DEEP PURPLE Vinyl, PROMO COPY, Who Do We Think We Are, 1973, First Release
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Nov 19, 2025 Sold Date
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Deep Purple's album Who Do We Think We Are is the seventh studio release by the band, issued in January 1973 and notable for being the last Mark II lineup album until 1984. The matrix 40379-1B specifically refers to certain early vinyl pressings, most likely manufactured in the US by Warner Bros/Purple Records; this matrix is a unique identifier for the lacquer used to press the record sides and indicates an original early cut.

Essential context:

The album features tracks such as "Woman from Tokyo," "Mary Long," "Super Trouper," "Smooth Dancer," "Rat Bat Blue," "Place in Line," and "Our Lady," all by Blackmore, Gillan, Glover, Lord, and Paice.

It was recorded in Rome (July 1972) and Frankfurt (October 1972), using the Rolling Stones Mobile Studio.

    • First US pressings (with matrix codes like 40379-1B) are sought-after by collectors for authenticity and sound quality.

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DEEP PURPLE 1973 Promotional copy (see photo).  Deep Purple released a lot of promo material during the 1970's.  Vinyl is ultrasonic cleaned using Tergikleen.

Goldmine Standard VG++ same as ebay EXCELLENT (EX). I do not grade above VG++ (see profile). Shipped USPS Media Mail 2-8 working days. See below comments:

Artist: DEEP PURPLE Vinyl Name: Who Do We Think We Are Year: 1973 ID: BS 2678 Matrix: 40379-1B Vinyl Grade: VG++ Cover Grade: VG+ Warpage: Slight Inner Sleeve: Original Label: Warner Brothers Country: USA Comment: Promotional Copy (see photo).  Vinyl has several minor scuffs. Cover folds out, has song insert and in good shape for this time period.


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