Queen : Pain Is So Close To Pleasure 12'' Single (USA)

The 12'' version of 'Pain...' on S1 plays with superb clarity from start to finish.  There is no interference, not one single click or pop and no static or crackle either.  This has hardly been played judging by the definition of the audio here.  The 7'' version and 'Don't Lose Your Head' on S2 are of the same immaculate standard with no 'background' again.  All tracks are 'as new' and the playback is Mint although I will grade as Mint- so as to adhere to Record Collector guidelines!

The record has a stunning glossy sheen and I cannot even see any hairlines.  There is just one minor scuff on S2 but it has no affect on the superb quality of the audio.  There are only 2/3 small spindle traces on each side and it is obvious this vinyl has been so well preserved down the years.

The cover is in excellent condition with only a little shelf wear.  Made with thick card the edges have hardly any rubbing and the spine remains in superb order also.  There is minimal corner wear and the opening edge just has a little handling wear.  The front cover has one 10cm crease lower left but is not too obvious and is otherwise very clean.  The back cover has a little ringwear and a few small 'rubs' around the edges.  An excellent example overall with only minor wear I would say.

Capitol // V 15260 // X100282 A / B // Mastered by Capitol w/WALLY etched in the run out grooves

The audio on S1 is Mint-

The audio on S2 is Mint-

The cover is Ex+

Play tested on my Pro-Ject Essential III Turntable / B&W 684 Speakers

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I grade according to "Record Collector" guidelines.

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Postage & Packaging

I SHIP WORLDWIDE BUT WHEN SENDING ITEMS TO ITALY, RUSSIA/UKRAINE AND SOUTH AMERICA I WILL ONLY SEND THEM VIA TRACKED SHIPPING AND THIS COSTS AN ADDITIONAL £5.00.

WHEN ITEMS SELL BETWEEN £50.00 AND £250.00 AND ARE TO BE SENT TO ANY INTERNATIONAL DESTINATION TRACKED SHIPPING IS AGAIN NECESSARY AND COSTS AN ADDITIONAL £7.50 AS EXTRA INSURANCE IS REQUIRED.

FOR ITEMS OVER £250.00 PLEASE CONTACT ME AS THERE WILL BE A HIGHER INSURANCE PREMIUM AND WILL HAVE TO BE SENT VIA A COURIER SERVICE AND THE COSTS CAN VARY.  THE ROYAL MAIL ONLY INSURE UP TO £250.00 HENCE THE NEED FOR ANOTHER SERVICE.  PLEASE CONTACT ME FOR THE EXACT AMOUNT AND THEN WAIT FOR THE INVOICE.  PLEASE ONLY BID IF YOU AGREE WITH THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS, MANY THANKS.

COMBINED POSTAGE IS ALWAYS OFFERED WHEN MORE THAN ONE ITEM IS WON.

ALL VINYLS ARE PACKAGED IN STRONG CUSTOM MADE OVER-SIZED MAILERS WITH EXTRA CARDBOARD PROTECTION. THEY ARE PLACED IN SEPARATE POLY-LINED INNERS OUTSIDE THE COVER IN ORDER TO AVOID SEAM SPLITS IN THE POST. EVERYTHING IS THEN PLACED INSIDE A PVC SLEEVE TO PROVIDE EXTRA PROTECTION. I PRIDE MYSELF ON MY HIGH QUALITY PACKAGING AS MY FEEDBACK TESTIFIES AND IF ANY CUSTOMER HAS ANY SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS I WILL ALWAYS ENDEAVOUR TO HELP.

UK Postage Rates (First Class)

LPs/12" singles : £5.45 (recorded) up to 1kg then £0.95 per extra item 

7" singles / CDs : £1.95 then £0.35 per extra

EUROPE (Standard)

LPs/12" singles : £8.95 then £1.75 per extra 

7" singles / CDs : £5.45 then £0.95 per extra 

REST OF WORLD (Standard)  

LPs/12" singles : £12.45 then £2.50 per extra

7" singles / CDs : £6.95 then £1.45 per extra

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