Casiopea - Self Titled (1st Press)
Casiopea - Self Titled (1st Press)
Japan Original Pressing.
A landmark Japanese jazz-funk debut with American horn fire, bright fusion lift, and the raw speed of early Casiopea.
Before Casiopea became the ultra-polished fusion machine most people picture, this debut still had more bite in it. Issei Noro’s guitar lines are already fast and melodic, but the album also leans into jazz-funk tension, tight rhythm playing, and the sharper horn-driven edge brought in by Randy Brecker, Michael Brecker, and David Sanborn. That balance is what makes it special. It has the brightness and technique people expect from the band, but it still feels hungry, physical, and slightly dangerous.
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About the Condition
About the Condition
| Grade | Description |
|---|---|
| S (Sealed) | Still sealed in factory wrap. Never played. |
| M (Mint) | Perfect condition. Looks unplayed with no signs of use. Typically used for records that are brand new or opened but never played. |
| EX (Excellent) | Very clean. May have light scuffs or hairline marks, but plays perfectly. |
| VG+ (Very Good Plus) | Minor wear, light surface noise, no major flaws — a solid average used copy. |
| VG (Very Good) | Visible wear and surface noise. Plays through without skipping. |
| G+ (Good Plus) | Heavily used. Significant wear or scratches, but still playable. |
+ / − may be added to indicate slight variations (e.g. VG+, EX−).
We visually inspect every record, and we clean each one before shipping (play-testing when needed). Even new or great-looking vinyl—especially some Japanese pressings—can have light background noise. We grade carefully by eye and ear, but it’s still a human call, so please check the notes before buying.
Shipping & Packing
Shipping & Packing
Tokyo-based. Ships worldwide (DHL/Japan Post).
Professionally packed with care. Fast dispatch.
Strict grading. Actual photos of the item.
