Olivia Rodrigo Sour Vinyl LP Translucent Purple Amazon Excl RTI Pressing EX/NM

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Olivia Rodrigo – SOUR (Amazon Exclusive Translucent Purple Vinyl LP)

Up for sale is a highly sought-after, fully play-tested, and freshly cleaned copy of Olivia Rodrigo's monumental debut album, Sour. This is the definitive domestic US Amazon Exclusive variant, pressed at the legendary Record Technology Incorporated (RTI) plant and cut by Black Belt Mastering.

Unlike many colored vinyl pressings from this era that suffer from excessive surface noise, this specific copy has been fully play-tested and boasts Excellent (EX) audio clarity, making it a true collector's piece for both audiophiles and fans.

DETAILED CONDITION REPORT

• Jacket Cover: EX (Excellent). Stays incredibly clean, vibrant, and bright. Shows only very minor corner wear from careful handling and one slight, minor wrinkle in the bottom right corner.

Gatefold Interior: NM (Near Mint). Stunning, bright, and completely crisp.

Vinyl Disc (Visual): EX (Excellent). The translucent purple wax retains its beautiful, high-gloss luster with only a few very faint, superficial scuffs that do not affect playback.

Audio Playback: EX (Excellent). Fully play-tested. Sounds exceptionally clean and bright with only very slight, normal background noise in isolated quiet sections and between tracks. No skips, loud pops, or ticks.

Inner Printed Lyric Sleeve: VG+ to EX. Bright and clean with only a single, small standard seam split from the record edge.

Bonus Preservation: Ships safely inside a brand-new protective outer plastic sleeve. Freshly cleaned prior to listing.

COLLECTOR'S MATRIX & PRESSING INFORMATION

For serious collectors, the dead wax runout codes on this specific copy confirm its premium manufacturing pedigree:

• Catalog Number (Spine): B0033816-01 (Official Geffen Records US release identifier).

Barcode: 602438119479 (Standard retail scan data for this variant).

Side A Matrix Code: B003381601 - 2

• (Significance: The "- 2" denotes an early pressing from the second physical stamper/mother set created for the production run. Early stampers ensure deeper, crisper groove definitions before manufacturing wear sets in.)

Mastering Stamp: +BLACKBELT-LEVI+

• (Significance: Confirms the lacquer master was cut by the acclaimed engineer Levi Seitz at Black Belt Mastering. Seitz is widely respected for cutting dynamic, non-compressed vinyl masters that preserve vocal clarity and punchy low-ends.)

Pressing Plant Stamp: 37860.1(3)...

(Significance: The distinct plating sequence from Record Technology Incorporated (RTI) in California. RTI is widely recognized as one of the top boutique vinyl pressing facilities in the world. Their heavyweight vinyl compounds are celebrated by audiophiles for reducing floor noise and static pop.)

ALBUM HISTORY & SIGNIFICANCE

Released in May 2021, Sour is the multi-platinum debut studio album by singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo. Written primarily by Rodrigo and producer Dan Nigro, the album seamlessly blends 1990s alternative rock, bedroom pop, and heartbreaking acoustic ballads. It catapulted Rodrigo into global superstardom, spending five weeks atop the Billboard 200 chart and winning three Grammy Awards, including Best Pop Vocal Album.

Key Tracks Featured on this LP:

• "drivers license" – The record-breaking, multi-platinum debut single that spent eight consecutive weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100.

"good 4 u" – A massive, high-energy pop-punk anthem that dominated global charts and radio airplay.

"deja vu" – A critically acclaimed, texturally rich psychedelic pop track that solidified her historic debut.

"traitor" & "brutal" – Fan favorites that showcase the incredible emotional and stylistic range of the album.

Shipping & Packaging Details

All orders are shipped via USPS Media Mail. Orders usually ship the next day, and always within 2 business days.

To ensure your music arrives safely, each album is carefully wrapped in protective bubble wrap and securely packed inside a specific vinyl record shipping box designed to prevent edge wear and corner dings.

Shipping Rates

• Base Rate: The album in your cart with the highest individual shipping rate will be used as the starting point. Combined shipping rates will apply to any additional items after that.

• Standard individual album base rate: 5.99

• 2LP and gatefold albums based rate: 6.99

• Special Editions (with extra inserts) base rate: Up to $``10.00

• Each additional standard album: +``$1.00

• Each additional 2LP or Gatefold album: +$1.50

Combined shipping saves you money when you purchase multiple vinyl records from our store.

How to Request Combined Shipping

1. Add all the albums you want to purchase to your eBay Shopping Cart. Go to your cart page. Do not click the "Buy It Now" or checkout button yet. Click the "Request total" button located at the top right of your item list inside the cart.

On the next page, click "Submit request" to send your cart to us. Wait for us to send you a revised invoice with your discounted shipping total. Open the new invoice and complete your payment.

Note: The "Request total" feature is currently only available on the eBay desktop website or through a mobile web browser. If you are using the eBay mobile app, you may need to log in via a browser to see this option.

I also currently have a sale if you buy 2 or more albums recieve 5% off, buy 3 or more recieve 10% off, and buy 4 or more recieve 15% off your order.