Jerry Butler - Make It Easy On Yourself RARE '63 UK DEMO 7" Stateside SS 185 VG
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Description
Rare DEMONSTRATION RECORD - "NOT FOR SALE" UK 1962 7" single
"Make It Easy On Yourself" by the great American soul singer Jerry Butler
SIde 2 "It's Too Late"
On the Stateside record label, catalogue number 45SS 121
Matrix Numbers : Side 1 - 45 KR 3041 1N, Side 2 - 45 KR 3042 1N, with stampers "ZT" and "JR" on each side
The record has been played a number of times but the vinyl is in very good condition - flat, no beneath the surface scratches, no warping whatsoever, and most of the original sheen is still intact - just a few light, surface marks and hairlines, and on side 1 some strictly surface only faint "spots", only really visible when held up to a bright light but nothing to seriously detract from the impressive overall appearance of each side of the vinyl
The labels are excellent with just a couple of very light spindle hairlines, and are otherwise completely unmarked except for the name "Pauline" written on side 1 (see photo)
The quality of the audio is good-very good - there is some mild, background crackle but no "pops", skips, jumps, or distortion.
Comes in original Stateside protective sleeve, which is still fully functional despite some creasing
A chance to own a rare and highly collectable early 60's R&B ground breaking classic
A bit about myself - I have been collecting vinyl for over 45 years and have amassed a huge and diverse record collection. I am now selling a number of my cherished records in order to help fund my forthcoming retirement and to help optimise space. Take a look at my other ebay items - many of the records that I am selling are highly sought after by serious collectors. You should also be aware of my 100% feedback status and can be rest assured that in the unlikely event that you are unhappy with your purchase for any reason then just contact me and I will do a full refund without quibble. Enjoy your purchase - Richard
My record grading adheres to the “Record Collector” guide, which has established a set of standards for the condition of second-hand records. These indicate the amount of wear and tear the disc, sleeve, and other items (such as lyric inserts) have been subject to and the condition that they are in at present. The seven standard condition categories, and descriptions of what each one means, are listed below:
Mint
The records 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 are torn, stained and/or defaced
Poor
The record will not play properly due to scratches, bad surface noise, etc. The cover and contents are 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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