DECCA SXL 2170/1 ED1 WBG PUCCINI 'LA BOHEME' SERAFIN 2 LP BOX + LIBRETTO
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Description
PUCCINI 'La Boheme'
CONDUCTED BY TULLIO SERAFIN
A lovely copy - Fully play graded - 18 quality photographs below
ORIGINAL UK ED1 'WIDE BAND GROOVED' STEREO PRESSING
'ORIGINAL RECORDING BY' FFSS UNBOXED BLACK DECCA LABELS
CATALOGUE# SXL 2170/1
HINGED BOX + ORIGINAL LIBRETTO AND DECCA POLY-LINED INNER SLEEVES
FULL RELEASE DETAILS CAN BE FOUND BELOW THE PHOTO GALLERY
ALL POSTAGE/SHIPPING TERMS & CONDITIONS CAN BE FOUND BELOW; PLEASE READ THESE. OVERSEAS SALES UNDER £20 IN TOTAL VALUE MAY BE SENT VIA STANDARD AIRMAIL AT A CHEAPER RATE THAN THAT SHOWN; PLEASE WAIT FOR MY INVOICE.
CONDITION REPORT & PHOTO GALLERY
AUDIO This has been completely play graded from start to finish and all sides played through really well with a rich clear audio and without jumping or sticking.The record delivered a very clean sound with some background in parts which was more noticeable on disc one (sides 1 & 4). Some occasional clicks. A very pleasant listening experience overall, with disc two performing better.
VINYL (VISUAL): VERY GOOD(+); the vinyl looks great and and has retained its shine with just some light hairlines and the odd light minor mark. Disc two's appearance is probably slightly better.
All labels look great, clean, with just some light spindle marks.
BOX & LIBRETTO: The box is in EXCELLENT condition overall. Just very light wear + some light foxing/age spots to the rear. It is still fully hinged. Two corners have split.
The libretto is in super condition all round; little to fault bar a small light mark to the rear. Looks wonderful.
click to enlarge RELEASE DETAILS
LABEL: Decca
YEAR OF RELEASE: 1959
COUNTRY OF RELEASE: UK
CATALOGUE NUMBER: SXL 2170/71
MATRIX NUMBERS: ZAL-4551-4D / ZAL-4554-2E / ZAL-4552-1D / ZAL-4553-1D
MOTHER / STAMPER CODES: 1 H / 21 UH / 21 A / 21 DE
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GRADING
Unless otherwise stated, all of my records have been play tested before listing using a Rega P3-24 turntable with Ortofon 2M Blue cartridge & stylus. I describe honestly and accurately but please bear in mind that I am only human and such things are always subjective. I tend to grade records conservatively and believe that my feedback speaks for itself.
Please take confidence from the fact that I have been a collector myself for over 20 years (please check my feedback as a buyer) and know only too well how disappointing it is to receive an inaccurately described record.
I also grade visually using a strong halogen lamp.
I use the Record Collector grading system as shown below.
POSTAGE / SHIPPING
I WILL ALWAYS COMBINE SHIPPING FOR MULTIPLE PURCHASES AND OFFER A DISCOUNT. PLEASE ASK FOR A QUOTE IN ADVANCE.
I post worldwide and pack all records in custom made (stiff) card mailers and add extra packaging inside to ensure a safe delivery. I will provide a protective polythene sleeve and the record and inner will be removed from the outer sleeve to prevent seam splits in transit. I want your record to get to you in the condition that it was when it left me.
For any records that come with printed inner sleeves, I will also provide an additional plain inner.
As a general rule, shipping will be discounted ie. I lose money on the costs of buying my packaging. I do not profit from this; please remember that my costs are not simply those shown on the stamp!
Shipping rates quoted are valid up to a total sale value of £2500 within the UK and £250 for overseas buyers. Overseas buyers please note that any item or items with a total value of £20 or more must be sent by International Signed For with no exceptions at the rate shown. Please ask for a quote or wait for my invoice if the final sale is more than £250.
CUSTOMS DECLARATIONS FOR OVERSEAS ORDERS: Please note that for overseas orders from outside the EU I am obliged to complete a customs declaration and must enter the true value of the package's contents on the declaration. It is the BUYER'S responsibility to ensure that all import duties are known and paid.
Please send me a message if anything is unclear and I will be happy to help.
RECORD COLLECTOR GRADING SYSTEM
MINT: The record itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks or deterioration in sound quality. The cover and any extra items such as the lyric sheet, booklet or poster are in perfect condition. Records advertised as Sealed or Unplayed should be Mint.
EXCELLENT: The record shows some signs of having been played, but there is very little lessening in sound quality. The cover and packaging might have slight wear and / or creasing.
VERY GOOD: The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable surface marks and the occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items, without any major defects, is acceptable.
GOOD: The record has been played so much that the sound quality has noticeably deteriorated, perhaps with some distortion and mild scratches. The cover and contents suffer from folding, scuffing of edges, spine splits, discolouration, etc.
FAIR: The record is still just playable but has not been cared for properly and displays considerable surface noise; it may even jump. The cover and contents will be torn, stained and / or defaced.
POOR: The record will not play properly due to scratches, bad surface noise, etc. The cover and contents will be badly damaged or partly missing.
BAD: The record is unplayable or might even be broken, and is only of use as a collection filler.
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