Hotel California (1977) MINT / UNPLAYED - Rare Double Transition PRC Pressing -
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Description
Condition: Have to say used because it's not in shrink wrap but is likely unplayed
Vinyl: MINT
(M). Pristine, high-gloss surface with no visible marks, scuffs, or
spindle trails. Likely unplayed.
Cover: NEAR MINT
(NM). Sharp edges and vibrant colors. Does have some wear on bottom running edge of cover but very minor. Note: Features a
small "cut corner" (promo/cut-out mark), but otherwise flawless.
Inserts: Original
inner lyric sleeve included. (Poster not included).
Collector’s Note: The "Double Transition"
Pressing
This is a rare 1977 "Double Transition" US pressing from the PRC
Recording Company (Richmond, IN). It was manufactured during the
label's shift from the 7E to 6E catalog series.
Unique
Feature: The labels show the new 6E-103 number,
but the dead wax on both sides features the
original 7E-1084 catalog number manually crossed
out. This confirms it was pressed using the earliest, highest-quality
metal plates.
Audiophile Mastering:
Side
A: Features the "LH" initials of
legendary engineer Lee Hulko and the STERLING stamp.
Includes the famous etching: "Is It 6 O'Clock Yet?"
Side
B: Features the STERLING stamp and the
etching: "V.O.L. Is Five-Piece Live".
Matrix / Runout:
Side
A: 6E-103 (7E-1084 crossed out) A-7 RE PRC 1-1 STERLING LH
Side
B: 6E-103 (7E-1084 crossed out) B-11 RE PRC 11-11 STERLING
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