Don Ralke Orchestra - The Savage And The Sensuous Bongos

Don Ralke Orchestra - The Savage And The Sensuous Bongos

Media Condition:  Near Mint (NM or M-)
Sleeve Condition: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Format:      LP, Album, Mono
Country:    Japan  
Released:  1960
Genre:       Jazz, Pop
Style:         Space-Age, Easy Listening

Track List:

A1. Head Hunter
A2. Saoco
A3. Ju-Ju Man
A4. The Mystery Of Yambuya
A5. Voodoo Priestess
A6. Face Beside The Fire
A7. Poison Dart
B1. Black Panther
B2. Zulu Magic
B3. Moon Goddess
B4. Ritual Of The Cobra
B5. Sacrifice Of The Maidens
B6. Safradesia
B7. Mombasa

Notes: 

Percussion instruments used: boo bams, drums, jaw bones, congas, claves, guiros, maracas, tom toms, tympani, temple blocks, wood blocks, cowbells, tambourine 

Single LP Gatefold Sleeve

Comments: 

Nice copy! Very few aging signs on cover and Vinyl plays through beautifully!

Goldmine Grading Guide

A universally accepted standard for representing the condition of physical music in the resale market, including vinyl records, CDs, and cassettes. The levels range from Mint (perfect) down to Poor/Fair (damaged).

Mint (M)

Absolutely perfect in every way. Certainly never been played, possibly even still sealed.

Near Mint (NM or M-)

A nearly perfect record. A NM or M- record has more than likely never been played, and the vinyl will play perfectly, with no imperfections during playback. The record should show no obvious signs of wear. A 45 RPM or EP sleeve should have no more than the most minor defects, such as any sign of slight handling. An LP cover should have no creases, folds, seam splits, cut-out holes, or other noticeable similar defects. The same should be true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves, etc.

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), Fair (F)

The item is cracked, badly warped, and won’t play through without skipping or repeating. The container or cover could be cracked, water-damaged, and heavily marred by wear or writing. If it is a vinyl record, the album cover and inner sleeves are fully split, crinkled, and written upon.