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Deep Purple - Shades Of Deep Purple Mono Early Stampers Vinyl

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Description

Deep Purple – Shades Of Deep Purple (Mono / Early Stampers) Vinyl

Artist: Deep Purple Title: Shades Of Deep Purple Label: Parlophone Records Catalogue Number: PMC 7055 Country: UK Original Release Year: 1968 Format: LP Vinyl Speed: 33⅓ RPM Genre: Psychedelic Rock / Hard Rock / Progressive Rock

Description:

Shades Of Deep Purple is the debut studio album from legendary British rock band Deep Purple, originally released in September 1968.

Featuring the original Mark I line-up of Ritchie Blackmore, Jon Lord, Ian Paice, Rod Evans and Nick Simper, the album captures the band during their early psychedelic rock period, blending heavy guitar work, Hammond organ and progressive musical influences.

The album includes their breakthrough version of Hush, alongside standout recordings such as Mandrake Root, One More Rainy Day and Hey Joe.

This highly collectible original UK mono pressing is particularly desirable to collectors, featuring the original Parlophone black and yellow labels, laminated sleeve and early 1R/1R stampers.

Pressing Notes:

Original 1968 UK mono pressing issued on Parlophone Records.

  • Original black and yellow Parlophone labels.
  • Original laminated front flipback sleeve.
  • Mono audio pressing.
  • Early machine-stamped matrix numbers.
  • First stamper: 1R.
  • Second stamper: 1R.
  • Catalogue number: PMC 7055.

The matching 1R/1R stamper combination is a notable detail for collectors of original UK Parlophone pressings.

Track Listing:

Side A

  • And The Address
  • Hush
  • One More Rainy Day
  • Prelude: Happiness / I’m So Glad

Side B

  • Mandrake Root
  • Help
  • Love Help Me
  • Hey Joe

Condition:

  • Sleeve: VG+
  • Record: VG+
  • Inner Sleeve: VG+

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Mint (M): Perfect condition, generally unused or still sealed.

Near Mint (NM): Almost perfect with minimal or no signs of handling or play.

Very Good Plus (VG+): Excellent overall condition with only minor signs of use.

Very Good (VG): Some visible signs of wear and/or play, but still a good, enjoyable copy.

Good (G): Noticeable wear and play, but the record remains playable.

Poor (P): Significant damage or heavy wear; suitable primarily as a filler or collection piece.

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