JIMI HENDRIX, AXIS: BOLD AS LOVE, SUPERB 1967 UK TRACK
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Description
Here for auction is an exceptional example of the iconic second album by JIMI HENDRIX titled “AXIS: BOLD AS LOVE”, Catalogue Number 613 003. This is an ORIGINAL 1967 UK STEREO 1st PRESSING on the TRACK RECORD LABEL, with the earliest Av1, Bv1 Matrix Numbers and double ridged Track labels. Complete with a superb 1st issue fully-laminated E. J. Day gatefold sleeve.
The fully-laminated psychedelic gatefold sleeve, printed and made by Ernest J. Day & Co. Ltd. London, is in EX condition (strictly graded) with just very light signs of wear and only minor creasing. The front and back covers and opening gatefold spread are unmarked. The spine is square and solid with just a little rubbing at the tips. You can see from the photos that this is a beautiful sleeve which should please most collectors.
The top quality Track record is very solidly pressed and retains a deep mirror-like shine.
The full Matrix Numbers and stampers are:
Side 1 – 613003 A v 1 1 1 2 3
Side 2 – 613003 B v 1 1 1 reverse 2? 3
Both sides are visually in EX condition with just a few very light sleeve-removal type rub marks and hairlines evident under bright light. These are purely superficial and do not cause any audio problems. The matt black Track labels are unmarked with only a few light spindle traces near the centres. There is virtually no wear around the spindle hole. I am confident that the record has not been played many times.
PLAYGRADE ASSESSMENT:
The stereo mix is very different to the mono. It plays quieter and is more subtle, but reveals more detail and better instrument separation. The record plays perfectly. All frequencies are crystal clear and there is no discernable deterioration in sound quality. There are no pops or loud clicks and barely any unwanted noise at all (just occasional very light surface sound which is never intrusive and only mentioned for complete accuracy). This is particularly important for this album as there are quite a few quiet introductions and passages which can easily be ruined by excessive surface sound. If you are looking for a stereo 1st pressing with faultless playback – this is it! Almost impossible to improve upon.
Complete with the original white poly-lined inner sleeve which is in EX condition. This has no splits or tears, just some age discoloration.
GRADINGS
The records that I offer for sale have been critically play-graded, at loud volume, on a Rega Planar 3 turntable fitted with an Elys 2 cartridge. I will only sell records that play to a high standard. My gradings are strict and in accordance with the following descriptions:
· MINT- Record is superb, almost like new, with just a few sleeve removal type surface marks and no deterioration in sound quality. Sleeve is near perfect in all respects.
· EX Record is a top quality example, with just a few very light surface marks which do not sound, and barely any discernable deterioration in sound quality. Sleeve has slight wear and/or creasing.
· VG Record has some visual surface marks, but still plays to a high standard without any major deterioration in sound quality – just a few clicks or light surface sound in places. Sleeve has normal wear and tear without any major defects. Still a very presentable sleeve.
PACKAGING & POSTAGE
Records are sent out in new “Wrapro” record mailers. These are rectangular and strong, providing excellent protection to the edges and corners. Records are removed from both inner and outer sleeves in order to prevent seam-splits in transit.
INTERNATIONAL POSTAGE
Due to PayPal’s Buyer Protection Policy, LPs posted outside of the UK (paid for by PayPal) will only be sent International Signed-For with insurance
Europe up to £36 value - £9.95
Europe over £36 value - £12.15
Worldwide up to £36 value - £12.45
Worldwide over £36 value - £14.65
Multiple LPs will be charged at an extra £2.00 per LP (up to 4 in total)
The UK postage cost includes insurance up to a value of £36. If the final sale price is more than this, your invoice will include a Special Delivery Next Day insurance option.
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