WITH THE BEATLES 1963 Two 1 Sided STEREO Test Presings
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We have 1000s of records in stock, including some unbelievably rare items. Our on-line lists are not being regularly updated, so time to clear out some titles ready for a major re-vamp. They will be listed in no particular order, although I will attempt to keep listing the same format.
I am using an A3 scanner for the pictures, so the sleeve doesn't qute fit under. I will always attempt to show, rather than hide, the worst parts of the sleeve.
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ORIGINAL UK 1963 Test Pressings
THE BEATLES With The Beatles STEREO
These are the very first pressings from the original masters. In the early 1960s, it was normal practice to press 4 or 5 one sided discs to test the quality of the master. They would then be given to the producer, the manager and whoever else had an active interest.
Generally, they would have artist, title, and quite often the catalogue number hand written onto the blank labels. The writing on these labels suggests that the production of this LP was of paramount importance and the audio check was done straight away at the studio. This means that they may be the only pair pressed.
I do not need to waffle on about the disirability or historic importance of these; I will let collectors make up their minds about price. Simply bear in mind that this almost certainly the only oportunity that you will ever have to obtain these.
SLEEVE: N/a
MATRIX NUMBERS: YEX 110-2, YEX 111-2
INNER SLEEVES: Original Emitex
Labels: See for yourself. Both records have labels on each side
Vinyl: POOR. I have played both records and the audio quality is still good, they play without any sticks or jumps. No groove damage. Perfectly playable examples, although heavily marked.
