Description: I do not guess at the sound quality by visual grading only.I play grade all of the records that are offered in my listings on a Townshend Elite Rock Turntable, Origin Live Onyx Tonearm and Dynavector Karat 17DX Cartridge. I find that this setup gives me a good insight into the quality of the record that is being presented.Firstly I clean the vinyl thoroughly on my record vacuum machine, treat both sides with an anti-static gun, then play the whole album from beginning to end. While listening, I take notes of anything that may be a problem and if significant I will mention it in my listing. My aim in doing this is to assure you that the record you receive will be as described.I try to take good quality photos while insuring that I include the whole album cover, not cutting off the edges that I see in so many listings, so that you can examine the item closely to get a full and accurate picture of what is on offer. I do not sell records that skip or jump. This album is from my own collection that I bought brand new in 1978. 10ccBloody Tourists UK First Pressing - 1978Label - MercuryCat No. 9102 503 Matrix No's Side 1 - 9102503 1v//4 STR 11 13 STRAWBERRY Side 2 - 9102503 2V//3 STR 14 6 STRAWBERRY Condition: -The laminated cover is in Excellent condition. There is a bit of mild rubbing around the edges. No seam splits.The inner sleeve with lyrics is in Excellent condition. There is some mild creasing around the edges but no seam splits. The labels are in Excellent condition. There are spindle marks. Vinyl weight - 116g Vinyl visual - The vinyl is in Very Good to Very Good Plus condition. Hairline marks and light scratches but nothing that affects the sound quality.Vinyl audio - Excellent. Some very mild background crackle in places but nothing that comes anywhere near to interfering with the sound. Audio itself is superb with crystal clear and powerful sound. A very nice sounding first pressing. Vinyl has been cleaned on my Project VCS record cleaning machine using L'Art du Sol cleaning fluid and is housed in a Nagaoka anti-static style sleeve to prevent withdrawal marks to the records surface. Record will be housed in a clear poly bag for protection. Grading GuideMint (M) – Absolutely perfect in every way. Never been played and usually sealed.Near Mint (NM) – The record has been on a shelf between other records. The vinyl looks glossy and clearly has only been played a few times. There are no marks on the vinyl and the whole package is complete.Excellent (E) – A grade just below NM where light marks can be tolerated, where the vinyl has been in and out of the inner sleeve a few times, or tiny signs of use generally.Very Good Plus (VG+) – A few further faults are acceptable, but nothing that really compromises the record visually or audibly. A little rub, light inaudible marks, a little background crackle.Very Good (VG) – It’s seen a bit of life, but is still usable. Light pops and clicks, an edge split, light visible scratches. You can still listen to it and enjoy looking at it, but it is visually and audibly used.Good (G) – 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, discolouration, etcPoor (P), Fair (F) Attempting to listen will be a disturbing experience. Expect major noise issues, skipping or repeating. The record itself is cracked, badly warped and has deep scratches. The cover is also approaching death. Any questions, please ask. Record will be well packed. I use Musicmax Strong Locktab Cardboard Record Mailers for good protection. I always remove the record from the outer sleeve when posting. PayPal only please. For international postage I use eBay's Global Shipping Program and eBay set the postal rates. Please note that under GSP I am not able to combine postage costs. For the UK I use Royal Mail and can combine two or three albums in the same package for the same cost as a single album, as long as the overall weight is below 2kg. Please leave positive feedback once you have received the item and are happy with your purchase, and I will do the same for you. Happy bidding. Powered by eBay Turbo Lister Powered by eBay Turbo Lister
Price: 15 GBP
Location: Penarth
End Time: 2024-11-14T12:06:04.000Z
Shipping Cost: 26.93 GBP
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Return postage will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
After receiving the item, your buyer should cancel the purchase within: 30 days
Artist: 10cc
Record Label: Mercury
Album Name: Bloody Tourists
Case Type: Cardboard Sleeve
Custom Bundle: No
Fidelity Level: High-Fidelity
Vinyl Matrix Number: 9102503 1v 4
Inlay Condition: Excellent (EX)
Colour: Black
Record Grading: Near Mint (NM or M-)
Format: Record
Release Year: 1978
Language: English
Style: 1970s
Record Size: 12"
Features: Original Cover
Unit Quantity: 1
Catalogue Number: 9102 503
Number of Audio Channels: Stereo
Speed: 33 RPM
Release Title: Bloody Tourists
Material: Vinyl
Duration: LP
Edition: First Edition, First Pressing
Modified Item: No
Type: LP
Sleeve Grading: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Era: 1970s
Genre: Rock
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom