17 North Parade/VP
The Congos - Heart Of The Congos (remastered)
The Congos - Heart Of The Congos (remastered)
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The Congos – Heart Of The Congos | Remastered 7" Vinyl Single
Immerse yourself in the profound rhythms of 1977 with The Congos' Heart Of The Congos, a seminal work of deep roots reggae. This remastered 7" vinyl single transports listeners directly to the legendary Black Ark studio, capturing the raw, spiritual essence of an era. For collectors seeking authentic Reggae vinyl records for sale, this pressing offers an unparalleled sonic journey.
About the Album
Recorded at Lee "Scratch" Perry's iconic Black Ark studio in 1977, Heart Of The Congos stands as a landmark achievement in reggae history. The album’s distinctive sound, characterized by its ethereal harmonies and deep, resonant basslines, solidified The Congos' place among the genre's most revered artists. It remains a testament to Perry's innovative production genius and the group's powerful vocal delivery.
The Vinyl Experience
A needle drop onto this 7" Vinyl Single delivers the warm analog sound that serious audiophiles cherish, preserving the original dynamic range of these legendary studio sessions. Feel the deep grooves resonate through your hi-fi system, bringing the mystical Black Ark sound directly to your turntable platter.
- Format: 7" Vinyl Single
- Artist: The Congos
- Label: 17 North Parade/VP
- Genre: Reggae/Deep Roots/Lee Perry at Black Ark
- Perfect For: Audiophiles, roots reggae collectors, fans of vintage Black Ark productions
Collector's Note
Few records capture the mystical, spiritual essence of 1970s roots reggae quite like Heart Of The Congos. Its enduring appeal among crate diggers and serious collectors solidifies its status as a cornerstone of any comprehensive 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.
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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.
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