The Erasure "The Innocents" 1988 LP 1-25730 Sire Records SRC Press is a highly sought-after vinyl record featuring the iconic duo's signature synth-pop sound. This first edition, first pressing on the Sire Records label comes in a 12" black vinyl with a near mint condition cardboard sleeve. The album, released in 1988, showcases the dynamic range of the era with its blend of disco, synth-pop, and electronic music, making it a must-have for collectors and fans of 1980s pop music. Additionally, this LP includes the original inner sleeve and cover, adding to its appeal for vinyl enthusiasts looking for a piece of music history.

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Vinyl (Media) and cover grades

MINT (M)

• MINT/Sealed (M/S): A new record that is still sealed in its original plastic wrap.

• MINT (M): A new record that has never been played or used, with perfect surfaces and cover. 

EXCELLENT (EX)

• Vinyl: Shows no signs of wear, with only very minor, barely visible scuffs.

• Cover: Appears nearly perfect, with no creases, seam splits, or other noticeable defects. 

Very Good Plus (VG+)

• Vinyl: Shows some signs of use, with slight scuffs or light scratches that don't affect the music's playback significantly.

• Cover: May have slight wear, but remains in good condition. 

Very Good (VG)

• Vinyl: More pronounced signs of play than VG+. Surface noise (like crackles or pops) may be heard, but it won't overpower the music.

• Cover: Normal used cover wear, such as ring wear or slight seam splits, is evident. 

Good (G) and Good Plus (G+)

• Vinyl: Can be played through without skipping, but will have significant surface noise and visible groove wear. May have slight warp that does not impact sound

• Cover: Has seam splits (especially at the bottom) or other noticeable damage. 

Poor (P) and Fair (F) 

• Vinyl: The record is cracked, badly warped, or skips. Playback is significantly affected or impossible.

• Cover: The cover is heavily damaged with tears, tape, and writing. 

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