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  THE ROLLING STONES - AFTERMATH

The ULTRA RARE 'SHADOW' COVER

UK ORIGINAL 1st Pressing - One of the rarest Rolling Stones collectable vinyls!

THIS IS AN ORIGINAL U.K.  PRESSING, FIRST RELEASED IN 1966. A Complete Original PRESSING of this extreme rarity, IN GREAT CONDITION!

CAT NO:....

DECCA  LK 4786  

LABEL PRESS DETAILS:

UN Boxed RED and SILVER DECCA MONO Label - XARL - 7209 - ffrr - FULL FREQUENCY RANGE RECORDING

MATRIX NOs. ON RUN-OUT GROOVE

side 1. 2 U A - XARL - 7209 -  6 B    ( Unique press also stamped  with 2 U A )

side 2. XARL  - 7210 - 4 A

MOTHER STAMPERS:

Side 1. ''  6  3  B     H I ''  (RARE EARLY MATCHING STAMPERS)

Side 2. '' 1              H I '' 

TRACK LISTING..

Side one - "Mother's Little Helper" –  "Stupid Girl" –   "Lady Jane" –  "Under My Thumb" –  "Doncha Bother Me" – "Goin' Home" 

Side two - "Flight 505" –   "High and Dry" –  "Out of Time" –  "It's Not Easy" –  "I Am Waiting" –   "Take It or Leave It" –  "Think" – "What to Do" 

100% GENUINE COMPLETE UK PRESS.  

 

Aftermath, first released on 15 April 1966, by Decca Records is the fourth British studio album by The Rolling Stones. It was released in the United States on 20 June 1966 by London Records as their sixth American album. The album proved to be a major artistic breakthrough for The Rolling Stones, being the first full-length release by the band to consist exclusively of Mick Jagger / Keith Richards compositions. Aftermath was also the first Rolling Stones album to be recorded entirely in the United States, at the legendary RCA Studios in Hollywood, California at 6363 Sunset Boulevard, and the first album the band released in stereo.

The 1st ever pressings came with what has come to be known as the SHADOW cover, as the word AFTERMATH came with a shadowy underlay design. This was almost immediately withdrawn and only a handful were printed. This has become one of he rarest album covers of the 1960's and is near impossible to find in any condition. 

The album is also notable for its musical experimentation, with Brian Jones playing a variety of instruments not usually associated with rock music—including sitar on "Paint It, Black", the Appalachian dulcimer on "Lady Jane" and "I Am Waiting", the marimbas (African xylophone) on "Under My Thumb" and "Out of Time," harmonica on "High and Dry" and "Goin' Home", as well as guitar and keyboards. The song writing featured some of the Stones' most overtly misogynistic lyrics and, though full of experiments as noted above, much of the music was still rooted in Chicago electric blues.

As with all the Stones pre-1967 LPs, different editions were released in the UK and the USA. This was a common feature of British pop albums at that time—the same practice was applied to all The Beatles albums prior to Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Heart's Club Band—because UK albums typically did not include tracks that had already been released as singles, and because British pop albums generally included 13 or 14 tracks, while American albums usually featured 11 or 12 tracks.

The original British version of Aftermath was issued in April 1966 as a fourteen-track LP. Issued between the non-LP single releases of "19th Nervous Breakdown" and "Paint It, Black", Aftermath was a major hit in the UK, spending eight weeks at #1 on the UK album chart.

ALBUM PLAYED FOR AUDIO GRADING:

Yes – great sound quality throughout!

This great record plays up to the visual grading and beyond. Strong, undistorted sound free of loud pops or clicks. This is a great pressing of this original Stones giant, with that early rich sound normally found on great first pressings!

There is some occasional very light background static, the occasional light static tic, but any surface sound is light and infrequent. Super strong audio, the album plays right through with no repeating unwanted noises. 

This rare record plays with clear strong sound, with vibrant audio throughout. Strong, undistorted sound, the frequencies are sharp and clear and free of loud pops or clicks and little sound between the tracks. The start of the record on both sides is extremely clear, with  very slight background static only. The channels are clean and unstressed with no evidence of any groove-wear whatsoever. I will give a detailed account below:

Side 1. starts of with with barely any light static in the run in, and then 'Mother's Little Helper' comes in and the audio is clear and bright, with very little static and no loud pops or clicks. 'Stupid Girl' maintains the same high standard, with barely any light occasional background static, it plays with super clear sound and no loud pops. 

'Lady Jane',  starts off with some light static and the music is clear and bright. There are no loud pops or clicks and no distortion what so ever, just one or two random tics. 

This is the track on AfterMath that so often suffers from a lot of surface noise and over playing. Here it sounds great with just some very light static.

'Under My Thumb' plays with bright, clear audio. There is also some very light background static and a single very light click near the start of the track.

'Doncha Bother Me' plays with great audio, as does 'Goin Home', no loud clicks, just some light occasional static and a couple of light tics near the start of 'Goin Home'. This track plays with no distortion, and I can confirm that there is no distortion anywhere on the vinyl. Very clear audio, it really sounds great. 

 

Side 2. begins with 'Flight 505', which plays with a very quite intro and plays with barely any light static and no tics. Then the music comes in with no loud pops or clicks and no distortion what so ever. This is a track that can have a lot of static. On this pressing there is very little light background static during the music. 'High and Dry' plays with great clear sound, just and some light occasional static and a single click, the audio clear and bright, you can hear Mick Jagger breathing under the music. 

'Out of Time' plays again with bright sound and very little background static, just a single light click near the start. Leading into 'Its Not Easy', it plays with great audio, and no loud pops or clicks, and barely any very light and very occasional static. 'I am Waiting' plays with great audio, with no loud pops or clicks, just a single light pop in the middle of the track.  'Take it or Leave It', and 'Think' both play with no loud pops or clicks, some light static, a couple of random tics and not a hint of distortion anywhere. 'What to Do' rounds of this great album with clear, bright audio. 

This original pressing plays with bright clear audio, with barely any static or surface sound. The music jumps out, with definition and clarity, particularly on the percussion instruments, and vocals which come through with tremendous power. As with the bass guitar and drums, whilst the guitars come through crisp and clear. 

Graded at EXCELLENT PLUS. 

THE RECORD - VISUAL GRADING 

A wonderful piece of heavy glossy vinyl. The vinyl is extra thick, with No scratches, this record looks unplayed, it's an absolutely beautiful piece. The record has only the faintest of handling marks, which can be seen under a very strong spot light. This original vinyl has been barely played with no groove wear.

Graded at NEAR MINT. 

VINYL TESTED FOR ANY SIGNS OF WARPING:

Yes, NONE visible what so ever when tested be sight and on a moving turntable.    

LABELS 

Splendid deeply coloured attractive examples.  No wear around the hole areas, with all ink uneroded and fully intact, no visible spindle traces. Stunning! 

Graded at NEAR MINT.

COVER 

The 1st ever pressings of Aftermath came with what has come to be known as the SHADOW cover, as the word AFTERMATH came with a shadowy underlay design. This was almost immediately withdrawn and only a very small run were printed. This has become one of the rarest album covers of the 1960's and is near impossible to find in any condition. 

This great 1st pressing comes with original  Robert Stace sleeve, laminated on the front only and with the Shadow design. There are no splits or tears, little rubbing and very little ring wear. There are some laminate creases and general,handling marks, the sleeve is intact and in great condition.

The spine is intact,  and the opening edges are square and un frayed. The background colour has slight yellowing and nothing in the way of staining or indentations. A great original press example.

Graded at VERY GOOD PLUS to EXCELLENT. 

THE INNER

Comes with Original 1966 DECCA UK MADE IN ENGLAND Ploy Lined Inner sleeve, in great CONDITION. No tears, creasing or stains, a superb example. The record will of course come in a poly lined replacement inner, to protect the original.

Graded at EXCELLENT.

RARITY

It is getting harder and harder to find good examples of original pressings of AFTERMATH, and very hard if not almost impossible to find original examples that are complete and intact, having no damage or excessive wear. 

The cover is almost impossible to find without serious wear, even modestly worn examples are scarce! This is an un boxed Mono label pressing, with a vinyl and cover in great condition.

All of this makes this an incredible rarity and a chance to buy an original pressing of this Stones Classic in stunning condition!

CLASSIC UK R&B / ROCK album by THE ROLLING STONES.

RARE COMPLETE CLASSIC ORIGINAL VINYLS WITH TOP AUDIO AND GREAT CONDITION THROUGHOUT

WE SPECIALISE IN RARE COLLECTABLE PRESSINGS - WITH GREAT SOUND UNINTERRUPTED BY INTERFERENCE. NO LOUD POPS OR CLICKS, JUMPS OR REPEATS - GUARANTEED!

GREAT ORIGINAL COVERS WITH NO SEAM SPLITS, TEARS, WRITING OR STICKERS!

VINYL

We sell the highest quality examples of Classic Vinyl. Large format art work covers with the original sound and mix unique to the best original pieces, giving the highest audio depth and performance. Vinyl prices have soared over the last ten years, making classic examples a great financial and cultural investment.  

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SCRUPULOUS EXAMINATION and TESTING:

All our records are play tested on highly sensitive equipment to ensure the sound quality and accuracy of description. We aim to give a precise and concise description of the sound, pointing out the slightest defect so that you know exactly what you are buying. We aim to describe all records as accurately as possible, and offer a full refund on return if for any reason you are not completely happy with the item description.

VINYL SOUND - PLEASE NOTE:

Highest quality vinyl with clear sound is rare, and what we always aim for. We only sell records that play with TOP AUDIO performance; super clear sound uninterrupted by hiss or other interference. Even with the cleanest pressing you will find occasional static or occasional light tics during playback, caused by a build of dust in the grooves. This is clearly different from the distortion, loud pops, repeating tics or clicks that are found on heavily played and worn pieces of vinyl. Any static build up will reduce when played, and we advise a light clean between plays for optimal performance. 

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IMAGES and INFORMATION

We only use photographs of the item for sale taken with professional digital cameras. The images are designed to be as clear as possible, giving an exact representation of the item. We aim to give sufficient and accurate detail as possible, so that you know exactly what you are buying. Please let us know if you need any further information and we will be happy to oblige.

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BRILLIANT LP MINT CONDITION, AWESOME SELLAR, 1ST CLASS PACKAGING, NO PROBLEMS A+

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Great LP from a great seller. Thanks !! Very well packaged. AAA+++

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RETURN POLICY:

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed ; - returns accepted with out question. If you are not happy then any item can be returned, we cant say fairer that that!

WE ONLY SELL RARE RECORDS THAT ARE IN GREAT CONDITION. IF THERE IS ANY SLIGHT DEFECT, IT WILL BE CLEARLY STATED.

If in the unlikely event that you may want to return an item, or that we have missed something in the listing, we offer a no quibble return policy. Items must be returned within 12 Days of receipt, and returned in the same condition that they were sent out in. Return postage must be paid by buyer, unless there is a particular fault with the item, and then we will pay the full postage costs!

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RECORD GRADING SYSTEM IS AS FOLLOWS - ( BASED ON RECORD COLLECTOR MAGAZINE U.K. )

MINT: Virtually unplayed. The record itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks or deterioration in sound quality. Cover is pristine.

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.

V.G PLUS: The record will still be nice and shiny, but may have a few light marks, and will play well. Slight wear and tear on the cover.

V.G: The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable surface marks and occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items.

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, etc.

FAIR: Fair. It is noticeable that the record has been played so much that the sound quality has deteriorated very noticeably. The cover and contents are showing signs of folding, scuffing of edges etc.

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POSTAGE AND PAYMENT DETAILS : -

Items will be extremely well sealed and securely wrapped using the best possible packaging for safe handling and delivery. We send items all round the globe with 100% success! We sell top quality rare records to discerning buyers. We do not make money from the postage costs and aim to keep the prices at a reasonable rate, while never offering a cheap or second rate service. 

IT IS AN ABSOLUTE PRIORITY THAT THE RECORDS YOU BUY GET TO YOU IN PERFECT CONDITION. All RECORDS ARE REMOVED FROM THEIR MAIN COVER AND PLACED IN A BRAND NEW REPLACEMENT INNER SLEEVES TO AVOID ANY CHANCE OF EDGE SPLITS OR KNIFING. THEY ARE HELD SAFELY IN EXTRA THICK PLASTIC SLEEVES, AND THEN SECURED WITH SEVERAL EXTRA LAYERS OF REINFORCED CARD BOARD AND PADDING, DOUBLE BOXED IN EXTRA STRONG PROFESSIONAL RECORD CONTAINERS TO ENSURE SAFE ARRIVAL. WE HAVE A 100% SUCCESS RATE AND AIM TO KEEP IT THAT WAY.

Example of packaging used

UK - First Class Signed For Recorded Delivery with Insurance : = £5.00

UK Special Signed For Next Day Delivery with Insurance : = £8.90

EUROPE - International Airmail Signed For Recorded Delivery with Insurance : = £11.95

INTERNATIONAL, Non-Europe e.g. USA, Japan, Russia, Australia etc. International Airmail Signed For Recorded Delivery with Insurance : = £18.95

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Reduced postage for multiple records up to 30% off extra items.

POSTAGE WILL BE FIRST CLASS OR THE FASTEST AND SAFEST POSSIBLE ALTERNATIVE, - RECORDED WITH TRACKING AND INSURANCE. ALL ITEMS ARE FULLY INSURED AND COVERED FOR THE SAFEST DELIVERY POSSIBLE, AT NO EXTRA COST TO YOU. GUARANTEED!

POSTAGE RECEIPTS AND PROOF OF POSTAGE IS ALWAYS AVAILABLE. 

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PAYMENTS 

Payments must be made within 3 days of purchasing unless an alternative arrangement has been agreed upon. 

Pay Pal or bank transfers are accepted for International buyers. We accept Pay Pal, bank transfers or postal orders within the UK. Records will be sent out immediately on receipt of payment.

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