MICHAEL RABIN Violin Recital 1961 Capitol K60690 ED1 White Label Testpress NM
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Description
Michael Rabin, violin
Violin Recital – Sarasate, Dinicu, Heifetz, Kreisler, Paganini, Rimsky-Korsakov, Saint-Saëns
Ultra-rare German first press White Label Stereo Test Pressing 10" LP issued 1961 on Capitol Records, catalog K 60690.
Details:
Artist: Michael Rabin (violin)
Composers: Sarasate, Dinicu, Heifetz, Kreisler, Paganini, Rimsky-Korsakov, Saint-Saëns
Label: Capitol Records
Catalog Number: K 60690
Country / Decade: Germany, 1960s
Pressing / Edition: 1st German Press (ED1) – White Label Sample Testpress
Label Features: “Sample Not For Sale” – Early Stereo Test Pressing
Genre: Classical / Romantic / Virtuoso Violin / Concerto
Format: 10" LP, Stereo, White Label Test Pressing
Condition:
Vinyl Near Mint (NM) — glossy surfaces, appears completely unplayed.
Cover Near Mint (NM) — crisp laminated sleeve with gold stereo sticker, clean spine and edges.
Includes original inner sleeve.
Ultrasonically cleaned with Degritter MK2 for top audiophile playback.
An exceptionally rare collector copy of this early Capitol stereo test pressing.
Performance & Sound:
Legendary violin recital showcasing Michael Rabin’s unmatched virtuosity and tone — recorded at the peak of his brief but brilliant career.
Includes signature showpieces such as Zigeunerweisen, Hora Staccato, and Introduction et Rondo Capriccioso.
A true audiophile rarity: early German stereo White Label Test Pressing capturing stunning dynamics and immediacy.
Among the most desirable Rabin issues for serious collectors.
Shipping & Packaging:
All records are professionally packed in rigid four-lax LP mailers to prevent corner or seam damage.
Worldwide tracked shipping via DHL Paket. Combined shipping available.
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