The Beatles - Past Masters • Volume Two

The Beatles - Past Masters • Volume Two

Media Condition:  Mint (M)
Sleeve Condition: Near Mint (NM or M-)

Format:      CD, Comp, Mono, RE, UK
Country:    UK & Europe  
Released:  1992
Genre:       Rock
Style:         Psychedelic Rock, Pop Rock, Rock & Roll

Track List:

1. Day Tripper 2:49
2. We Can Work It Out 2:15
3. Paperback Writer 2:18
4. Rain 3:02
5. Lady Madonna 2:17
6. The Inner Light 2:36
7. Hey Jude 7:08
8. Revolution 3:24
9. Get Back 3:14
10. Don't Let Me Down 3:34
11. The Ballad Of John And Yoko 3:00
12. Old Brown Shoe 3:18
13. Across The Universe 3:49
14. Let It Be 3:50
15. You Know My Name (Look Up The Number) 4:19

Notes: 

Slightly different issue than [r=4446342: BIEM/MCPS and the 'Made in UK' text are printed differently on the CD face. Slightly different to [r=7822944 on the back cover, that edition features the 'Printed in Holland by EMI Services Benelux B.V., Uden.' reference, while this one doesn't. Slightly different to [r25915348 which doesn't have the price code beneath the barcode Back cover: Original sound recordings made by EMI Records Ltd. This compilation ℗ 1988 EMI Records Ltd. © 1988 EMI Records Ltd. CD face: Original sound recordings made by EMI Records Ltd. This compilation ℗ 1988 EMI Records Ltd. © 1988 EMI Records Ltd. Made in UK Catalog number CD-BPM 2 is listed as 'UK: CD-BPM 2' on the back cover, CD face and booklet. Price code F PM 520 beneath barcode on back cover. Tracks 1 to 11, 13 to 15: Northern Songs Ltd. Track 12: Harrisongs Ltd. Tracks 1, 2: ℗ 1965 Tracks 3, 4: ℗ 1966 Tracks 5 to 8: ℗ 1968 Tracks 9 to 13: ℗ 1969 Tracks 14, 15: ℗ 1970 All tracks stereo except track 15 mono Also available "Past Masters • Volume One" CDP 7 90043 2 All tracks are Stereo except track 15 which is in mono. Released in a standard jewel case with a twelve page booklet.

Comments: 

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+)

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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.