Description
Tracklist
A Star Soldier no Theme
B Seishun Wakusei
GRADING
Media : VG+
(The record was cleaned with an ultrasonic cleaner and playback confirmed.)
Sleeve : VG+
Brand : For Life Record
Package Size : Height 7 Width 7 inch
This Star Soldier Theme Song Takahashi Meijin promo vinyl record 7-inch EP is a rare Japanese retro gaming collectible for soundtrack enthusiasts and video game fans. Featuring the iconic theme song performed by Takahashi Meijin, this 7-inch vinyl record brings nostalgic Japanese video game vinyl audio directly to your collection.
Star Soldier is a legendary 1986 vertical-scrolling shooter video game developed by Hudson Soft, celebrated for its fast-paced arcade gameplay, challenging stages, and iconic chiptune music. Performed by the famous gaming personality Takahashi Meijin (Takahashi Master), the theme song captures the classic 80s gaming era and remains a nostalgic soundtrack favorite among retro gaming fans worldwide. This original promotional Star Soldier vinyl record includes the signature theme track on Side A and "Seishun Wakusei" on Side B, making it a highly sought-after Japanese retro gaming collectible for soundtrack collectors.
* Official Star Soldier Takahashi Meijin 7-inch promo vinyl record (7K-232, 45 r.p.m.)
* Features "Star Soldier Theme Song" on Side A and "Seishun Wakusei" on Side B
* Includes original picture jacket insert, lyric insert, inner sleeve, printed signature card, and promotional vinyl record
* Official promotional copy ("見本盤" printed on center label)
* Cover insert has a date sticker attached (SHOWA 61 / July 8, 1986)
* Signature paper is a printed reproduction
* Made in Japan
Vinyl Grading Guide
MINT
The item and container are absolutely perfect in every way. To qualify as Mint, the item must never have been played and is possibly still sealed. Mint should be used sparingly as a grade, if at all. Note that an item can be sealed and not Mint. If you suspect your record is in Mint condition, do not play it.
NEAR MINT(NM)
The item is nearly perfect. Near Mint (NM) media has more than likely never been played, and if it has, there will be no imperfections during playback. The item should show no obvious signs of wear. The cover or container can have very minor defects., but it should have no folds, seam splits, scratches, or other noticeable similar defects. The same should be true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves, etc. Many dealers won’t give a grade higher than NM, implying (perhaps correctly) that no item is ever truly perfect.
VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+)
The item will show some signs that it was played and handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. Any defects are of a cosmetic nature and do not affect the actual playback. In theory, a Very Good Plus (VG+) item should sound the same as a Near Mint (NM) one. Surfaces may show some signs of wear, such as slight scuffs or very light scratches, and slight warps that do not affect the sound are okay. Paper products like sleeves will have some wear, slightly turned-up corners, or a small seam-split. In general, it plays perfectly, and if not for some minor aesthetic wear, it would be Near Mint.
VERY GOOD (VG)
The item’s defects will be more pronounced. Surface noise will be evident upon playing, especially in soft passages and during a song’s intro and fade, but will not overpower the music. Wear will start to be noticeable, such as with light scratches on vinyl (deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound. Labels, covers, and sleeves may be marred by writing or have tape, stickers, and residue attached. However, a VG item will not have all of these problems at the same time.
GOOD (G), GOOD PLUS( G+)
An item in Good (G) or Good Plus (G+) condition can be played through without skipping, but it will have significant surface noise, scratches, crackling, or visible wear. A container, cover, or sleeve will have scratches or seam splits, especially at the bottom or on the spine. Tape, writing, or other defects will also be present.
POOR (P), FAIR (F)
The item is cracked, badly warped, and won’t play through without skipping or repeating. The container or cover could be cracked, water-damaged, and heavily marred by wear or writing. If it is a vinyl record, the album cover and inner sleeves are fully split, crinkled, and written upon. Poor (P) or Fair (F) records are generally worth very little.
