Media Grading: VG+ Sleeve Grading: VG+

Notes

Comes in a gatefold sleeve.
1st pressing with *no* Jackson credit on rear of sleeve (directly under Quincy Jones credit) as Co-Producer, unlike the 2nd and later pressings.

Michael Jackson ‎– Thriller

Label: Epic ‎– ELPS 4328 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, Gatefold
Country: Australia Released: 1982 Genre: Electronic, Funk / Soul, Pop Style: Synth-pop, Disco

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Tracklist

Position Title/Credits Duration A1 Wanna Be Startin' Something Arranged By [Horn Arrangement] – Jerry Hey, Michael JacksonArranged By [Rhythm Arrangement] – Michael Jackson, Quincy JonesArranged By [Vocal Arrangement] – Michael JacksonBacking Vocals [Background Vocals] – Becky Lopez, Bunny Hull, James Ingram, Julia Waters, Maxine Waters, Michael Jackson, Oren WatersBass – Louis JohnsonElectric Piano [Rhodes], Synthesizer – Greg PhillinganesGuitar – David Williams (4)Percussion – Paulinho Da CostaPercussion [Bathroom Stomp Board] – Michael Jackson, Nelson Hayes, Steven Ray (2)Saxophone [Sax], Flute – Larry WilliamsSynthesizer – Bill Wolfer, Michael BoddickerTrombone – Bill Reichenbach (2)Trumpet, Flugelhorn – Gary Grant, Jerry HeyWritten-By – Michael Jackson 6:20 A2 Baby Be Mine Arranged By [Horn Arrangement] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Vocal, Rhythm And Synthesizer Arrangement] – Rod TempertonDrums – Ndugu Chancler*Guitar – David Williams (4)Keyboards, Synthesizer – Greg PhillinganesProgrammed By [Synthesizer Programming] – Anthony Marinelli, Brian Banks, Steve PorcaroSaxophone [Sax], Flute – Larry WilliamsSynthesizer – David Paich, Michael BoddickerTrombone – Bill Reichenbach (2)Trumpet, Flugelhorn – Gary Grant, Jerry HeyWritten-By – Rod Temperton 4:20 A3 The Girl Is Mine Arranged By [Rhythm Arrangement] – David Paich, Quincy JonesArranged By [Synthesizer Arrangement] – David FosterArranged By [Vocal Arrangement] – Michael Jackson, Quincy JonesArranged By, Conductor [Strings Arranged And Conducted By] – Jerry HeyBass – Louis JohnsonConcertmaster – Jerry Vinci*Drums – Jeff PorcaroElectric Piano [Rhodes] – Greg PhillinganesFeaturing – Paul McCartneyGuitar – Dean Parks, Steve LukatherPiano – David PaichProgrammed By [Synthesizer Programming] – Steve PorcaroSynthesizer – David FosterWritten-By – Michael Jackson 3:42 A4 Thriller Arranged By [Horn Arrangement] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Vocal, Rhythm And Synthesizer Arrangement] – Rod TempertonEffects – Bruce Cannon, Bruce SwedienFeaturing – Vincent Price (2)Guitar – David Williams (4)Programmed By [Synthesizer Programming] – Anthony MarinelliRap – Vincent Price (2)Saxophone [Sax], Flute – Larry WilliamsSynthesizer – Brian Banks, Greg Phillinganes, Rod TempertonTrombone – Bill Reichenbach (2)Trumpet, Flugelhorn – Gary Grant, Jerry HeyWritten-By – Rod Temperton 5:57 B1 Beat It Arranged By [Rhythm Arrangement] – Michael Jackson, Quincy JonesArranged By [Vocal Arrangement] – Michael JacksonDrums – Jeff PorcaroElectric Piano [Rhodes], Synthesizer – Greg PhillinganesGuitar – Eddie Van Halen, Paul Jackson*Guitar, Electric Bass – Steve LukatherKeyboards – Bill WolferPercussion [Drum Case Beater] – Michael JacksonSynthesizer [Synclavier] – Tom BahlerSynthesizer [Synergy] – Greg SmithSynthesizer, Programmed By [Synthesizer Programming] – Steve PorcaroWritten-By – Michael Jackson 4:17 B2 Billie Jean Arranged By [String Arrangement] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Vocal, Rhythm And Synthesizer Arrangement] – Michael JacksonBass – Louis JohnsonConductor [Strings Conducted By] – Jeremy LubbockDrums – Ndugu Chancler*Electric Piano [Rhodes], Synthesizer – Greg PhillinganesGuitar – Dean ParksSynthesizer – Greg SmithSynthesizer [Emulator] – Michael BoddickerSynthesizer, Programmed By [Synthesizer Programming] – Bill WolferWritten-By – Michael Jackson 4:57 B3 Human Nature Arranged By – David Paich, Steve Lukather, Steve PorcaroDrums – Jeff PorcaroGuitar – Steve LukatherPercussion – Paulinho Da CostaSynthesizer – David PaichSynthesizer [Emulator] – Michael BoddickerSynthesizer, Programmed By [Synthesizer] – Steve PorcaroWritten-By – John Bettis, Steve Porcaro 4:05 B4 P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing) Arranged By – James Ingram, Quincy JonesBacking Vocals – Howard Hewett, James IngramDrums – Ndugu Chancler*Electric Bass – Louis JohnsonGuitar – Paul Jackson*Handclaps – Greg Phillinganes, James Ingram, Louis Johnson, Michael Jackson, Steven Ray (2)Keyboards [Portasound Keyboard] – James IngramPerformer – P.Y.T'sSynthesizer, Programmed By [Synthesizer Programming] – Greg PhillinganesVocoder, Synthesizer [Emulator] – Michael BoddickerWritten-By – James Ingram, Quincy Jones 3:58 B5 The Lady In My Life Arranged By – Rod TempertonBass – Louis JohnsonDrums – Jeff PorcaroElectric Piano [Rhodes] – Greg PhillinganesGuitar – Paul Jackson*Synthesizer – David Paich, Steve PorcaroSynthesizer [Emulator] – Michael BoddickerWritten-By – Rod Temperton 4:57

Credits

• Co-producer – Michael Jackson
• Engineer [Assistant] – Mark Ettel, Steve Bates
• Engineer [Technical] – Matt Forger
• Lacquer Cut By [Runout Etching Δ] – Tony Taurins
• Mastered By – Bernie Grundman
• Mixed By – Bruce Swedien
• Producer – Quincy Jones
• Recorded By – Humberto Gatica, Matt Forger
• Recorded By [Eddie Van Halen's Guitar Solo On "Beat It"] – Don Landee*
• Recorded By, Mixed By – Bruce Swedien

Barcode and Other Identifiers

• Matrix / Runout (Side A): Δ MX201750 ELPS4328-1
• Matrix / Runout (Side B): Δ MX201751 ELPS4328-2

The Goldmine Standard for grading is used for my vinyl listings:

 

Mint (M)

 

The sleeve and cover are absolutely perfect in every way. To qualify as Mint, the record must never have been played and is possibly still sealed. Mint should be used sparingly as a grade, if at all. Note that a record can be sealed and not Mint. There could be sleeve discoloration, ring wear, or vinyl warp if guidelines on how to store vinyl were not followed. If you suspect your record is in Mint condition, do not play it.

Near Mint (NM or M-)

 

A nearly perfect record. A Near Mint (NM) record has more than likely never been played. The vinyl will play perfectly, with no imperfections during playback. The record should show no obvious signs of wear. The sleeve of a 45 of EP should have no more than the most minor defects, such as any sign of slight handling. The LP cover should have no creases, folds, seam-splits, cut-out holes, or other noticeable similar defects. The same should be true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves, etc. Many dealers won’t give a grade higher than NM, implying (perhaps correctly) that no record is ever truly perfect.

Very Good Plus (VG+)

 

A Very Good Plus (VG+) record will show some signs that it was played and handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. Any defects are of a cosmetic nature and do not affect the actual playback. In theory, a VG+ record should sound the same as a Near Mint (NM) one. Vinyl surfaces may show some signs of wear, such as slight scuffs or very light scratches. Slight warps that do not affect the sound are okay. The label may have some ring wear or discoloration, but it should be barely noticeable. Spindle marks may be present. Picture sleeves and inner sleeves will have some wear, slightly turned-up corners, or a small seam-split. An LP cover may have sparse signs of wear and may be marred by a cut-out hole, indentation, or cut corner. In general, it plays perfectly, and if not for some minor aesthetic wear, it would be Near Mint.

Very Good (VG)

 

The defects found in a Very Good Plus (VG+) record will be more pronounced in a Very Good (VG) item. Surface noise will be evident upon playing, especially in soft passages and during a song’s intro and fade, but will not overpower the music otherwise. Groove wear will start to be noticeable, such as with light scratches (deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound. Labels may be marred by writing, or have tape or stickers (or their residue) attached. The same will be true of picture sleeves or LP covers. However, a VG item will not have all of these problems at the same time.

Good, Good Plus (G, G+)

 

A record in Good (G) or Good Plus (G+) condition can be played through without skipping, but it will have significant surface noise, scratches, and visible groove wear. A cover or sleeve will have seam-splits, especially at the bottom or on the spine. Tape, writing, ring wear, or other defects will be present. While the record will be playable without skipping, noticeable surface noise and “ticks” will almost certainly accompany the playback.

Poor, Fair (P, F)

 

The record is cracked, badly warped, and won’t play through without skipping or repeating. The picture sleeve could be water damaged, split on more than one seam, and heavily marred by wear or writing. The LP cover barely keeps the LP inside it. Inner sleeves are fully split, crinkled, and written upon. Poor (P) or Fair (F) records are generally worth very little, at most 5% of the Near Mint (NM) price.