Status Quo - 12 Gold Bars
Vertigo Records
Cat# 7138 117
1980
Australian release
Clamshell is in very good condition, this is a sealed clamshell (no screws) so it would not be possible to re-lubricate if ever this was necessary in the future. Card insert is in very good condition.
Test cassette machine: Nakamichi DR8
Prior to testing, tape was repacked (FF - RW - FF - RW) to ensure even tape loading. This is vital for cassette tapes that have been unplayed for considerable periods of time.
Tape media is in very good condition. The only real way to judge the condition of magnetic tape media is to actually play it, so I have played both sides of this tape.
Audio is full range and bright, plenty of high end still. No drop outs. No tape sticking or other transport issues which could indicate dried out lubricant. Head pad is in place and secure.
Tracks: Rockin' All Over The World, Down Down, Caroline, Rain, Break The Rules, Again And Again, Mystery Song, Roll Over Lay Down, Paper Plane, Wild Side Of Life, Whatever You Want, Living On An Island
