{"product_id":"feline-the-stranglers-1","title":"Feline, The Stranglers","description":"\u003cp\u003eVery Sought after and difficult to find in amazing condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe Stranglers – Feline (1982 New Zealand Pressing)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e The Stranglers \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"23\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/b\u003e Feline \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"37\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Vinyl LP \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"54\"\u003eRelease Year:\u003c\/b\u003e 1982 (Early NZ Pressing) \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"93\"\u003eLabel:\u003c\/b\u003e Epic Records \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"113\"\u003eCatalog Number:\u003c\/b\u003e ELPS 4350 \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"139\"\u003eGenre:\u003c\/b\u003e New Wave \/ Post-Punk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Deep Dive Details:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe 1982 Date Stamp:\u003c\/b\u003e The New Zealand pressing is highly notable for the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"72\"\u003eP 1982 CBS Inc.\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"92\"\u003eC 1982 CBS Inc.\u003c\/b\u003e markings on the back cover and labels. For collectors, this \"pre-dates\" the standard 1983 international release and identifies this as part of the very first production run in the Southern Hemisphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Wellington Pressing:\u003c\/b\u003e This record was manufactured by \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"57\"\u003eCBS Records New Zealand\u003c\/b\u003e (based in Wellington). NZ pressings from this specific year are prized for their heavy, high-quality vinyl. If you weigh the disc, it often feels more substantial than the thinner \"flexible\" vinyl being produced in the US at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Label Layout:\u003c\/b\u003e Look for the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"31\"\u003eMade in New Zealand\u003c\/b\u003e text at the bottom of the yellow\/black Epic label. The font used for the song titles is the distinct \"heavy\" typeface unique to the NZ CBS plant, which differs significantly from the Australian EMI-pressed versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMatte Sleeve Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e As is common with New Zealand jackets from the early 80s, the sleeve lacks the high-gloss \"laminate\" look often found on UK copies. It has a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"162\"\u003eflat, matte finish\u003c\/b\u003e that is very susceptible to ring-wear. Finding a 1982 NZ copy with a clean, dark-blue cover is quite rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMatrix and Runout Info:\u003c\/b\u003e The dead wax should feature the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"56\"\u003eELPS 4350\u003c\/b\u003e etching. On New Zealand copies, you may also see a very faint \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"128\"\u003e700\u003c\/b\u003e or unique numerical stamps that indicate the specific lacquer used in the Wellington facility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAcoustic Fidelity:\u003c\/b\u003e Because \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"27\"\u003eFeline\u003c\/i\u003e relies heavily on acoustic guitars and the \"LinnDrum,\" the New Zealand pressing is a favorite for audiophiles. The NZ mastering tends to have a \"wider\" soundstage, giving tracks like \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"217\"\u003eMidnight Summer Dream\u003c\/b\u003e a deep, immersive quality that isn't as pinched as the radio-ready US versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKeywords:\u003c\/b\u003e The Stranglers, Feline, Vinyl LP, 1982, New Zealand Pressing, Epic Records, ELPS 4350, NZ Vinyl, First Pressing, European Female, Midnight Summer Dream, New Wave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTags:\u003c\/b\u003e 80s New Wave, New Zealand Vinyl, Rare 1982 Pressings, Post-Punk Collector, NZ Pressing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Stranglers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51482646380861,"sku":"5673","price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/2605\/9325\/files\/Stranglers-feline_60ba139a-6f6e-4380-8112-a734618525ff.png?v=1773206072","url":"https:\/\/gravestonerecords.com.au\/products\/feline-the-stranglers-1","provider":"Gravestone Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}