Description: Esperanza Spalding Vinyl Record~ Exposure ~ Up for sale is this Super Rare numbered and signed copy of "Exposure" by Esperanza Spalding. I want to be completely transparent about the condition of this copy, so please read below, see the photos and watch the attached video. If you have a specific question about condition or playback, please ask them prior to purchase as I am happy to provide quick and honest answers. Vinyl Record ~ VG ~ 100% play tested. If you are looking for a perfect, freshly opened, rarely played copy, then this is not for you. It has flaws, and background noise, but NO SKIPS. Side 1 Track 1 ~ light crackle with a couple heavier popsTrack 2 ~ light crackle onlyTrack 3 ~ repeating light pop between tracks 2 and 3, and about 30 seconds into track 3 with a little heavier crackle that settles down halfway through the track.Track 4 ~ light crackle and a couple heavier pops during the last 10 seconds of the track. Side 2Track 1 ~ light crackle ~ a little heavier repeating crackle starting with about 30 seconds left in the trackTracks 2-6 ~ crackle, and repeating crackle caused by a couple long scratches (these are pictured, and please play the attached video to hear the repeating crackle on the Side 2 tracks. But again, if you are sensitive to each little very light pop and crackle, then this is not the record for you. Sleeve ~ EX/VG+ ~ In original shrink with just wear around the opening. The opening edge is just a little curved, probably due to moisture at some point, but no true water damage and gatefold appears good and clean (please see pictures) See the pictures for full details. I grade all records, both visually and by audio quality. My gradings are extremely conservative, by Goldmine Standards (listed below) and provide complete transparency on the quality, or any flaws, on the record.I want all buyers to have no surprises and love their purchases. All records are well packaged to ensure safe arrival.Feel free to message with any questions Mint [M]: Absolutely perfect in every way - certainly never played, possibly even still sealed. I will rarely ever use this grading *Near Mint [NM or M-]: A nearly perfect record. I generally will not give a grade higher than this. The record shows no obvious sign of wear.The outer jacket has no creases, folds, seam splits or any other noticeable similar defect. No cut-out holes, either. And of course, the same is true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves, and the like. Basically, Near Mint looks as if you just got it home from a new record store and removed the shrink wrap. Very Good Plus [VG+]: Shows some signs that it was played and otherwise handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. Record surfaces may show some slight signs of wear and may have slight scuffs or very light scratches that don't affect one's listening experience. Slight warps that do not affect the sound are OK.The label may have some ring wear or discoloration, but is should be barely noticeable. The center hole is not misshapen by repeated play. Picture sleeves and LP inner sleeves will have some slight wear, lightly turn-up corners, or a slight seam-split. An LP jacket my have slight signs of wear also and may be marred by a cut-out hole, indentation or corner indicating it was taken out of print and sold at a discount.In general, if not for a couple of minor things wrong with it, this would be Near Mint. All but the most mint-crazy collectors will find a Very Good Plus record highly acceptable. Very Good [VG]: Many of the defects found in a VG+ record are more pronounced in a VG disc. Surface noise is evident upon playing, especially in soft passages and during the song's intro and fade, but will not overpower the music otherwise. Groove wear will start to be noticeable, as will light scratches deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound.Labels may be marred by writing, or have tape or stickers (or their residue) attached. The same will be true of picture sleeves or LP covers. However, it will not have all of these problems at the same time, only two or three of them. I rarely sell any records of a VG grading, unless it is highly collectable, and never sell anything below this grading! All records are well packaged to ensure safe arrival.Feel free to message with any questions Shipping in the U.S. is by Media Mail with Delivery Confirmation. If you would like another method of shipping, contact me before you bid to make sure that it can be arranged. I do my best to describe items to the best of my knowledge. Most of my items are either handcrafted or vintage, so some signs of wear might be present and should be expected on used or vintage items. 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Price: 95 USD
Location: Lafayette, Indiana
End Time: 2024-11-18T19:45:24.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Artist: Esperanza Spalding
Speed: 33 RPM
Record Label: Concord Records
Release Title: Exposure
Material: Vinyl
Duration: LP
Inlay Condition: Excellent (EX)
Edition: First Pressing
Type: LP
Record Grading: Very Good (VG)
Format: Record
Sleeve Grading: Excellent (EX)
Language: English
Era: 2020s
Record Size: 12"
Features: Numbered, Original Cover, Original Inner Sleeve, Autographed
Genre: Jazz
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Number of Audio Channels: Stereo