Yes “Yessongs” (1973) PROMO DJ COPY 3-LP Box Set
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Description
Radio station archive specimen of Yes's crowning progressive rock live masterwork, "Yessongs" (1973 Atlantic Records, SD 3-100). This is a definitive, matching 3-LP White Label Promotional (WLP) box set distributed exclusively to major-market rock program directors and radio DJs in May 1973.
This specific copy represents a premier audiophile configuration, featuring the highly coveted "-DJ" master maternal runout matrices across all six sides.
TECHNICAL PROVENANCE & RECORD MATRIX RUNOUT DATA: • Side 1 Matrix: ST-A-732803-DJ (Hand-etched) • Side 2 Matrix: ST-A-732804-DJ (Hand-etched) • Side 3 Matrix: ST-A-732805-DJB (Hand-etched) • Side 4 Matrix: ST-A-732806-DJB (Hand-etched) • Side 5 Matrix: ST-A-732807-DJ (Hand-etched) • Side 6 Matrix: ST-A-732808-DJ (Hand-etched)
AUDIOPHILE & PACKAGING SIGNIFICANCE: The matching "-DJ" runout markings certify that this triple-vinyl release was struck at the inception of the manufacturing cycle using fresh, zero-wear master mothers. Unlike commercial copies, these promotional discs capture the monumental soundstage of the 1972 Close to the Edge tour with stunning clarity—delivering Chris Squire’s driving Rickenbacker bass and Rick Wakeman’s dense Mellotron layers with maximum analog punch and no high-frequency roll-off.
The jacket features the authentic factory promo notch cut on the sleeve edge.
Vinyl Condition: Near Mint. The labels are clean with no writing or spindle marks. The vinyl retains its brilliant original factory luster.
Jacket Condition: Very Good. Solid, thick cardboard sleeve featuring the official gold foil promo stamp. Structurally sound with crisp edges, minor shelf wear at the corners, no seam splits, no cut-out holes. Original inner sleeve included. Promotional sticker is clean, intact and fully readable.
Sturdy, heavyweight cardboard gatefold sleeve featuring extensive liner notes and vintage photos inside. Graphic print is bright with tight seams and no splitting.
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