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Record Grade
EX
Cover Grade
VG+
Release Year
1978
Record Label
Deutsche Grammophon

Claude Debussy

La Mer / Nocturnes

SKU: 146993012126

Claude Debussy - La Mer / Nocturnes - 1978 Classical - EX - Ultrasonic Clean - Clean and crisp, solid find.  - The record has been cleaned using ultrasonic technology and is in strong EX/EX condition. The cover is crisp, only a VG+ because of age!

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Claude Debussy

Claude Debussy

Born on August 22, 1862, in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France, Claude Debussy emerged as a pivotal figure in the world of music. He passed away on March 25, 1918, in Paris, France. Renowned as a French composer, Debussy is often associated with the Impressionist movement, although he himself firmly rejected this label. His contributions significantly shaped the landscape of music in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Debussy's compositional style marked a departure from the academic traditions of the late 19th century, particularly those of the Austro-German School. He introduced new perspectives and dimensions that would influence the direction of 20th-century music. By employing pentatonic scales and the whole tone scale, he revisited the ambiguity of modal systems and initiated a transformation in traditional harmony, distinct from the changes brought about by Wagner.

Moreover, Debussy's work liberated music from the constraints of strict meter, which had previously imposed periodic accents and forced rhythmic patterns into predictable repetitions. This innovative approach to rhythm and harmony led to the abandonment of classical forms, heralding a new era in the evolution of musical expression.

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Claude Debussy - La Mer / Nocturnes - 1978 Classical - EX - Ultrasonic Clean - Clean and crisp, solid find.  - The record has been cleaned using ultrasonic technology and is in strong EX/EX condition. The cover is crisp, only a VG+ because of age!

  • Record was initially cleaned manually, then ultrasonically cleaned with iSonic Ultrasonic Cleaning prior to grading
  • Records are packaged with a poly outer sleeve, the LP is placed in a fresh white inner sleeve directly after cleaning, (we include the accompanying sleeve, we send you both), separate from the cover to protect the seams during shipment, and of course, shipped within thick cardboard insert pads in a thick cardboard record mailer.
  • We offer discounted shipping on multiple records: calculated shipping for the first one and $2 for each additional one. International Buyers, please read International Buyers paragraph below.


SRO Records Record Grading Guide:

SEALED/Mint:

Vinyl: Assumed mint, unverified until opened.

Sleeve: Visible through shrink wrap, graded as above.

NM (Near Mint):

Vinyl: Nearly flawless, with possible minor scuffs or hairlines only visible under strong light.
Sleeve: Appears new, as if freshly printed.

 

EX (Excellent):

Vinyl: Bright, with minor surface wear and hairlines, not affecting play.

Sleeve: May have faint creases or abrasions, but artwork is clean.

 

VG+ (Very Good Plus):

Vinyl: Obvious wear, scuffs and hairlines, plays with some noise but no major sound issues.

Sleeve: Worn with creases, noticeable wear, acid deterioration, corner dings, chipping, and possible seam wear.

 
Here's the typical SRO Records line in the sand. Anything below VG+, unless it's rare, unusual or just awesome, we're NOT going to sell online, much less go through the hassle of an ultrasonic cleaning, we're going to put it in one of many $10 Record boxes that we sell at Record Conventions and events. Some will wind up in the $1 Box, just to get it back out into the world for someone to enjoy or make a planter out of.

 

VG (Very Good):

Vinyl: Dull appearance with many hairlines and scuffs, somehow plays with persistent noise but no skips. 

Sleeve: Worn with possible seam splits and moderate ring wear.

G+ (Good Plus):

Vinyl: Numerous marks and scratches, plays with significant noise but music usually overpowers flaws.

Sleeve: Rough appearance with possible seam splits and water damage.


G (Good):

Vinyl: Copious unforgettable marks, probably a skip or jump.

Sleeve: Heavy ring wear and damage, likely large seam splits or water damage.


F (Fair):

Vinyl: It's round with nearly infinite damage, skipper gonna skip

Sleeve: It's basically what's left of the sleeve for the album

International Buyers: We charge $7 for the first record and $2 a record thereafter for Domestic Shipping in the continental United States. This only includes shipping to the International hub here in the United States. Please carefully review the total shipping and VAT charges for your order before committing to a purchase, which will be different from what we are able to view or control on the US eBay site.


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