Ian Hunter – Self-Titled S/T LP Orig. Columbia Advance Promotional Test Press
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Nov 11, 2025 Sold Date
Oct 22, 2025 Start Date
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Ian Hunter – Self-Titled (1975) Columbia White Label Test Press LP – Pitman Pressing – EX/NM Vinyl

Up for sale is a rare original 1975 Columbia Records white label test pressing of Ian Hunter’s self-titled debut solo album (catalog no. X698 / PC 33480). This is a true Columbia Pitman pressing test press, issued before the album's official release, with blank label fields (no handwritten or stamped info), which is typical for some Columbia in-house test pressings of the time.

This pressing is 100% verified as the Ian Hunter album. It plays through flawlessly and matches the album track-for-track.

Artist: Ian Hunter
Album: Ian Hunter (Self-Titled Debut)
Label: Columbia Records
Catalog #: X698 / PC 33480 (test press matrix/runout matches)
Year: 1975
Pressing Plant: Columbia Pitman
Label Type: White Label Test Pressing (blank info fields)
Format: Vinyl LP
Speed: 33 ⅓ RPM
Country: USA

    Condition:

    Vinyl: Excellent to Near Mint (EX/NM) – Clean and glossy with minimal signs of play. Plays beautifully with no skips, pops, or surface noise. 
    Sleeve: VG- – Comes with the original stock Columbia retail cover, which is typically not included with test pressings. Cover shows noticeable wear (see photos).

      This is a true test pressing, not a promo or standard issue. These were pressed in very limited numbers (often <25 copies) for review and archival purposes.

      A great piece for collectors of Ian Hunter, Mott the Hoople, or vintage Columbia rock releases.

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