The Open Mind - S/T - UK Philips SBL 7893 - UK Philips Press

	£		245
	$		325

So here we go...

Up for sale is - The Open Mind - S/T - UK Philips Press - SBL 7893

Before I delve into the listing, I want to point out that this particular psych masterpiece (Ranked #83 in the most collectable LP's ever in Record Collector magazine, but I'm sure you knew that already!) was obviously enjoyed and spun back in the day. I would not say this is a collection filler by any means, but it is not in mint or excellent condition. For further details, please read on below. Good luck!

Details -

 Sleeve - This single, fully laminated, Made in England by Philips, sleeve is in a strong VG+ condition. Very light laminate lifting towards the spine on front and back of sleeve. Very light ring wear to front of sleeve. Light creases to front and back of sleeve as well.  

 Labels/Spine/Inner - Spindle wear is detected, so I would grade them VG+. The spine is fully legible, and in EX condition.                                                      

Matrix #'s (Machine stamped of course) - Side A - 844241 1Y//3 420 111 Side B - 844241 2Y//2 420 111 

Vinyl - Visually both sides retain their beautiful gloss, but there are lots of scratches on both sides that are visible, but definitely more prevalent on side 1. Playgraded on my LINN SONDEK LP12 (The only reason I mention my table, is because this is how playback sounded to me on my table. On your particular table playback might be totally different than it was on mine. Heck, it might be even better!), Side 1 exhibits lots of crackle and static underneath during playback, but not intolerable, and all crackle and static that is heard diminishes towards the middle and end of the side. Side 2 is better, with crackle and static much less to the forefront than it is at the beginning of side 1. Most importantly, there are no skips, jumps, and or loud pops that can be heard during playback. A strong cleaning might help as well, but sadly, I do not own a cleaner. I would grade the vinyl as VG.  

Don't miss out on obtaining this mega rare LP! It's a masterpiece for sure, and one that, even in this lesser than perfect condition, doesn't show up very often. Have to make space for other things, so that's why I'm letting this one go!  

 I'm listing around 7 more rare UK presses from various labels (Transatlantic, Windmill, Philips, Blue Liberty, etc.) today, so please check my listings for other rare UK finds.  Thanks bidding and good luck!!

Shipping/Payment - I will ship worldwide, and postage is not free. The LP will be shipped in a solid LP mailer, and will leave my hands in the exact same condition described above. Shipping rate will be calculated after auction ends, but I'm very fair with my shipping rates, as I'm a fellow collector, and am not in this to make any extra money off shipping, but if you do have any questions/comments about shipping, feel free to contact me at anytime, and I'll try to answer your question to the best of my ability!! The easiest payment type accepted is Paypal, but if you need to use another form of payment, feel free to email me beforehand so we can discuss what you plan to use!! Prompt payment is appreciated, but please try to forward payment to me within 7 days. Concerning returns & partial refunds,  buyers have 14 days to notify me about a problem with an LP. Please kindly describe the problem to me (please don’t re-grade the LP), and we'll go from there. 

Grading - M - Like new EX+ - Nice…, but not  m- EX - Some cover wear which will be described in some detail.  At least a visual mark on the vinyl but light in nature and should play okay though there could be light surface sound VG+ - Seam splits , ringwear, cover wear, small sticker tears etc can come into play. On the vinyl there may be visual marks (eg. scuffs, hairline scratches). There can be some background surface sound. VG - More wear on covers and more wear on LPs (multiple marks) Most likely surface sounds though the LPs may rise above the music should be able to play without skipping or repeating. 

Thanks again for looking, and good luck bidding!! Cheers!!