THE BEATLES RUBBER SOUL LP PMC 1267 VG/G 1965 UK 1ST PRESS 'LOUD CUT'
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Description
Beatles, The ?– Rubber Soul
Label:Parlophone ?– PMC 1267
Format:Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono, "Loud Cut", Garrod & Lofthouse print
Country:UK
Released:03 Dec 1965
Genre:Rock, Pop
Style:Pop Rock
Matrix Side 1: XEX 579-1 MO 3 Matrix Side 2: XEX 580-1 MA 1
All records are graded to the Record Collector Guidelines, with extra information added as required when play tested. Also all photos above are of the exact record you will receive if successful.
This record is in very good condition. It has spindle marks visible on the labels and also stickers and sticker damage to both sides. The damage to side 2 label caused by a sticker is quite nasty so please study the pictures well. I would grade the labels as fair. The labels have sans-serif typeface on A-side labels and serif typeface on B-side labels which I think is pretty rare as it is usually the other way round.
As for the vinyl itself, both sides have loads of light surface lines visible in normal light. There are even more incredibly light wispy lines visible under very bright white light, but nothing deep or sinister. The record still has a lovely shine, no heavy, serious scuffs and no blemishes.
I play tested the record on my system(SME tonearm, Ortofon stylus and Technics deck) and it plays really well. It lays flat and there is next to no movement in the record arm. There is very light interference with a crackle in the run in/out and between songs but this is mild considering the light marks and overall the audio grade would be at least very good+. It is despite the marks and wear to the record a very enjoyable audio experience with no annoying clicks, next to no pops and barely a crackle during play.
The sleeve is in good condition. It has wear to the edges and corners which has caused a 3" split along the centre of the bottom edge(pics) and also a 1" split from the bottom right corner edge(pics). Other than these problems the edges are all solid enough and the text on the spine is legible. The laminated front has quite a few creases, a faint ring mark and a small scuff towards the left hand side. The back has age related discolouring all over(pics) and also a 1.5" tear to the left(record entry) edge. There is also an old sticker mark in the bottom right corner, above the '12 LL Printed and made by Garrod & Lofthouse Ltd, Patents pending PMC 1267 PCS 3075' text.
So overall not an ideal copy by any standards but also far from a disaster. The vinyl despite its light marks produces great audio and was a pleasure to play test with no annoying clicks to upset me. The sleeve despite its obvious flaws is still solid enough and is by no means falling to bits.
The inner which is of the 'Use Emitex' Poly-lined variety is in good shape with no serious issues, but some age related discolouring and creasing.
The record will be packaged in cardboard stiffeners and bubble wrapped thoroughly when dispatched. It will also be sent in a brand new protective plastic sleeve, and within 24hrs of receiving payment to ensure swift delivery.
I hope my photos are comprehensive enough but if you have any questions then don't hesitate to contact me. Also please check my Ebay feedback for a positive history of record grading, A1 communication and quick delivery times.
All offers are considered and are more than welcome.
Many thanks for looking.
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