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King Tubby - I Am The King Volume 3
King Tubby - I Am The King Volume 3
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King Tubby – I Am The King Volume 3 | 7" Vinyl Single
Immerse yourself in the foundational rhythms of late 70s dub with King Tubby's "I Am The King Volume 3" on 7" vinyl single. This release captures the raw, experimental essence of heavy dub, transporting listeners to the vibrant soundscapes of 1978-1980 Jamaica. For serious collectors looking to buy King Tubby vinyl, this is an essential needle drop.
About the Album
King Tubby, the undisputed architect of dub, pushed sonic boundaries from his legendary studio in Kingston. "I Am The King Volume 3" showcases his masterful manipulation of sound, stripping tracks to their core and rebuilding them with cavernous echoes, swirling delays, and seismic basslines. Released by Sprint, this single represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of reggae's instrumental counterpart.
The Vinyl Experience
Experience the deep, resonant frequencies of King Tubby's production as intended, through the warm analog sound of this 7" vinyl single. The tactile ritual of placing the needle on the wax, feeling the grooves, delivers an authentic sonic journey that digital formats simply cannot replicate. This is more than just a record; it's a piece of music history for your turntable.
- Format: 7" Vinyl Single
- Artist: King Tubby
- Genre: Reggae / Dub / Heavy Dub
- Perfect For: Audiophiles, dub collectors, fans of vintage Jamaican sound systems
Collector's Note
Few artists have shaped an entire genre with the ingenuity and impact of King Tubby. This 7" single offers a direct portal to the innovative studio sessions that defined dub music, making it a prized addition to any serious reggae discography.
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Our dedicated vault team carefully packages and ships all orders within 24 to 48 hours. You will receive a tracking link immediately upon shipment so you can trace your package journey to your sound system.
We ship every vinyl record in premium double walled heavy duty cardboard mailers with thick bubble inserts and extra corner protectors. LPs are placed behind the jacket during transit to completely eliminate seam splits ensuring your record arrives in pristine condition.
To maintain our uncompromising grading integrity and preserve the delicate nature of physical media all vinyl record sales are final. Because our curators double inspect every copy under high intensity light and play test rare releases to verify audio fidelity we guarantee the exact condition and authenticity described before it leaves our vault.
We recommend gently wiping the record with a carbon fiber anti static brush before and after every playback to remove surface dust. For deep cleaning always use specialized alcohol free record cleaning fluid and a microfiber cloth wiping in a gentle circular motion following the grooves.
We strictly adhere to the Goldmine Grading Standard. Every archive copy is meticulously inspected under high intensity light. Any pre owned or rare import pressings are professionally play tested to guarantee the exact audio fidelity and grade described.
A 180g record is significantly thicker and heavier than standard vintage pressings. This added weight provides superior physical stability on the turntable platter reducing wow and flutter during playback and protecting the record from warping over time under changing temperature conditions.
Our expert curators spend years building direct networks with licensed international distributors private estates and legendary collectors around the globe. We only acquire original copy presses from verified RIAA certified pressing plants and trusted historic suppliers ensuring every archive item is one hundred percent authentic.