ROLLING STONES, STICKY FINGERS, ORIGINAL 1971 UK PRESS
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By the time The Rolling Stones released Sticky Fingers in 1971, there had been a two year gap since their previous studio album. This was the first LP released on the Rolling Stones Label, and expectations were high that Sticky Fingers would be a big seller. Consequently the 1971 album was produced in large numbers. Many of the pressings during that year were of poor quality, the result of over-use of worn mother stampers, which produced sub-standard records badly affected by crackle and pops. The matrix numbers of the 1971 pressings were quite random and can not be relied upon to date the order of the pressing, or indeed the quality of the pressing. I have owned several copies of Sticky Fingers over the years, at least three of which appeared to be in mint condition, with only a handful of plays on quality decks – but were virtually unlistenable due to excessive crackle and pops!!
The copy for auction here is a top quality pressing, pressed with barely any surface sound at all.
Here for auction is a truly exceptional example of the iconic album by THE ROLLING STONES titled “STICKY FINGERS”, Catalogue Number COC 59100. This is an ORIGINAL 1971 UK PRESSING on the ROLLING STONES RECORDS LABEL, with A3/B3 Matrix Numbers and “T.M.L. Rolling Stones Records” etched in the run-outs of each side. With 1st ISSUE ZIP SLEEVE designed by Andy Warhol, and complete with 1st ISSUE PHOTO/CREDITS INSERT.
The single un-laminated *1st issue* zip sleeve is in Near Mint condition (strictly graded). Unlike later issues, the ends of the spine are crimped. Apart from a few small indentations (caused by the zips of the neighbouring LPs during initial packaging), and 3 or 4 tiny knocks to the opening edges, this sleeve is pretty much as it left the printers. You can see from the photos that it is close to perfection, and will never need to be upgraded!
The top quality RSR pressing retains a deep mirror-like shine and sits flat and true on the turntable. It is visually in Near Mint condition, and has only been played a few times on top quality equipment.
PLAYGRADE ASSESSMENT:
This is a particularly vibrant and loud-cut pressing. Both sides play without fault. All frequencies are crystal clear and there is no discernable deterioration in sound quality. Lead-in and linking grooves play with near silence. The quiet introductions and passages in “Wild Horses”, “You Gotta Move”, “I Got The Blues”, “Sister Morphine” and “Moonlight Mile” all play superbly. There are no pops, no clicks, and barely any unwanted noise at all (just the very lightest of static which you would expect even on a new record). You simply will not find a significantly better playing copy!
The 1st issue card Photo/Credits Insert is also in Near Mint condition.
Complete with the original plain white inner sleeve, with “MADE IN ENGLAND” and “PATENT NO. 1,125,555” printed in blue text at the bottom. This is in EX condition, with no splits or tears, just a little creasing.
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 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 COSTS: Europe £5.50, Worldwide £7.95
INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: PAYMENT BY PAYPAL ONLY
A note about insurance:
The international postage costs listed above do not include insurance. Your invoice will include an insured option. I strongly recommend that you take up this option, but it is entirely up to you. I will not hassle you about it. You either add the required insurance or you don’t. If you do add the required insurance and your record is lost or damaged, you will get a refund. If you don't add the required insurance and your record is lost or damaged, you will not get a refund. I can’t make it any clearer than that!
The UK postage cost includes insurance up to a value of £32. If the final sale price is more than this, your invoice will include an insurance option. The same applies as specified in the above paragraph.
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