The Beatles – 1962‑1966 Red Album UK Apple 1973 Early Press EX PCSP 717
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Description
The Beatles – 1962–1966 (Red Album)
UK Apple Early Pressing • 1973 • EX • PCSP 717
Artist: The Beatles
Title: 1962–1966
Format: 2 × Vinyl LP, Stereo
Label: Apple Records
Catalogue Number: PCSP 717
Country: UK
Year: 1973
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Overview
Early UK Apple Records pressing of The Beatles – 1962–1966 (“The Red Album”), issued in 1973. This is an original‑era Apple release, not a later EMI‑boxed reissue.
Correct UK packaging, mostly first‑cut lacquers, and excellent condition throughout.
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Key Details
• Apple labels with “Mfd. in U.K.”
• No EMI box on labels (pre‑1975)
• Fully laminated UK gatefold sleeve
• Correct early‑1970s cut‑corner inner sleeves
• Lightweight UK EMI vinyl
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Matrix / Runout Information
As stamped/etched in the dead wax:
• Side 1: YEX 905‑1 (RPR)
• Side 2: YEX 906‑1 (OVV 6 4)
• Side 3: YEX 907‑2 (GLR)
• Side 4: YEX 908‑1 (OOV 7)
Notes:
• Three sides are ‑1 first lacquer cuts
• Side 3 is a very early ‑2 recut
• Typical of early UK Apple pressings from 1973
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Condition
Vinyl: Excellent
Clean, glossy surfaces with no deep marks or feelable scratches. Plays very well with low surface noise.
Sleeve: Excellent
Fully laminated gatefold with strong colour and only light handling wear.
Inner Sleeves:
Original UK cut‑corner inners, correct for the period
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Format: 2x12” LP – Black Vinyl
Fast dispatch, within 1 working day. Always in a protective outer sleeve and vinyl mailer.
If you should have any questions or queries, please send a message.
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Additional Note
This title is also listed as part of a matched UK Apple Red & Blue Album set.
If sold as part of the set, this individual listing will be removed.
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