Sold Date: March 1, 2023
Start Date: February 27, 2023
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EPB-1254 - ELVIS PRESLEY Self Titled debut GATEFOLD Double EP 45 RPM vinyl record

“You could expect to pay £200+ for a 1956 two disc gatefold EPB-1254 that originally came free if you brought an RCA Victrola record player” – Record Collector Issue 322 April 2006.

Disc 1

Side 1: Blue Suede Shoes / I’m Counting On You

Side 4: I’m Gonna Sit Right Down And Cry / I’ll Never Let You Go

Disc 2

Side 2: I Got A Woman / One-Sided Love Affair

Side 3: Tutti Frutti / Tryin’ To Get To You

USA pressing (All tracks recorded in 1956 except “I’ll Never Let You Go” and “Tryin’ To Get To You” in 1954 and 1955 respectively).

Detailed Condition:

SLEEVE

Small signs of ageing but overall VG++ or arguably better. The gatefold is in top condition with a little age colouration. The outside surfaces, edges and spine have some very light wear but there are NO writings, rips or stickers [as illustrated].

RECORDS

These are the promotional release. The illustrated US advert of that time and the life story on the inner paper cases also relate [see pictures]. Their condition shows that previous owner[s] took good care of them over the ensuing years. Disc 1 [Sides 1 & 4] is VG++ with no stains on its labels or vinyl ware [see pictures] i.e. it plays well with no background. Disc 2 [Sides 2 & 3] are in Excellent condition. The lower grading of Disc 1 is due to slightly more hairline marks on its vinyl surfaces. These have no effect on the first class sound. All 4 record playing surfaces retain their vinyl sheen and there are no loud clicks or jumps to spoil the listening experience.