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STAR WARS 1977 Vinyl COMPLETE OST 2T-541 TML Audiophile 1st Pressing Poster EX For Sale

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STAR WARS 1977 Vinyl COMPLETE OST 2T-541 TML Audiophile 1st Pressing Poster EX:
$84.99

Up for sale is a beautifully preserved, complete 1977 original US pressing of the Star Wars: A New Hope double-LP original motion picture soundtrack. This specific copy is highly collectible, featuring the coveted Darth Vader back cover variant and the elite TML (The Mastering Lab) audiophile runout stamps.

This is a complete package containing both pristine LPs, both original custom-printed blue 20th Century Records inner sleeves, and the legendary, original fold-out space battle insert poster by artist John Berkey.

🔍 Complete Pressing & Matrix Code Breakdown

For serious collectors, the deadwax runout codes on this copy provide a fascinating, historical fingerprint:

◦ Catalog Number:2T-541 (Standard 1977 US Double LP Release)

Price Code:(0898) on spine, indicating the original launch retail list price of $8.98.

Pressing Plant Identifier:\"TH\" / \"BTH\" / \"T\" etched in the deadwax. This confirms the records were pressed at the renowned Columbia Records Pressing Plant in Terre Haute, Indiana, famous for producing clean, heavy, durable vinyl stampings.

Audiophile Master Stamp:TML-S stamped into the deadwax.

Historical Significance:The Mastering Lab was Hollywood\'s premier independent mastering suite, founded by legendary audio engineers Doug Sax and Lincoln Mayorga. A \"TML\" stamp means this record was cut directly from the pristine first-generation master tapes using custom-engineered tube electronics rather than standard corporate studio gear. Audiophiles hunt for this variant because it delivers a significantly wider dynamic range, deeper orchestral bass punch, and cleaner high-end brass clarity.

Full Matrix Etchings:

• Side 1:M-2-541-AS -1E (Terre Haute Pressing / Early Master Matrix)

Side 2:M-2-541-BS with TML-S stamp

Side 3:M-2-541-CS with TML-S stamp and 1 V signature

Side 4:M-2-541-DS / BTH-3 with stamped C (Columbia Plating Facility)

📋 Detailed Condition Report

• Outer Gatefold Jacket (VG+): Exceptionally strong, rigid overall cover with stiff corners showing only slight wear from normal handling. Front cover shows minor, expected vintage ring wear and a small wrinkle in the top right corner.

The spine, top, and bottom seams show light wear and minor vintage chipping, but there are absolutely no seam splits. Spine lettering remains perfectly clear, bold, and easy to read.

Inner Gatefold Art (EX): Beautiful, clean, and incredibly bright, showing off the original film production stills beautifully.

Vinyl Media (Visual: EX / Audio: VG+): Both discs retain a gorgeous, deep-black mirror gloss. Visually, there are light paper surface scuffs and a couple of very small, superficial micro-scratches from normal handling, but nothing deep or feelable. Audiologically, the records sound fantastic with robust dynamics. Expect some light, charming vintage background crackle and a few isolated pops during quiet passages and between tracks. NO skips.

Inner Printed Sleeves (EX): Both original blue 20th Century Records paper dust sleeves are crisp and clean with no seam splits.

Original Insert Poster (EX): The original space battle poster is crisp, bright, and vibrant. It features the standard factory fold lines and has only a couple of tiny pinholes in the top corners from being hung up historically. No major tears, stains, or tape marks.

🎬 Album History & Track Highlights

Released in May 1977 alongside George Lucas\'s groundbreaking space opera, this John Williams score completely revitalized the grand, romantic orchestral tradition in Hollywood cinema. Performed flawlessly by the London Symphony Orchestra, it went on to become the best-selling symphonic album of all time, winning three Grammy Awards and an Academy Award for Best Original Score.

Most Popular & Iconic Tracks Featured on this Set:

\"Main Title\" (Side 1): The most recognizable opening theme in cinematic history—an explosive brass fanfare that immediately sets the scale of the universe.

\"Cantina Band\" (Side 2): Williams’ famously quirky, upbeat alien \"space jazz\" track that remains a massive pop-culture staple.

\"Princess Leia\'s Theme\" (Side 1): A gorgeous, deeply emotional concert arrangement utilizing lush woodwinds and soaring strings.

\"The Throne Room and End Title\" (Side 4): The triumphant, regal march that transitions seamlessly back into the sweeping end credits theme.

📦 Shipping & Packaging Details

We understand how important preservation is to vinyl collectors. This album will be packaged professionally: the records will be removed from the main jacket to prevent seam splits during transit, and the entire package will be shipped securely inside a heavy-duty, rigid cardboard record mailer box.

Buy with confidence—add this pristine, audiophile piece of cinema history to your collection today!

All orders are shipped via USPS Media Mail. Orders usually ship the next day, and always within 2 business days.

To ensure your music arrives safely, each album is carefully wrapped in protective bubble wrap and securely packed inside a specific vinyl record shipping box designed to prevent edge wear and corner dings.

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• Base Rate: The album in your cart with the highest individual shipping rate will be used as the starting point. Combined shipping rates will apply to any additional items after that.

• Standard individual album base rate: 5.99

• 2LP and gatefold albums based rate: 6.99

• Special Editions (with extra inserts) base rate: Up to $``10.00

• Each additional standard album: +``$1.00

• Each additional 2LP or Gatefold album: +$1.50

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STAR WARS 1977 Vinyl COMPLETE OST 2T-541 TML Audiophile 1st Pressing Poster EX For Sale

STAR WARS 1977 Vinyl COMPLETE OST 2T-541 TML Audiophile 1st Pressing Poster EX: $84.99

STAR WARS 1977 Vinyl COMPLETE OST 2T-541 TML Audiophile 1st Pressing Poster EX:
$84.99