LED ZEPPELIN II UK RED/PLUM ATLANTIC 588198 KILLING FLOOR A6/B4 VARIANT 5 EX/EX+

	£		275
	$		364

LED ZEPPELIN – LED ZEPPELIN II
UK RED/PLUM ATLANTIC 588198 – “KILLING FLOOR” – VARIANT 5 – EX / EX+

A superb UK red/plum Atlantic pressing of Led Zeppelin II, featuring the desirable “Killing Floor” configuration [Variant 5 matrix combination].

This is the sort of copy that stops seasoned collectors in their tracks. The vinyl is exceptionally clean, the playback is sensational, and the sleeve is far better than usually found. UK red/plum copies of Led Zeppelin II are increasingly hard to source in truly impressive condition — and this one of the best copies I’ve seen and heard.

It has all the presence, drive, weight and explosive energy you hope for from a UK Zeppelin cut, but with a level of cleanliness and presentation that is becoming genuinely hard to find.

⭐ KEY PRESSING IDENTIFIER

This is a genuine UK red/plum Atlantic pressing with the desirable “Killing Floor” credit and the following Variant 5 stamped matrices:

Side A: 588198 A // 6▽420 1 1
Side B: 588198 ▽B // 4 1 4 

Also present are the correct UK characteristics collectors look for:

• Red/plum Atlantic labels
• “Killing Floor” credit
• E.J. Day unlaminated gatefold sleeve
• “Livin’ Lovin’ Maid (She’s a Woman)” on sleeve
• “Livin’ Lovin’ Maid (She’s Just a Woman)” on label
• Baldwin credit for John Paul Jones on side two tracks B1 and B4
• No track timings on labels
• Made in Gr. Britain / Under licence from Atlantic Recording Corp., USA

A very desirable UK configuration, and a pressing that sits firmly in collector territory.

PRESSING & IDENTIFIERS 💿

Artist/Title: Led Zeppelin – Led Zeppelin II
Country/Format: UK LP, stereo
Label: Atlantic – red/plum labels
Catalogue Number: 588198
Year: 1970 repress
Pressing: 1970 UK red/plum “Killing Floor” repress, identified as Variant 5
Sleeve: Unlaminated gatefold sleeve
Printer: E.J. Day Group / E.J. Day & Co., London W11
Manufactured by: Polydor Records Ltd.
Pressed by: Phonodisc Ltd.
Lacquer cut at: Phonodisc Ltd.

Additional details:
• Produced by Jimmy Page printed in the red section of the label
• Gatefold includes “UPTIGHTAN’ OUTASIGHT” Atlantic Appreciation Society text
• No track timings given
• ℗ 1969

CONDITION & PLAYBACK 🎵

Vinyl: EX
Visually this is an outstanding copy. The surfaces are remarkably clean, glossy and well preserved, with the kind of appearance that immediately tells you it has been carefully kept.

Playback: EX+
Simply stunning. Powerful, clear and full-bodied throughout, with the kind of vivid, punchy, room-filling presentation that makes UK Zeppelin so addictive. This copy delivers the goods in a big way and is honestly one of the finest examples I’ve encountered.

Sleeve: EX+
A superb unlaminated E.J. Day gatefold with excellent structure and presentation. Clean, sharp and far better than usually seen on this title, which so often turns up heavily worn.

COLLECTABILITY ⭐

UK red/plum pressings of Led Zeppelin II remain among the most desirable Zeppelin albums to own, and clean high-grade examples are becoming increasingly difficult to find.

This example stands out because it combines:

• Correct UK red/plum Atlantic labels
• The desirable “Killing Floor” credit
• Variant 5 stamped matrices
• Correct E.J. Day gatefold sleeve
• Superb EX vinyl / EX+ playback / EX+ sleeve condition
• Real collector presence — the kind of copy that feels special the moment you handle it

💎 MAISON VINYL LISTING POLICY

Maison Vinyl specialises in collector-grade classic vinyl, rare pressings and audiophile editions.

Each record is ultrasonically cleaned using a HumminGuru, carefully inspected and fully play-tested on a Rega Planar 8 turntable fitted with an Apheta 3 cartridge.

Descriptions are written conservatively, highlighting even minor imperfections so buyers know exactly what they are purchasing.

All photographs show the exact item for sale.

VINYL GRADING

EX+        A superb copy with only minimal signs of handling or use.

EX           Light signs of play with excellent sound quality.

VG+       Very enjoyable with only minor marks and light background in places.

We do not list records below VG+ condition.

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🚚 PACKING AND SHIPPING

📀 Your collector piece will be professionally presented. The vinyl will be stored in a MoFi anti-static archival inner sleeve, with the outer sleeve protected in a high-density crystal-clear polypropylene cover. Records are carefully packed using proper LP mailers and protective padding to ensure safe arrival.

📦 UK orders ship via Royal Mail Tracked 48 or Royal Mail Special Delivery by 1pm, depending on the value of the record and the level of insurance required.

🌍 International buyers are welcome – shipping via Royal Mail International Tracked. Final shipping cost depends on destination.

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