Duran Duran Rio 1982 UK EMI EMC3411 A3/B1 NM Vinyl LP Original Press
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Duran Duran Rio 1982 UK EMI EMC3411 A3/B1 NM Vinyl LP Textured Sleeve
🎶 Album Title: Rio
📅 Release Year: 1982
📀 Label: EMI Records (EMC 3411)
📀 Format: Vinyl LP, Album, Stereo, Original UK Pressing, Textured Sleeve
🌏 Country: United Kingdom
🎵 Genre: New Wave, Synth-pop, Pop Rock
A superb original UK pressing of Duran Duran’s iconic second album Rio, released in 1982 on EMI Records. This example features the desirable textured sleeve, along with the correct catalogue number EMC 3411 and matching matrix numbers EMC 3411 A-3-1-1 and EMC 3411 B-1-1-1, confirming an early UK pressing.
The textured sleeve variant is particularly sought after by collectors, adding an extra level of authenticity and tactile appeal to this classic release.
The vinyl is in outstanding condition with a deep glossy sheen, no visible marks or scratches, and plays beautifully with no surface noise. A premium collector’s copy.
Condition Details:
Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+) original textured sleeve, light edge wear and minor handling, strong structure and colour
Inner Sleeve: Original printed lyric inner included, excellent condition
Record: Near Mint (NM) glossy vinyl, no marks or scratches, plays with no surface noise
Tracklist:
Side One
Rio
My Own Way
Lonely In Your Nightmare
Hungry Like The Wolf
Hold Back The Rain
Side Two
New Religion
Last Chance On The Stairway
Save A Prayer
The Chauffeur
Duran Duran became one of the defining bands of the 1980s, emerging from Birmingham with a unique blend of new wave, funk, and synth-driven pop. Rio propelled them to international superstardom, driven by iconic singles and groundbreaking music videos that dominated the early MTV era. The album remains a cornerstone of 80s pop culture and a must-have for serious vinyl collectors.
Record label
EMI Records was one of the UK’s most influential record companies, known for its exceptional production quality and legendary roster. Pressings from EMI’s early 1980s output are especially regarded for their strong audio fidelity and durability, making original UK issues like this highly collectible.
Features:
Original 1982 UK pressing
Textured sleeve variant
Catalogue number EMC 3411
Matrix: EMC 3411 A-3-1-1 / EMC 3411 B-1-1-1
Original lyric inner sleeve included
Classic Patrick Nagel artwork
Excellent audio playback quality
A standout collector’s copy of a defining 80s album, especially desirable with the textured sleeve and superb playing condition.
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