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Van Halen - Self-Titled - LP Vinyl Record - 1st Press 1978

Van Halen - Self-Titled
Cover EX
Media VG+

Ultrasonically Cleaned - Zero Surface Noise - The record has 1 superficial hairline on both sides. Cover has very faint start of ring wear. Corners are sharp and have very minimal wear. Original inner sleeve intact and included. All of our record come with a new anti-static inner sleeve Side 1: P-10479W1 / Side 2: P-10479W2

Japanese Pressings - Japanese vinyl pressings are highly sought after by collectors and audiophiles for their exceptional sound quality, pristine condition, and unique packaging. Japanese plants historically pressed records using pure, "virgin" vinyl rather than recycled scrap plastic, resulting in dead-quiet playback with minimal surface noise. The mastering is often clearer and have a better spatialization. This is due to a trend in Japan to accentuate high frequencies. Sometime, the bottom frequencies are a bit better also

Van Halen is the debut studio album by American rock band Van Halen, released on February 10, 1978, by Warner Bros. Records. Widely regarded as one of the greatest debut albums in rock music,[7][8][9] the album was a major commercial success, peaking at number 19 on the Billboard Top LPs & Tape chart.[10] It has sold more than 10 million copies in the United States, receiving a Diamond certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and making it one of the best-selling albums in the country.[11]

All of our records are ultrasonically cleaned. Ultrasonically cleaning a record brings back the highs and lows of a record. Ultrasound technology has been shown to be highly effective at removing contaminants from the surface of vinyl records, which can significantly improve by reducing the amount of noise and distortion caused by dirt and debris, ultrasonic cleaners can help you hear your music more clearly and with greater detail. For audiophiles who value every nuance of their music, this is a major advantage.