Led Zeppelin I ‘Superhype’ & Corrected 588171 w/ grey stripe UK 1st Press EX/EX
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Aug 19, 2026 Sold Date
Aug 18, 2026 Start Date
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⚡ Led Zeppelin I ‘Superhype’ credit & Corrected Matrix w/ grey stripe in superb EX/EX condition (1969) ⚡

THIS RECORD IS FROM A CHERISHED PERSONAL COLLECTION, I HONESTLY GRADE EACH PIECE AND LOOK TO SELL RARE COLLECTABLES WITHIN MARKET PRICE RANGES.

Original UK 1st Pressing • Highly Collectible Early Variant • A1/B1 in EX/EX Condition.

An incredible opportunity to own a towering monument of rock history: an original 1969 United Kingdom first pressing of Led Zeppelin’s legendary debut album. Released on the iconic Atlantic Red & Plum label(Catalogue: 588171), this specific copy is the highly sought-after early variant. It pairs the early uncorrected stamped matrix numbers with the ultra-rare Superhype Music publishing credit on the labels and the classic orange-lettered front sleeve.
Finding an archive-grade UK first press with both the sleeve and vinyl in definitive Excellent (EX) condition is an absolute rarity.


🔍 Key Release & Matrix Details
* Artist: Led Zeppelin
* Album: Led Zeppelin (Self-Titled / I)
* Release Year: 1969
* Country of Origin: United Kingdom (UK)
* Label: Atlantic (Plum & Red label, Black fan logo, "Made in Gt. Britain")
* Catalogue Number: 588171
* Variant Spec Orange sleeve with grey stripe. uncorrected matrixes, and original "Superhype" label credits.
* Matrix / Runout Identifiers:
* Side 1: 588171 A//1 (Earliest uncorrected stamped matrix)
* Side 2: 588171 B//1 (Earliest uncorrected stamped matrix)

📊 Condition Grading (Goldmine Standard)

🧥 Laminated Outer Sleeve: EXCELLENT (EX)

* Front & Back: Beautifully preserved, fully laminated MacNeill Press sleeve. The laminate retains a gorgeous, high-gloss shine with only expected ageing & surface storage wear.
* Visual Anchors: Features the distinct grey stripe/border across the base of the front cover and the historical "Uptight An' Outasight" Polydor marketing credit text on the rear.
* Edges & Spine: Structural integrity is superb. The pinched spine is crisp, fully intact, and completely legible.

🎚️ Vinyl Visual & Audio: EXCELLENT (EX)

* Visual Vinyl: Heavyweight, high-quality 1969 vinyl pressing. Under bright direct light, it displays its original deep mirror-like gloss. It features only a couple of completely superficial, ultra-faint hairline paper scuffs from inner-sleeve removal that do not affect playback.

* Labels: Pristine Plum/Red Atlantic labels. Clean spindle hole with minimal spindle trail marks, indicating this record has been handled with utmost care over the last several decades.

* Audio Playback: Stunning, powerful, warm analog audio separation. Plays with incredible punch, clarity, and depth. Minimal to no distracting background surface noise—an absolute audiophile's dream for a 1969 press.

THIS IS FROM A CHERISHED PERSONAL COLLECTION, AS SUCH I DO NOT OFFER RETURNS.


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