Iron Maiden - The Number Of The Beast Original Picture Disc Vinyl

Artist: Iron Maiden

Title: The Number Of The Beast

Label: EMI Records

Catalogue Number: EMCP 3400

Country: United Kingdom

Original Release Year: 1982

Pressing Year: 1982 UK Original Picture Disc Pressing

Format: 12" Picture Disc Vinyl LP

Speed: 33⅓ RPM

Description

The Number Of The Beast is Iron Maiden's landmark third studio album and is widely regarded as one of the greatest heavy metal albums ever recorded. It marked the recording debut of vocalist Bruce Dickinson and propelled the band to international success, establishing Iron Maiden as one of the defining acts of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal.

Featuring the legendary tracks Run To The Hills, The Number Of The Beast, Hallowed Be Thy Name, Children Of The Damned and 22 Acacia Avenue, this iconic release remains an essential album for every heavy metal collection.

Pressing Notes

Original 1982 UK picture disc pressing on EMI Records, catalogue number EMCP 3400. Released shortly after the standard black vinyl edition, this highly collectible picture disc features the classic Derek Riggs artwork printed directly onto the playing surface. Original UK examples were manufactured in limited quantities and have become one of the most sought-after Maiden collectables, prized for both their striking presentation and historical significance.

Track Listing
Side One
Invaders
Children Of The Damned
The Prisoner
22 Acacia Avenue
Side Two
The Number Of The Beast
Run To The Hills
Gangland
Hallowed Be Thy Name
Additional Information
Original 1982 UK Picture Disc Pressing
EMI Records
Catalogue Number: EMCP 3400
Full Colour Picture Disc
PVC Protective Outer Sleeve (where present)
33⅓ RPM Vinyl LP
Produced by Martin Birch
First Iron Maiden album featuring Bruce Dickinson
Cover artwork by Derek Riggs
Features Run To The Hills, The Number Of The Beast, Children Of The Damned and Hallowed Be Thy Name
One of the most influential heavy metal albums ever released and a cornerstone of Iron Maiden's catalogue
Condition

Sleeve / PVC Outer: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Picture Disc: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Rockabuy Records Grading Guide
Near Mint (NM)

Virtually flawless condition. Played only a handful of times with no visible marks or signs of wear.

Excellent (EX)

Lightly played and exceptionally well cared for. May show only minimal signs of handling with no significant marks affecting playback.

Very Good Plus (VG+)

A well-preserved copy with only light signs of use. The sleeve remains clean and structurally sound, while the vinyl shows minimal surface marks that do not significantly affect playback.

Very Good (VG)

Noticeable signs of use with light surface marks and handling wear, though the record plays well throughout without major faults.

Good (G)

Visible wear with more pronounced marks. Playback remains enjoyable with some background noise.

Poor / Fair (P/F)

Heavy wear and significant scratches affecting playback quality.

Shipping

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