MOZART Violin Concertos 3 & 5 Mutter Karajan SPEAKERS CORNER Test Pressing 1999

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Title: MOZART Violin Concertos 3 & 5 Mutter Karajan SPEAKERS CORNER TEST PRESSING LP

Description:

Up for auction is an absolute masterpiece and core historical landmark for classical vinyl purists: a hyper-rare, audiophile-grade 180g Test Pressing of W.A. Mozart's "Violin Concertos No. 3 & No. 5," featuring the legendary debut recording of a 14-year-old violin prodigy Anne-Sophie Mutter, alongside the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Herbert von Karajan.

Originally recorded by Deutsche Grammophon in February 1978 at the Philharmonie in Berlin, this premium, pure-analogue remaster was meticulously prepared by Germany’s renowned Speakers Corner Records (Catalog: 2531 049) in March 1999 (originally part of the ultra-exclusive "The Conductors" box-set project).

Mutter's debut interpretations under Karajan's mentorship are widely considered to be among the finest Mozart violin performances ever captured on tape, showcasing jaw-dropping maturity and tonal beauty. Test pressings from Speakers Corner are produced in minuscule quantities (often just 5 to 20 copies) for technical evaluation at the Pallas pressing plant and are virtually impossible to acquire on the open market.

This investment-grade item includes the authentic, double-sided factory production insert printed in both German and English, detailing the recording history. The record features the iconic blank white factory test-pressing labels.

TRACKLIST:

- Side 1: Concerto for Violin and Orchestra No. 3 in G major, K. 216

  I. Allegro

  II. Adagio

  III. Rondeau (Allegro)

- Side 2: Concerto for Violin and Orchestra No. 5 in A major, K. 219

  I. Allegro aperto

  II. Adagio

  III. Rondeau (Tempo di Menuetto)

CONDITION DETAILS:

- Vinyl: NM (Near Mint) – Exceptional audiophile condition. The heavy 180g virgin vinyl retains a brilliant, clean factory luster with no scuffs, scratches, or visible surface imperfections. Appears unplayed or played once under critical evaluation conditions.

- Labels: NM – Pristine, unblemished blank white factory test-pressing labels with no writing, staining, or spindle marks.

- Production Insert: NM – Completely intact, clean layout, sharp corners, and free of creases or handling tears.

- Outer Sleeve: VG+ to NM – Original generic heavy white cardboard test-pressing jacket is clean and crisp with strong structural integrity.

An absolute peak-tier collector's item for violin enthusiasts, Mutter/Karajan devotees, and audio purists seeking the absolute closest sound to the original analog master tapes.

SHIPPING & HANDLING:

To preserve the archival condition of this rare piece, it will be packaged securely inside a professional, corrugated record mailer. The vinyl will be placed in a poly inner sleeve and removed from the cardboard jacket during transit to eliminate the risk of edge wear or seam splits. Ships fully insured with tracking worldwide.