ABC - That Was Then But This Is Now 12", Single Near Mint (NM or M-)

ABC - That Was Then But This Is Now (12", Single) 

Record / Media Condition : Near Mint (NM or M-)

Sleeve Condition : Very Good Plus (VG+)

From my own private collection

Notes : The band avoided remixes for the project and so this release features the disclaimer "This record is exactly the same as the 7" version. The choice is yours." Rear sleeve and labels: Taken from the fortcoming LP: [r5423234] Beauty Stab

Catalog Number: NTX 105, 814 631-1

Release Year: 1983

Track List :

A. That Was Then But This Is Now 3:33
B. Vertigo 1:53

Barcode and Other Identifiers :

Matrix / Runout NTX 105 A//1▽420 H TOWNHOUSE
Matrix / Runout NTX 105 B//1▽420 H TOWNHOUSE
Matrix / Runout NTX 105 A//2▽420 H TOWNHOUSE 1 1 3
Matrix / Runout NTX 105 B//2▽420 H TOWNHOUSE 1 1 2

Pressed By PRS Ltd.
Lacquer Cut At The Town House
Phonographic Copyright (p) Phonogram Ltd. (London)
Published By Neutron Music
Published By Virgin Music (Publishers) Ltd.
Recorded By Phonogram Ltd. (London)

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Record grading guide

Mint (M)

The item and container are absolutely perfect in every way. To qualify as Mint, the item must never have been played and is possibly still sealed. Mint should be used sparingly as a grade, if at all. Note that an item can be sealed and not Mint. If you suspect your record is in Mint condition, do not play it.

Near Mint (NM)

The item is nearly perfect. Near Mint (NM) media has more than likely never been played, and if it has, there will be no imperfections during playback. The item should show no obvious signs of wear. The cover or container can have very minor defects., but it should have no folds, seam splits, scratches, or other noticeable similar defects. The same should be true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves, etc. Many dealers won’t give a grade higher than NM, implying (perhaps correctly) that no item is ever truly perfect.

Very Good Plus (VG+)

The item will show some signs that it was played and handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. Any defects are of a cosmetic nature and do not affect the actual playback. In theory, a Very Good Plus (VG+) item should sound the same as a Near Mint (NM) one. Surfaces may show some signs of wear, such as slight scuffs or very light scratches, and slight warps that do not affect the sound are okay. Paper products like sleeves will have some wear, slightly turned-up corners, or a small seam-split. In general, it plays perfectly, and if not for some minor aesthetic wear, it would be Near Mint.

Very Good (VG)

The item’s defects will be more pronounced. Surface noise will be evident upon playing, especially in soft passages and during a song’s intro and fade, but will not overpower the music. Wear will start to be noticeable, such as with light scratches on vinyl (deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound. Labels, covers, and sleeves may be marred by writing or have tape, stickers, and residue attached. However, a VG item will not have all of these problems at the same time.

Good (G), Good Plus( G+)

An item in Good (G) or Good Plus (G+) condition can be played through without skipping, but it will have significant surface noise, scratches, crackling, or visible wear. A container, cover, or sleeve will have scratches or seam splits, especially at the bottom or on the spine. Tape, writing, or other defects will also be present.

Poor (P)