Misfits - "Static Age" (Lp 1997) US First Press YELLOW Translucent

$

300

This is an incredibly nice copy of the Misfits album "Static Age", released on vinyl in 1997. This is the yellow translucent version, of which only 1000 copies were made. The sleeve is in great shape with no tears along any of the edges, though it has a little age appropriate wear and a little scuffing. There are three tiny rips on one edge (see pics, looks about the size of a staple hole). The inner sleeve is near mint, as is the vinyl itself. Looks as if its never been played (and in fact hasn't the entirety of my owning of it). This copy is really, really nice. No returns, so make sure you check out the pictures and ask any questions you may have before bidding. Thanks so much for looking!





Hello and thanks for looking at this record! All records I sell are from my own personal collection, a collection that has grown from 20 years of working in different area music shops. I grade loosely on the Goldmine scale, but more likely its best to read my descriptions, check out the photos and ask questions. That said, I am pretty particular about what I put up for sale, and if I didn't think it was worth at least what I list at the starting bid, I wouldn't waste your time or mine. Each album gets a thorough visual inspection and if I believe there to be any issue with playback I will check that too. These albums have been kept in a smoke free, climate controlled home, where they have rarely been played (if played at all in most cases). If you see anything you like make sure you check out what else I have listed. I often list similar bands and genres at the same time and can ship things together to make it a bit cheaper. Thanks again for taking the time to check all this out and let me know if there is anything I can do!
Mint [M]: Absolutely perfect in every way - certainly never played, possibly even still sealed. (More on still sealed below). Should be used sparingly as a grade, if at all.   *Near Mint [NM or M-]: A nearly perfect record. Many dealers won't give a grade higher than this implying (perhaps correctly) that no record is ever truly perfect. The record shows no obvious sign of wear. A 45 rpm sleeve has no more than the most minor defects, such as almost invisible ring wear or other signs of slight handling. An LP jacket has no creases, folds, seam splits or any other noticeable similar defect. No cut-out holes, either. And of course, the same is true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves, and the like. Basically, Near Mint looks as if you just got it home from a new record store and removed the shrink wrap.     Very Good Plus [VG+]: Shows some signs that it was played and otherwise handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. Record surfaces may show some slight signs of wear and may have slight scuffs or very light scratches that don't affect one's listening experience. Slight warps that do not affect the sound are OK. The label may have some ring wear or discoloration, but is should be barely noticeable. The center hole is not misshapen by repeated play. Picture sleeves and LP inner sleeves will have some slight wear, lightly turn-up corners, or a slight seam-split. An LP jacket my have slight signs of wear also and may be marred by a cut-out hole, indentation or corner indicating it was taken out of print and sold at a discount. In general, if not for a couple of minor things wrong with it, this would be Near Mint. All but the most mint-crazy collectors will find a Very Good Plus record highly acceptable.   Very Good [VG]: Many of the defects found in a VG+ record are more pronounced in a VG disc. Surface noise is evident upon playing, especially in soft passages and during the song's intro and fade, but will not overpower the music otherwise. Groove wear will start to be noticeable, as will light scratches deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound. Labels may be marred by writing, or have tape or stickers (or their residue) attached. The same will be true of picture sleeves or LP covers. However, it will not have all of these problems at the same time, only two or three of them.   Good [G], Good Plus [G+]: Good does not mean bad! A record in Good or Good Plus condition can be put onto a turntable and will play through without skipping. But it will have significant surface noise and scratches and visible groove wear. A jacket or sleeve has seam splits, especially at the bottom or on the spine. Tape, writing, ring wear or other defects will start to overwhelm the object. If it's a common item, you'll probably find another copy in better shape eventually. Pass it up. But if it's something you have been seeking for years, and the price is right, get it.   Poor [P], Fair [F]: The record is cracked, badly warped, and won't play through without skipping or repeating. The picture sleeve is water damaged, split on all three seams and heavily marred by wear and/or writing. The LP jacket barely keeps the LP inside it. Inner sleeves are fully seam split, and written upon. Except for impossibly rare records otherwise unattainable, records in this condition should be bought or sold for no more than a few cents each.   Still Sealed [SS] : Let the buyer beware, unless it's a U.S. pressing from the last 10-15 years or so. It's too easy to reseal on. Yes, some legitimately never-opened LPs from the 1960s still exist. But if you're looking for a specific pressing, the only way you can know for sure is to open the record. Also, European imports are not factory-sealed, so if you see them advertised as sealed, someone other than the manufacturer sealed them.