3rd Bass - Brooklyn-Queens 1989 12" Def Jam Hip-Hop Classic Vinyl VG+

Item Specifics:

• Artist: 3rd Bass

• Title: Brooklyn-Queens

• Label: Def Jam Recordings / Columbia

• Catalog Number: 44 73187

• Format: Vinyl, 12", Maxi-Single, 33 1/3 RPM

• Release Year: 1989

• Genre: Hip-Hop

• Style: Golden Age, East Coast

• Country: US (Original Pressing)

• Category: Hip-Hop

Description:

• The Record: Authentic 1989 US original pressing of "Brooklyn-Queens" by 3rd Bass on Def Jam/Columbia.

• The Legacy: A standout track from their seminal debut The Cactus Album. This single captures the witty lyricism and production energy that made 3rd Bass icons of the late 80s hip-hop scene.

• The Sound: Expertly mastered at Masterdisk, ensuring punchy, high-fidelity audio quality.

• Presentation: A solid collector's copy. The vinyl surfaces retain a strong factory gloss. The jacket is well-preserved, remaining protected by the original store shrink wrap.

Technical Data:

• Matrix / Runout (Side A): XSS 73187A / MASTERDISK

• Matrix / Runout (Side B): XSS-73187 B-1B / MASTERDISK

• Mastering: Mastered at Masterdisk, New York.

• Production: Produced by Prince Paul for Prince Paul Productions & Prime Minister Pete Nice for R.I.F. Productions.

Condition Report (Goldmine Grading Standard):

• Vinyl Condition: VG+ (Very Good Plus)

  • Visual: Surfaces retain a clean, strong gloss. Shows light, non-feelable handling marks.

  • Labels: Clean and bright Def Jam/Columbia labels.

  • Audio: Plays clean with excellent fidelity.

• Cover Condition: VG+ (Very Good Plus)

  • Structure: Sleeve is structurally sound and protected by the original shrink wrap.

Tracklist:

Side 1:

1. Brooklyn-Queens (The U.K. Power Mix)

2. Brooklyn-Queens (Power Radio Edit)

3. Brooklyn-Queens (Lp Version)

Side 2:

1. Triple Stage Darkness

2. Brooklyn-Queens (Dub Mix)

3. Brooklyn-Queens (2nd Bass Mix)