Faust - So Far Complete Vinyl

Artist: Faust

Title: So Far

Label: Polydor Records

Catalogue Number: 2310 196

Country: United Kingdom

Original Release Year: 1972

Pressing Year: 1972 UK Original Pressing

Format: 12" Vinyl LP

Speed: 33⅓ RPM

Description

So Far was released in 1972 as the second studio album by German experimental rock pioneers Faust. While retaining the band's groundbreaking avant-garde approach, the album introduced a more structured and accessible songwriting style than their debut. Featuring tracks such as "It's A Rainy Day, Sunshine Girl", "No Harm" and the title track, So Far is widely regarded as one of the essential albums of the Krautrock movement and a landmark recording in experimental rock history.

Pressing Notes

Original UK pressing released in 1972 on Polydor Records with catalogue number 2310 196. First press copies were issued in a distinctive all-black presentation featuring a textured black sleeve, black labels, black inner sleeve and a complete set of nine individual art prints, one for each track on the album. These inserts were unique to the original release and are often missing from surviving copies.

Produced by Uwe Nettelbeck and recorded at the legendary Wümme studio in Germany, So Far remains one of the most collectible Faust releases and a cornerstone of the Krautrock genre. Complete UK copies with all inserts are highly sought after by collectors.

Track Listing

Side A

It's A Rainy Day, Sunshine Girl

On The Way To Abamäe

No Harm

Side B

So Far

Mamie Is Blue

I've Got My Car And My TV

Picnic On A Frozen River

Me Lack Space...

...In The Spirit

Matrix / Runout

Side A: 2310196 A//1

Side B: 2310196 B//1

Additional Information

• Original UK First Pressing
• Released in 1972
• Polydor Records
• Catalogue Number 2310 196
• Krautrock classic
• Experimental Rock landmark
• Black textured sleeve
• Complete with nine art inserts
• Produced by Uwe Nettelbeck
• Highly collectible original pressing

Condition

Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Record: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Inner Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Rockabuy Records Grading Guide

Near Mint (NM)

Virtually flawless condition. Played only a handful of times with no visible marks or signs of wear.

Excellent (EX)

Lightly played and very well cared for. May show minimal signs of handling or faint sleeve removal marks, but no scratches affecting appearance or playback.

Very Good (VG)

Noticeable surface marks and signs of use, though the record still plays well throughout.

Good (G)

Visible wear, marks, or scratches present. Playback remains acceptable, although some surface noise may be noticeable.

Poor / Fair (P/F)

Heavy wear and significant scratches. Record will still play but sound quality may be affected.

Shipping

All records are visually inspected and conservatively graded for both sleeve and vinyl condition. As these are pre-owned records, occasional light surface noise may be present as part of the listening experience.

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