Description: Metallica - Ride The Lightning (1984)Rare Early France-For-UK CD PressingMusic For Nations, CD MFN 27 Rare early CD pressing of the classic Metallica album Ride The Lightning, originally released in 1984; eight tracks including For Whom The Bell Tolls, Trapped Under Ice and Creeping Death; CD made in France by MPO for the UK market (matrix: CD MFN 27 MPO 01); this would make a great addition to any collection! CONDITION: CD: EX (light marks only, close to EX+) Booklet: EX+ (light spotting only) Rear insert: EX+ Plastic case: EX (original heavy plastic case, some scuffing) NB: The condition grades shown above are based on Record Collector's grades. There are 5 grades: Near Mint (used but in stunning 'nearly new' condition); EX+ (used but with a bare minimum of wear); EX (item may have some light marks but still in a desirable condition); VG+ (has a few marks but only cosmetic, item plays perfectly); and VG (may have minor issues which I will specifically refer to); I don't sell anything below VG (and Mint doesn't exist). Unlike a lot of people on eBay, I am very scrupulous about my grading, so if ever you are less than satisfied with the condition of an item, please do contact me. SPECIALIST IN EARLY CD PRESSINGS: As Tillysmusic, I've been an eBay seller for many years, and specialise in early/1980s CD pressings. If anybody tells you that early CDs were badly mastered and sound bad, don't believe them! Although there are exceptions, the vast majority of 1980s CD pressings sound wonderful, especially West German and Japanese pressings from between 1982 and 1988. Pressings from this era tend to have a much warmer 'natural' sound not unlike how you remember the original vinyl, as opposed to more modern reissues which are remixed for digital streaming services, with bass boost and added compression. Remember, not all early pressings are mega-rare or valuable, but they are nearly always worth checking out.PS: I also endeavour to sell my early CDs with their original heavy plastic cases, which I believe is an important part of the whole package; this means that some of these old cases will come with scuffing or small cracks, but I will always describe any noticeable problems. PHOTOGRAPHS & DESCRIPTIONS:All photographs show the actual item for sale - I don't sell multiple items, and definitely don't use other people's photos stolen from other listings. All descriptions are as honest and as accurate as possible. Should you need any more information about an item, I'm very happy to answer any questions you have. In certain circumstances, I can also provide extra photographs. PAYMENT & POSTAGE:Electronic payment only, no cash sales. UK bidders can opt for standard First Class or Signed For delivery. I can offer a reduced postal charge for multiple purchases, details on enquiry. All overseas purchases are shipped using Royal Mail's International Tracked service which is a safe and reliable option. I will provide you with a Tracking Number you can access on the Royal Mail website to track progress. International postage goes up in stages, so one single CD costs £14.99, two single CDs cost £19.99 etc. Details on enquiry for larger numbers. Sadly I'm not able to send items using standard airmail due to many packages going missing. I can also ship items without the plastic cases, which will allow me to significantly reduce the postage charges due to the reduced weight. If you have any questions about postage or about the item itself, please ask before bidding. Thanks. PLEASE CHECK OUT MY OTHER ITEMS CURRENTLY UP FOR SALE!
Price: 59.99 GBP
Location: Sudbury, Suffolk
End Time: 2024-11-27T23:37:26.000Z
Shipping Cost: 18.93 GBP
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Artist: Metallica
CD Grading: Excellent (EX)
Type: Album
Format: CD
Record Label: Music for Nations
Release Title: Ride The Lightning
Genre: Metal, Rock
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
Edition: Collector's Edition