Led Zeppelin Houses Of The Holy 2nd US Press SD-7255 UNPLAYED MINT w sleeve
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Description
The second pressing of Led Zeppelin's Houses of the Holy LP, released in 1974, features several distinguishing characteristics that set it apart from the first pressing. Here's a breakdown of its key features:
️ Label & Catalog Details
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Label Address: The second pressing retains the original Atlantic Records catalog number SD 7255 but updates the label address to "75 Rockefeller Plaza", reflecting Atlantic's move from their previous "1841 Broadway" location.
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Inner Sleeve: This version typically includes a textured inner sleeve, similar to the first pressing, though variations may exist.
Matrix Numbers & Mastering
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Matrix Numbers: The second pressing often features matrix numbers such as A3/B2, indicating a different cut from the first pressing's A2/B2.
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Mastering Engineer: Many of these pressings still bear the "RL" etching in the runout groove, signifying mastering by renowned engineer Robert Ludwig at Sterling Sound. His mastering is celebrated for its dynamic range and clarity.
Pressing Plants
Atlantic Records utilized several pressing plants during this era. Notable identifiers include:
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Monarch Record Mfg. Co.: Identified by a "MO" suffix in the matrix number and a delta (Δ) symbol followed by a number.
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Presswell Records: Denoted by a "PR" suffix.
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Specialty Records Corporation: Marked with an "SP" suffix.
Collectors often seek out Monarch pressings for their reputed superior sound quality.
Collectibility & Value
While the first pressing of Houses of the Holy is highly coveted, the second pressing remains a valuable collector's item, especially when in excellent condition and featuring the "RL" mastering. Prices can vary based on condition, pressing plant, and specific matrix numbers.
Led Zeppelin – Houses Of The Holy
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Label:
Atlantic – SD 7255Format:
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, Richmond PressCountry:
USReleased:
1973Genre:
RockStyle:
Hard Rock, Classic RockTracklist
Hide Credits A1 The Song Remains The Same 5:24 A2 The Rain Song Mellotron – John Paul Jones Mellotron – John Paul Jones 7:32 A3 Over The Hills And Far Away 4:42 A4 The Crunge Synthesizer – John Paul Jones Synthesizer – John Paul Jones 3:10 B1 Dancing Days Organ – John Paul Jones Organ – John Paul Jones 3:40 B2 D'yer Mak'er Piano – John Paul Jones Piano – John Paul Jones 4:19 B3 No Quarter 6:57 B4 The Ocean Backing Vocals – John Bonham, John Paul Jones, Robert Plant Backing Vocals – John Bonham, John Paul Jones, Robert Plant 4:28Companies, etc.
- Manufactured By – Atlantic Recording Corporation
- Recorded At – Electric Lady Studios
- Recorded At – Olympic Studios
- Phonographic Copyright ℗ – Atlantic Recording Corporation
- Copyright © – Superhype Music, Inc.
- Mastered At – Sterling Sound
- Pressed By – PRC Recording Company, Richmond, IN
Credits
- Bass – John Paul Jones
- Design [Sleeve] – Hipgnosis (2)
- Drums – John Bonham
- Engineer – Eddie Kramer, George Chkiantz, Keith Harwood
- Executive-Producer – Peter Grant
- Guitar – Jimmy Page
- Lacquer Cut By – RL*
- Producer – Jimmy Page
- Vocals – Robert Plant
Notes
1st Pressing (1973): "1841 Broadway" on label. (This One)Came with white paper ribbon with band name and title under shrink which wrapped around jacket. Some copies have also a sticker with tracks list on front of jacket.
Textured inner sleeve.
Some copies have a promo sticker on front jacket.
2nd Pressing (1974): "75 Rockefeller Plaza" on label.
3rd Pressing (1977): SD 19130.
Recorded at Electric Lady Studios New York and Olympic London.
℗1973 Atlantic Record Corporation
All lyrics © 1973 Superhype Music, Inc., ASCAP
Printed in U.S.A.
℗1973 Atlantic
MFG. by Atlantic Recording Corp., 1841 Broadway, New York, N.Y.
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