Otis Redding The Best Of Test Pressing LP SPECIALTY RECORDS CORP. ST-A-876407A
  $   88

 


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Mar 28, 2026 Sold Date
Mar 1, 2026 Start Date
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Description

This is an incredibly rare, authentic test pressing of the classic Otis Redding compilation album, The Best of Otis Redding. Produced by the legendary Specialty Records Corporation (SRC) in Olyphant, PA, this is an audiophile "grail" item for serious collectors.

Key Details & Rarity:

Authentic Test Pressing: A highly limited "proof" copy made to approve the audio quality before mass production (typically only 5-15 made).

First Lacquer Cut: Features the matrix number ST-A-876407A 1-1, indicating it was made from the very first mastering lacquer (the "1-1" cut), offering potentially superior sound quality direct from the master tapes.

SRC Pressing: Confirmed by the Specialty Records Corporation label as pictured. (Please check your runout groove for the "SRC" stamp for full confirmation).

Compilation Album: A double-sided LP featuring many of his greatest hits.

Estimated Era: Circa 1970s production based on the matrix codes and plant history.

Condition (Visual Grading):

Record Grading:  Near Mint (NM) or Excellent (EX)].

Visual Assessment: Visually inspected and appears to have no visible scratches or warping.

Sleeve/Cover: NOTE: This item is the vinyl record only with its original white test pressing label, and does not include a picture cover or generic sleeve.

Selling Information:

Artist: Otis Redding.

Album Title: The Best of Otis Redding.

Record Label: ATCO Records (via Specialty Records Corp.).

Format: 12" Vinyl LP, 33 1/3 RPM.

Matrix/Runout (Side A): ST-A-876407A 1-1 (etched/stamped)

Genre: R&B & Soul, Soul.


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