BEATLES Past Masters Vol 1 & 2 2LP Vinyl Gatefold Capitol C1-91135 Wally Cut NM

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ESSENTIAL BEATLES ANTHOLOGY: The Beatles – Past Masters - Volumes One & Two (Original 1988 US Gatefold 2LP Set)

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Attention vinyl enthusiasts, audiophiles, and Fab Four archivers: You are looking at a pristine, collector-grade US first pressing of The Beatles' essential non-album collection, Past Masters - Volumes One & Two (catalog number C1-91135 / Capitol Records & Parlophone).

Compiled by renowned Beatles historian Mark Lewisohn and produced by George Martin, this 2-disc set was issued to gather all the iconic non-album singles, B-sides, EP tracks, and foreign-language releases ("Komm, Gib Mir Deine Hand," "Sie Liebt Dich") into one definitive collection. Featuring legendary tracks like "Love Me Do," "She Loves You," "I Want to Hold Your Hand," "Paperback Writer," "Hey Jude," "Revolution," and "Let It Be," this compilation is the ultimate bridge for any complete Beatles vinyl library!

Mastered by legendary cutting engineer Wally Traugott (Wally) at Capitol Mastering and pressed at Specialty Records Corporation (SRC), this original 1988 gatefold release delivers classic analog warmth in a mix of original mono and stereo mixes.

The Technical & Pressing Profile:

• Label & Catalog: Capitol Records / Parlophone – C1-91135 (US)

• Format: 2 x 12" LP Set (Compilation, Gatefold, Mono & Stereo)

• Release Date: October 26, 1988

• Genre / Style: Rock & Roll, Pop Rock

• Mastering & Cutting Pedigree: Mastered at Capitol Mastering by acclaimed engineer Wally Traugott (Wally).

• Pressing Plant: Specialty Records Corporation (SRC logo etched in dead wax).

• Label Design: Features Capitol's classic purple label with the Parlophone logo above the side markers.

• Matrix / Runout (Side 1): C1-1-91136 F-1 1-1 MASTERED BY CAPITOL Wally SRC

• Matrix / Runout (Side 2): C1-2-91136 F-1 1-1 MASTERED BY CAPITOL Wally SRC

• Matrix / Runout (Side 3): C1-3-91137 F-1 1-1 MASTERED BY CAPITOL Wally SRC

• Matrix / Runout (Side 4): C1-4-91137 F-1 1-1 MASTERED BY CAPITOL Wally SRC

• Packaging Details: Housed in the original gatefold sleeve and includes transparent rice-paper inner sleeves.

Why This Pressing Belongs in Your Collection:

Wally Traugott cuts at Capitol are legendary among vinyl collectors for their natural balance, punchy low-end, and crisp high frequency extension. Combined with Specialty Records Corporation's high-quality vinyl formulation, this 1988 original gatefold pressing provides a superior, authentic listening experience for these foundational rock tracks!

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