led zeppelin 4 first pressing

The funny thing about the Led Zep IIs that jumped all over the place theyre now considered the must have version. I would expect a near-mint copy to fetch around $75. Check sold prices on eBay for an idea or the Median price in Discogs. Which just goes to show how gullible people were in the seventies. Ive a question I cant seem to get info on: I have 3 Sealed Zeppelin LPs, all three have a sticker that says d/j copy monaural and in the edges of the round sticker it says promotional not for sale and has a colored dot sticker. The Classic Records is a bit more detailed and forward sounding. The first pressing, mastered by a young Bob Ludwig, beats every other pressing and reissue by a wide margin. For instance, the records are dipped during the manufacturing process into vats of acid right? Having a sealed (and thus guaranteed never played) record from 69 has to be quite a rarity. having trouble finding my copy i just purchased. Bob, just send it to me. Early bird shopping at Amoeba this morning and I just scored a 'Pecko Duck' (or Porky Pecko) pressing of Led Zeppelin IV for $20! YES!!! SD 7208 It says # ST-A-712285-MO/ ST-A-712286-MO on the label but the run-off groove shows the letters DD instead of MO. At the pressing plant Grant saw that, in the final stage of manufacturing, an acid cleansing bath for classical records was renewed every 10 days. amazing music , when im down or bored or Thinking about something i would love to write a review in my website if time permits, I love it, music on this means just so much to me. It didnt help them much. Near-mint value of maybe $50. That was certainly a good day to be a record collector. Any ideas of the best site to sell these on? But runoff groove etchings really dont mean much. Strider I do have some other Japan pressings I like but none from LZ. http://www.discogs.com/Led-Zeppelin-Led-Zeppelin-IV/master/4300. I dont have more info, discox does not have any info on Led Zepp. Wasnt aware of its value until I walked by a young gentleman that was wowed by what I had. I agree that the UK Physical Graffiti sounds nice. On my Led Zep ll the name Allen is etched into the run off, any idea as to why. I'm sure they knew it was going to be a monster so probably a TON of Porky pressings are out there. To be honest, all the English edition of the 1st album sounds awful flat, no bass, no volume. Discussion in 'Music Corner' started by Chris Schoen, Mar 15, 2011. No, I dont have one. Pedantic, but fair! Free shipping for many products! I think your timing was impeccable! This edition is very rare and expensive. Second, a record is only worth what someone is willing to pay you for it, and condition is everything to a collector. The other one is led zeppelin II , Award Gold record printed 1969. Plus, I think the album was pressed in so many numbers they pushed the stamper lives a bit, resulting in copies that lose some presence. No, I dont have one of those either. View cart for details. I have Led Zeppelin II from 1968 never been opened. Nice article. I have a Led Zeppelin III on vinyl and it looks just like the picture you have of the US releasered and green with the titles of the songs listed down vertically, unlike the picture of the 80s reprint where the titles seem more horizontal. Only one album a special talking it Physical Graffiti. I bought a copy of led zeppelin vol 2 that is a Russian press with the album cover in Russian and the label in russian, I bought it at a fair over 25 years ago and paid 30.00 for it If it is 75 Rockefeller instead (but still SD-8236), you have a circa-1974 re-issue (Atlantic moved their offices to the latter address in 1973). Todays equipment can handle these pressings and I can attest to the fact that they sound amazing. But my copy is slightly different. The first pressings of Led Zep 1 are easily identifiable with Turquoise lettering on the front cover. Free shipping on many items | Browse your favorite brands | affordable prices. Amazing post. If so, assuming its in near-mint condition, maybe around 10.00. Unless it is the 1978 UK Lilac vinyl reissue (which looks pink), it is most likely a bootleg. If credited as The Lemon Sing your copy is worth 60-80. The paperback book, Every Record Tells A Story: A Vinyl Handbook is out now, packed full of vinyl-related advice and the stories behind great records. I have a copy of Led Zeppelins This wasnt because I have some sort of maverick vision or second sight as a record investor. As for value: about the same as a Physical reissue, but you may get a bit more from a collector who views it as a curiosity. Hi. Led Zeppelin Untitled (1971, Monarch Pressing, Vinyl), Led Zeppelin Untitled (1974, PRC Richmond Pressing, Vinyl), (You must log in or sign up to reply here. And yes, I intend to purchase all three, albeit these will be my first serviceable I and II. Feather symbol on side 2 is inverted. ), Forum Policies, Rules, and Terms of Service. Maybe I'll look at a few others, are there any more out there? That said though, keep in mind that something is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it, and just because it may be rare does not mean its valuable; it could be the only one in existence, but if nobody wants it, its worthless. Ill take care of it for you. Anyway, when I got home and played it, it was something completely different on side 2. It is part of the first production batch of the UK red/plum Atlantic label for this title. 1st UK pressing on 'plum' label which is red/white/plum. In a word, yes. 2 purple dots, Houses is yellow. Anyone know what insert appear first? My only disappointment is that it doesnt have auto-return, but thats something Im living with. US pressings with different lacquer codes and hear ten slightly different results. I have a Porky Pecko, and the bass sounds really crappy on Black Dog. Thanks, Please, need help. Im not a fan tbh and have acquired it completely by accident. Its a pity that the extras on Led Zep III dont include the version of Friends Page & Plant recorded with the Bombay Symphony in 1972, returning from their Australasian tour. It is definitely a first pressing & I have done everything you mentioned including the eBay search. Another thing you should know about buying Led Zep vinyl is that their first couple of albums are very, very expensive. Second pressings still from the sixties and with orange lettering on the cover are marginally less ridiculously priced, but may still set you back a few hundred quid if mint. And I discovered some very interesting things. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. WebThis label layout identifies the first pressing. Notes - Delivery *Estimated delivery dates include seller's dispatch time, origin postcode, destination postcode and time of acceptance, and will depend on the postage service selected and receipt of cleared payment. I have an old Led Zeppelin II LP which has a discrepancy between the disk label and the album cover as to which tracks are on what side. By vol 2, do you mean its a Russian pressing of Led Zeppelin II? Its not every day I learn something new about my favorite band of the last 35 years, but you provided plenty of interesting tidbits here. Have all the albums on vinyl, though I have no idea about their desirability. We oversaw every aspect of record manufacture. Hi Greg: is it this one? Refresh your browser window to try again. Read on. I got my Georges mixed up; Piros mastered Led Zeppelin I, not IV. Im a big vinyl fan having spent most of my life with it after my first introduction to it at the tender age of 6 (possibly earlier) when I used to listen to my dads collection (when dad was out and mum was in the kitchen of course !). Probably worth saying that if it is sealed it may be worth more than if you break the seal to look at the label. I also bought, on that same day, an original Shades Of Deep Purple (which I only discovered many years later, was the rare mono version), several Iron Butterfly albums and a few others (there may have been some Monkees albums amongst them but Ill deny it if anyone asks). $21.50 + $7.00 shipping. Classic Records used the original master tapes to make their reissue series of LZ at 33 1/3 and 45rpm on 200g vinyl. You could get ten different Porky etc. Sound? You can look at a site such as Discogs to et an idea of value of albums it all comes down to condition. Any idea on its rarity and or value? Look also for a light brown sleeve with a blurry green edge. the Amazon Associates Program via amazon.com. WebLP VINYL LED ZEPPELIN ALBUM 4 UNTITLED 2401012 UK 1ST PRESS VER 5 1971 EX-/EX | Music, Vinyl Records | eBay! Hello. I wonder if you can help me. I have two of the Taiwan covers. Thank you. I have just played the first LP of the second pressing, since I have just acquired a mint copy and I would say it is just as good, but without the fault. Thanks for the information. The Swan Song Zeppelin albums sound terrible. I would agree, yes. Affiliate programs and Looks good and more expensive (I think) than a Rega! Are you saying it has an Atco-style label? However, a bit of impromptu research from some audiophiles* has revealed that in the majority of cases the US pressing actually sounds better than the UK one. Arrived on time and very well packed. The A5/B5 Plum is the best version available cut from the original masters. Now, if only my Thompson Twins and Shalimar vinyl was so coveted, Yes, Shalamar and Thompson Twins are strangely absent from the Rare Record Guide. Hello, I have a Zeppelin 111 2401 002 Stereo & thinking of selling it. Appreciated. Youll get the best price selling individually on eBay, but check out record Collector magazine -there are plenty of dealers for a job lot just dont expect to be paid what they are worth. This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. Anyone know anything about Icelandic Led Zep pressings? Sadly we have no space to store anymore and it seems a shame for them to sit wasted in a loft. this can result in this site earning a commission. It's the LZ IV porky/pecko curse. I have a NOS Promo 45 of Zeppelins Trampled Under Foot still sealed in the FedClass mailer with a Green Swan Song label in Stereo on one side and a White label Mono Mix on the other side. Same for labels versions 2, 3 and 4. Im more interested in the extra tracks and outtakes Page has promised for Led Zep III and onwards. Hubby is a Zep fan, and I think we have pre-80s US pressings. IV album in pink vinyl. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Led Zeppelin - IV 4 INDIA 1st PRESSING PLUM UNIQUE SLEEVE Rare Matrix VERY RARE at the best online prices at eBay! I have Robert Plants autograph. Its because I could get *almost* the same thing for thirty-two pounds fifty less, and a penny saved is, as the saying goes, a penny earned. So thats a pretty limited early eighties pressing! When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, Or a clean UK original but good luck with that i.e. First pressings said Livin Lovin Wreck Still a first pressing, but without the Living Loving Wreck mis-print is a 60 copy in mint condition which lists The Lemon Hoping all is well. The label is just one variation. Audio Research PH7 Phono Preamp: All-vacuum-tube audio stage with four 6922 twin triodes. Have anyone of you heard about a pressing of this kind? Thanks. I grew up listening to Led Zeppelin on my dads record player and loved this post. Best of luck! A 1970 first pressing of Led Zeppelin III will have a catalog number of SD-7201 printed in the green part of the label, and an address of 1841 Broadway along the bottom of the red part of the label. Everyone has their SQ preferences. Your blog gave me the drive to go through my collection of pristine vinyl with the view of selling them. The evidence of the potential superiority of audio of the first USA pressings over the first UK pressings is right on the UK red/plum coloured Atlantic labels. I sold it about four years ago for 1000. But it is even more rare. Disk label = reversed, same groupings but with 1 = Heartbreaker, etc and 2 = Whole Lotta Love, etc. Although it isnt actually a mispressing (just a mislabeling), I agree. They therefore fetch the most money. Of course first and foremost about the first album L.Zep. II. First a word about bootlegs: A bootleg is a recording that is not commercially available to the public (such as a live concert recording never released by the label). Cheers. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Led Zeppelin - IV 4 INDIA 1st PRESSING PLUM UNIQUE SLEEVE Rare Matrix VERY RARE at the best online It smokes a slightly later German version I have. Yes, the inner bag is what I am referring to. This is because the global nature of Ebay allows basically a worldwide audience to see and bid on an item, and also allows for the value to change on an almost instant basis (as outside market forces affect values, or two collectors engage in a bidding war over the item). Any value? Thank you! Im the original owner and have kept them put away safe. I cant find much information about it online. Yesterday I received an RL Led Zep II from an online auction, for the opening price of $30 (in Ex cond), wasnt listed as RL, took a punt due to the inner sleeve adverts matching up to online images. Just a quick point of note..by the way liked going through this article, vinyl is nothing if not interesting to learn about. ?, would be keen to hear about that). These were not big pressings, approximately between 250 to 500 copies for each title. I didnt know it at the time, but my US pressing was pretty early and has excellent sound probably better than an equivalent UK version. $31.00. This applies to all editions and 1st turquoise with uncorrected matrixes, and with corrected, and Warner. Mine has the catalog number on the top left of the label above where it says Stereo. Value? I learn so much from you =), Thank you! My old turntable finally died and I chose that as my first record for the new turntable. Wizardo is a bootleg label. What turntable did you buy? Led Zeppelin Untitled (1971, Gatefold, Vinyl) Thanks! I still have it. For many years I have been sitting on a hidden gem that I would like to hear your thoughts on. Thanks. Never!!!! Unfortunately the majority of US copies vocal is removed into the background. If Living Loving Maid is mis-credited as Living Loving Wreck its worth around 250 to a collector. Led Zep III is a terrific record all round. Although the first UK pressing of 1 is astronomical mint if records are graded properly then VG+ should be quite good to listen to on normal (not audiophile) players. The record is in good condition. So, at best, the UK pressings have started with a duplication of the master tape, not the original master tape itself. Thanks for your advice, I will look into that option! The Technics SP25 Quartz-locked table offers a similar standard of excellence as the SP-10mkII professional units. Hi. Here is a thread on the various symbols to identify pressing plants: a3/b3 UK cutting of IV is my best favorite. (LogOut/ and Germany and are most likely pirates, as there would be no need to produce a DJ or promo copy of any Led Zeppelin album at this point in their career (its not like nobody knows them and they need promoting). Im prepared to take a small drop in quality to pay a lot less and enjoy every other aspect of vinyl ownership. I know when I bought these I was told they are colored vinyl. WebThe Holy Grail of Led Zeppelin IV vinyl recordings: The "porky" pressing refers to the original pressing first High-Resolution vinyl rip of Led Zeppelin IV. If you bought your Led Zep vinyl in the eighties, or if your old copy is crackly, then these new versions ought to be better sounding copies and thats a good reason to buy. So if one is after early rock albums like these, to listen to not collect and they arent millionaire is their any internet reference that can help find best pressings at affordable prices? Hi. No mention of View cart for details. These colored vinyl albums with the colored dots are later (circa 2013) versions from the E.U. Any info? PS, I saw Led Zeppelin in 1969 at Leeds Uni, I will never forget the dynamics, the 1000 watt slave amps stacked 10 high and only 2000 people in the hall. Therefore, find a copy of the excellent sound is not easy. However, for classical records there are separate vats which are cleaned out every ten days! Cheers! Hi Roger. Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. Hi. Yes. Houses of has an Obi. But, as Ive said in some of my other posts, its only worth what someone is willing to give you for it, which could vary wildly from day to day. Ive never seen that kdr prefix on the catalog number before; are you sure its not ksd? First, sorry for my English. If so, there is another one on sale for $8, and non-promo copies average something similar. The first known live performance for each song from Led Zeppelin IV. The album is normal in every way except for one, the pressing is side2 and side2. Wish he was as into Zeppelin back then as I am today so there would be more, but just so happens the copy of IV has this same writing on it. Free shipping on many items | Browse your favorite brands | Something went wrong. Some of my favorite copies of the record came from the same batch just they went to stores instead. If it is Killing Floor it is a slightly later pressing and worth 40-50. Can anybody help me out here?? Doesnt matter (to me) if this makes it valuable Ill be dying with this album! I did Simon thanks. Free I was told by some experts that the only way to get a Rega for less than $400 was to find a used one. As for value, it would depend upon the condition. Yup same one I think. Got a photo or two you can post? One's enough for me It's not in the greatest condition, mind ya (especially the cover) but it's still a Porky! So I would assume the info would be the same for the Icelandic Led Zep II and Coda. These can be bought for substantially less, albeit on lightweight eighties vinyl. Thank you good to get some extra detail. Thank you. was there a reprint of the turquoise version od Led Zep I? Is it worth anything today? I would love to hear your thoughts on what Im holding on to here. Of course its terrible. I also bought a sealed brand newpink vinyl LZ IV around 1977-8 in Scotland from reputable retail outlet in Dundee as teenager. Finally, a few words about Physical Graffiti. Not quite as common are actual track and album side errors like the one you had, but they do happen and are not necessarily rarities. The same is true of Electric Ladyland and is the reason why people want the Track versions rather than the later Polydor versions which were recorded quieter because of the jumping problem. affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network, and So my strategy would be either to find an old, battered copy of Led Zep 1 that you could swap the bags around with (and then sell the record for what you paid for it), or better still, find an album sold by Atlantic around the same time as Led Zep 1 that also had the same bag (which is likely to be cheaper than a new copy of Led Zep 1) and swap them around that way. Label errors happen in the record industry much more than people think, and, with a few exceptions, theyre really of no extra value. The point about the louder pressings of LZ II jumping is new to me but I think that it was more likely caused by the engineers following Pages instruction to record it loud, rather than them not following his instructions. Comparison - 5 different pressings of Led Zeppelins debut album on vinyl - YouTube 0:00 / 11:24 Comparison - 5 different pressings of Led Zeppelins debut album on Handsome Wireless Air Compressor Air Pump & Emergency Tool Car, Bike, Ball Pump, Milwaukee 2760-20 M18 Fuel Lithium 1/4 Surge Impact NEW in Box, Makita XT275PT-R 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless 2-Pc. There are more editions of the US, which sound far better than English editions. It probably is. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Because the value in buying any forthcoming re-issue will be in the quality of the vinyl especially for the first four albums. Thanks for this as much good info as what I wrote! ORDER NOW [ MORE INFO ] 5.1 & Stereo HD audio 1 blu-ray disc. Otherwise it looks & sounds excellent, and certainly an improvement on my 30+ year old Onkyo which was past its prime. the Amazon Associates Program via amazon.com. I have After the Crash vol 1,both the vinyls are A++,the sleeve has a little wear on the corners. If you want to sell them all in one go to a dealer, you will get maybe a third of an eBay price, because they will want to make a profit also. . Can anyone enlighten me what it might be worth? It plays fine on a proper turntable but not on a Radiogram which is what most people had in 69, if they were lucky. This is the easiest method. Either that or first pressing are considered the more desirable 1 Reply bungopony Describe accurately, become familiar with the Goldmine method of record grading (you can Google it). WebFind many great new & used options and get the best deals for Led Zeppelin - Led Zeppelin III / 3 Vinyl Record UK FIRST Press PLUM Label 1970 at the best online prices at eBay! I think these were quite common in Canada, as I have about 6 of them. Burnett is HowlinWolfs real name. Can you tell me its value please. Of course Ive already ordered the first 3 with bonus discs, (why not add to the stack). Good find. LED ZEPPELIN I ATLANTIC LP This extra detail is most obvious in the acoustic songs, where the instruments "pop" a bit more. After The Crash is a Robert Plant live bootleg from his April 11, 1988 show at the Hammersmith Odeon; maybe worth $15 or $20. View basket for details. But for Rock/ Pop stuff these vats are only cleaned out every six months.

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