Vinyl: EMERSON LAKE & PALMER S/T 1970 1st MANTICORE Press LP VAULT COPY IMMACULATE

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We list in many cases, 'Archived' & 'mint' condition items, we are able to source from private collections all over the UK. So we hope you can be put at ease that what you are bidding on is of the highest quality.

We play through most of the records, unless the item is clearly mint, or sealed..in which case we don't play them, thus maintaining their 'unplayed' status! Obviously with some of these rare items there will be the odd 'anomoly' along the way , the odd little static pop or lead in 'sizzle' for a split second.. nothing is perfect we find! all systems differ, but we aim to describe these as accurately as possible for you.... PLEASE ENJOY THIS ITEM YOU ARE NOW LOOKING AT..

EMERSON, LAKE & PALMER

'DEBUT'

An outstanding 'ARCHIVED' example of this very collectable classic LP. A couple of plays only for this rare classic LP

Released 1970

Label MANTICORE K 43503

Matrix K43503 A1

K43503 B1 Includes the crossed out matrix next to it

THE VINYL MINT- INCREDIBLE CONDITION

As you can see, this vinyl is the highly prized 1 MATRIX UK pressing - It is in stunning condition with barely any play at all!

This first pressing is a superb vinyl which has retained its amazing glossy sheen and finish. There is no dulling anywhere and overall it is in incredible condition for an LP of this age. The edges are silky smooth, typical of these vintage pressings. We rarely see copies of this LP at all, let alone like this.

The centre hole shows a couple of skate lines, the hole remains tight with no wear.

even surplus wax around the hole!

Under a very bright light you can see there are a few tiny light whisp lines, and a few tiny hairlines that do not affect the play AND THATS ALL.

There is no damage or wear to either side or anything which spoils the play.

On listening through we ehard barely any static and it really is a stunning play..no skips pops or unanted noises.. This vinyl has survived 40+ years in quite remarkable style!

THE LABELS MINT Made in England labels with centre ring scoop

THE SLEEVE EX+ STUNNING

Correct FLAT MATT first issued earliest SHOREWOOD sleeve. Finding this LP with a sleeve as clean as this is nigh on impossible..but we have unearthed a real treasure!

Has the proud square spine, and the total flat almost textured finish (most copies we se are later low gloss round spine versions)

This whole sleeve is in SUPERB condition with the WHITE INK in pristine condition. The edges are all incredible unrubbed condition.

NO RING WEAR!!! Just some light ring press..but this is by far away the best sleeve we have seen of this LP.

All colours and inks remain in outstanding condition!!!

The spine is pretty much perfect, all titles 100% legible and immaculate, NO SQUASH OR RUB AND SUPER SHARP.

No damage or wear, just a couple of tiny spider lines over the spine edge, and the tiniest of tip rub

WE CLARIFY BY SAYING, THIS SLEEVE IS SIMPLY OUTSTANDING QUALITY.

THE INNER SLEEVE EX+

Original pat printed paper inner.

We hope you enjoy looking at this item, and good luck if you decide to bid for it...We can safely say you will not be dissapointed- If you need to know anyting else, please feel free to contact us with any questions.

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