Klemperer - Bach: St. Matthew Passion/Columbia SAX 2426-50/UK 1962/ 5LPs BOX B/S
  £   124
  $   164   

 


£ 124   (best offer accepted)   Sold For
Aug 12, 2025 Sold Date
Jul 15, 2025 Start Date
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Description

Klemperer – Bach: St. Matthew Passion (Columbia SAX 2426-50) – UK 1962 1st Pressing – 5LP Box Set
Original 1st Edition | Columbia SAX | Near Mint Labels | Complete with Booklet

Description:
Up for sale is a rare original UK 1962 1st pressing of Bach: St. Matthew Passion conducted by Otto Klemperer, released by Columbia SAX (SAX 2426–50). This sought-after 5LP box set is highly collectible and presented in excellent condition for its age.

Key Details:

  • Label: Columbia SAX 2426–50

  • Country: UK

  • Year: 1962

  • Format: 5LP Stereo Box Set

  • Original 1st pressing with Magic Notes labels

  • Includes original booklet – in excellent condition

  • All original inner sleeves included

Vinyl Condition:

  • All records visually grade Excellent to Near Mint

  • Labels are in Near Mint to Mint condition

  • 1 small visible mark near the outer edge of one side of one LP – unlikely to affect play

  • One side marked "DO NOT PLAY THIS SIDE – Columbia Records Magic Notes Trade Mark" – a known feature in some original pressings

  • All other sides appear clean and glossy

Sleeves & Box:

  • All original inner sleeves present; 4 have minor center splits (as pictured)

  • Outer box is solid with minor shelf rubbing on bottom edges/corners

  • Box remains sturdy and displays well

Photos are of the actual item for sale.

This is a superb collector’s copy of a legendary recording. Overall, it’s in outstanding condition considering its age – and hard to find in this state.


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