Greensleeves
Michael Prophet - Gunman
Michael Prophet - Gunman
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Michael Prophet – Gunman | Essential 1981 Roots Reggae Vinyl LP
Immerse yourself in the profound rhythms of Michael Prophet’s seminal 1981 release, Gunman. This Reggae vinyl LP, a cornerstone of the Roots & Culture movement, delivers hard-hitting grooves and conscious lyrics that resonate with timeless power. Discover why serious collectors seek out Michael Prophet vinyl.
About the Album
Released on the legendary Greensleeves label, Gunman stands as a powerful statement from one of reggae's most distinctive voices. Michael Prophet's commanding delivery, paired with the era's signature deep basslines and intricate drum patterns, defines the sound of early 1980s roots reggae. This album is a testament to the enduring spirit of the genre within the Michael Prophet discography.
The Vinyl Experience
A needle drop onto this Vinyl LP transports you directly to the heart of Kingston's studio sessions, offering the authentic, warm analog sound that only wax can provide. Feel the dynamic range as the bass vibrates through your hi-fi system, making this a true audiophile vinyl experience. This is more than just music; it's a piece of history on your platter, perfect for those looking to buy vinyl records for sale.
- Format: Vinyl LP
- Artist: Michael Prophet
- Label: Greensleeves
- Genre: Reggae, Hard-Hitting Rhythms, Roots & Culture
- Perfect For: Audiophiles, roots reggae collectors, fans of 1980s Greensleeves productions
Collector's Note
Few records from 1981 capture the raw, unvarnished essence of roots reggae quite like Gunman. Its enduring appeal among Reggae collector's vinyl circles speaks to its profound lyrical depth and uncompromising musicality. This is a record that truly belongs in a discerning collection.
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• Asia & Europe: 1 - 10 business days (USPS First Class, Priority, FedEx Express)
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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.