually grade our records:   

Mint (M): Album is still sealed in original shrinkwrap and has never been opened.

Near Mint (NM): Album has been opened and most likely played but is blemish free and as close to new as possible.

Excellent Plus (EX+) Album is very close to NM but may show more signs that it has been played. A very minor, unfeelable mark or two that has no affect on play may be noticed.

Excellent (EX): Album does show the most minor signs of usage, nothing that would effect sound quality.

Very Good Plus (VG+): Album will show some signs of wear and may have some minor scratches or scuffs. These albums we will usually play to gauge the sound quality. If there are any issues we will post them.

Very Good (VG): Album has obvious signs of usage. There are most likely blemishes that will affect sound quality.

How we grade our covers :

Mint (M): Cover is perfect in every way - likely still sealed or in the shrink. 

Near Mint (NM): Cover is in fantastic condition and may still be in it’s shrinkwrap. Very, very minor signs of wear may be apparent. 

Excellent (EX): Cover is in great shape but will show the most minor signs of usage. Small amounts of wear on the corners or seams are possible, but no writing or other blemishes.

Very Good Plus (VG+): Cover will shows signs that it was used. No seam splits or heavy wear, but corners and seams will show wear. There may be the possibility of a previous owners name written on the cover, stickers or bent corners, etc. Cover graphics may have flecking or show a ring from the record.

Very Good (VG): Cover will show wear on seams and corners. Seam splits are possible. Cover graphics will be worn. Covers with heavy writing on them will earn this ranking.

Good (G): Cover is in not in great shape but will still be functional. Generally we will not list albums with covers in this shape unless the album itself is in excellent shape and the cover is the only concern or if the album is extremely rare or valuable and there may still be interest in spite of condition.

Album and cover grading is not an exact science and is subject to the opinion of the grader. We strive to be as precise as possible. If you have any questions about our grading system or a particular item please don't hesitate to contact us.