Vtg 1982 IRON MAIDEN Album NUMBER OF THE BEAST Record 1ST PRESS OG 1 owner
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Description
The product is a vintage 1982 Iron Maiden album titled "The Number of the Beast," released on the Harvest record label. This first pressing on original vinyl in mint condition features a 33 RPM LP with a black color. The album falls under the genres of rock and metal, particularly in the style of heavy metal and British Meta. The record comes in a 12" size with original inner sleeve, making it a valuable addition for collectors and fans of Iron Maiden and 1980s music.
1 owner. Includes insert which is in excellent condition. I don't know how to grade records, looks like very good condition, see pictures.
## Summary of Your Vinyl Copy## Side A
* Matrix/Runout: F-1
* Significance: This is the absolute premiere cut. It was pressed using the very first lacquer master disc created from the original master tapes for the US market.
* Engineer: Cut by mastering legend Wally Traugott (handwritten "Wally" signature).
## Side B
* Matrix/Runout: F-7
* Significance: This indicates the 7th lacquer cut made for Side B. It was paired with the early Side A mold to keep up with intense production demands when the album dropped in 1982.
## Pressing & Identification
* Origin: 1982 US First Pressing.
* Label: Harvest Records (Catalog # ST-12202).
* Pressing Plant: Likely the Capitol Records plant in Jacksonville, Illinois (indicated by a tiny stamped O in the dead wax).
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