13 best rarest vinyl records
Rarest vinyl records are highly sought-after by collectors and enthusiasts of vinyl records.These records often possess unique qualities, such as limited production runs, historical significance, or unusual features, making them valuable and desirable in the world of music collecting. Here are some examples of the rarest vinyl records:
The Beatles - "The Beatles' Yesterday and Today" (Butcher Cover): This 1966 album originally had a cover featuring the Beatles dressed as butchers with dismembered dolls and raw meat. Due to its controversial nature, it was recalled and replaced with a more conventional cover, making the "Butcher Cover" versions highly collectible.
Elvis Presley - "My Happiness": This acetate disc is considered Elvis Presley's first recording and is extremely rare. In 2015, Jack White of the White Stripes purchased one of the known copies for a significant sum.
Sex Pistols - "God Save the Queen": The Sex Pistols' 1977 single, "God Save the Queen," was released during the Silver Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. Many copies were destroyed, making the surviving ones highly valuable to collectors.
The Quarrymen - "That'll Be the Day" / "In Spite of All the Danger": This is a 1958 78 RPM acetate record featuring a young John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and George Harrison performing under their original band name, The Quarrymen. Only one known copy exists, and it was sold for a significant sum at auction.
Prince - "The Black Album": Originally intended for release in 1987, Prince withdrew "The Black Album" a week before its release. A few promotional copies were distributed before it was pulled, making it a rare find for collectors.
Pink Floyd - "The Piper at the Gates of Dawn" (Mono Mix): The original mono mix of Pink Floyd's debut album is highly sought after by collectors. It's considered rare because it was quickly replaced by the more common stereo version.
Frank Wilson - "Do we Love You (Indeed we Do)": This Northern Soul classic by Frank Wilson is extremely rare, with only a few known copies in existence. In 2009, one copy sold for a record-breaking sum.
The Velvet Underground & Nico - "Andy Warhol's Banana Cover": The debut album of The Velvet Underground with its iconic banana cover designed by Andy Warhol is a collector's item. Early copies with the peelable banana intact are especially valuable.
Led Zeppelin - "Led Zeppelin" (Turquoise Lettering): Some of the earliest pressings of Led Zeppelin's debut album featured turquoise lettering instead of the more common orange lettering. These early pressings are highly sought after by collectors.
The Rolling Stones - "Street Fighting Man" (Original Sleeve): The original 1968 single "Street Fighting Man" by The Rolling Stones came in a controversial cover featuring police brutality. It was quickly replaced, making the original sleeve version rare.
These rare vinyl records are highly prized by collectors and can fetch significant sums at auctions or through private sales. They often hold historical and cultural significance in the world of music and are considered valuable pieces of music history.
Below you can find our editor's choice of the best rarest vinyl records on the market
Rarest Of Birds
Nettwerk Records
Product description
Los Angeles Alternative band Grizfolk's new album Rarest Of Birds is an ode to Southern California classic rock with a 2019 spin. Dynamic, upbeat, and dreamy, "Believing" may be the best representation of the album.
Do Not Sell At Any Price: The Wild, Obsessive Hunt for the World's Rarest 78rpm Records
Scribner
Victrola Vintage 3-Speed Bluetooth Portable Suitcase Record Player with Built-in Speakers | Upgraded Turntable Audio Sound| Includes Extra Stylus | Turquoise, Model Number: VSC-550BT-TQ
Victrola
Product description
The Victrola portable suitcase record players classic design lets you take your tunes anywhere! A portable design with convenient carry handle, 3-speed belt driven turntable and built-in Bluetooth speakers seamlessly play smartphone audio for all to enjoy! Additional features include a custom tuned Pre-Amp for improved audio clarity and bass performance, 3.5mm Aux-In, RCA outputs, and a headphone jack - all great features to enjoy your music at home or on the go!
- THREE SPEED BELT-DRIVEN TURNTABLE - This 3-speed (33 1/3, 45, 78 rpm) suitcase record player features UPGRADED PREMIUM SOUND QUALITY and sits on sound isolating feet that prevent vibration. It is perfect for your living room, bedroom or office.
- TAKE YOUR TUNES ANYWHERE - Housed in a vintage suitcase with an easy carry handle, Victrola's blend of retro and contemporary design give you the ultimate flexibility to listen to music where you want and how you want – a great choice for vinyl lovers.Clean only with a dry cloth
- EXPANDED CONNECTION OPTIONS - Stream smartphone audio through the turntable’s built-in Bluetooth speakers. Easily connect external speakers via the stereo RCA outputs, or use the Line input for non-Bluetooth devices like a CD player. For personal listening, connect your headphones to the headphone jack.
- NO STEREO SYSTEM OR EXTRA EQUIPMENT REQUIRED. Get it up and running in minutes. Retro looks combined with the convenience of modern technology makes this affordable record player ideal for beginners & vintage enthusiasts
- ALL THE CONTROLS YOU NEED - Features an Input select knob, Power/Volume Knob & an Auto stop switch that stops spinning records once the record is finished playing.
- A RECORD PLAYER THAT SUITS YOUR PERSONALITY - Combined with Victrola’s unparalleled sound quality and exquisite craftsmanship, and a wide range of styles, patterns and colors to choose from, get ready to create lifelong music memories
User questions & answers
| Question: | does it come with 45 adapter? Thanks |
| Answer: | Yes, I just hooked this up to my Kenwood receiver and it sounds fantastic. Do not hook this up to the Phono input on your receiver as it will overload the pre-amp and it will sound absolutely terrible. That is more for a higher end record player. I recommend hooking up to the auxiliary inputs on your receiver if you have them. If you do not have auxiliary inputs then try any other input other then phono. I have my player hooked to the "tape" inputs. I am playing Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band and it sounds better then any CD I own, by far. |
| Question: | Does it come with replacement needles? If not, where can you buy them |
| Answer: | TaoTronics Bluetooth 5.0 Transmitter and Receiver, 2-in-1 Wireless 3.5mm Adapter (aptX Low Latency, 2 Devices Simultaneously, For TV/Home Sound System/Car/Nintendo Switch) |
| Question: | Can you plug this into a large stereo receiver to use some better speakers |
| Answer: | I don’t believe so! |
| Question: | can i use this with a bluetooth speaker |
| Answer: | I would not recommend putting it on the dishwasher due to the lettering from the heat could come off. Hand washing is what there Nana does. |
Product features
Victrola Vintage 3-Speed Bluetooth Suitcase Turntable with Speakers
The Victrola portable suitcase turntable is an absolute classic and loaded with features. Includes built-in Bluetooth technology to wirelessly stream music from any Bluetooth enabled device, 3-speed turntable (33 1/3, 45, 78 RPM), built-in speakers, 3.5mm aux-in jack for playing music from any non-Bluetooth device, RCA jack and headphone jack. Portable design and carry handle allows for tunes wherever you may go.
All-in-One Portable Music Player
Easily play your favorite audio from a vinyl record, Bluetooth, or 3.5mm Aux-in through our built-in speakers. Also features a headphone jack for private listening.
Wireless Bluetooth Capability
Streams music wirelessly up to 33 feet away. Listen to your music from your Bluetooth compatible device with ease. Just connect and play!
Portable and Durable
Features a carry handle for those days your on the move! Beautiful chrome accents and textured exterior are a perfect fit for any environment.
Rarest Unreleased 1970s Live & Studio
OZIT
Product description
180G blue vinyl gatefold LP - numbered limited edition. Previously unreleased live and studio recordings mainly from the Spotlight Kid and Clearspot album and tour eras .Gatefold double spread of many previously unpublished rare photographs of Don and the Magic Band.
A Guide to Collecting the Rarest Recordings of The Beatles 1962 - 1970
Hillbilly Goes Electric: Rarest Of Rare Country Boogie 1 / Various
Richard Weize Archiv
Product description
10" LP in a gatefold cover with rare country boogie. Richard Weize, creative mastermind of legendary label BEAR FAMILY and one of Germany's most renowned music experts, presents some rare, unheard and often unreleased recordings on his new label RICHARD WEIZE ARCHIVES. This is the first in a series of 10" albums which will explore post war country boogie recordings. Due to post war austerity maintaining a large band was too costly and the result was the beginning of small combos. The cowboy singers had to be heard and amplification of the instruments was replacing the acoustic cowboy sound, they had to play louder at Juke Joints to be heard over the often rowdy crowds. The music itself is a wonderful rhythmic fusion of hillbilly and western music blended with black blues and rhythm influences. The album is informatively annotated by Kevin Coffey offering fascinating insights into the artist's music and the musicians who provided the compelling rhythms. The 100g, 10" vinyl album is housed in a high quality gatefold sleeve which opens out to display numerous vintage images with many rare photographs to add a face to the music.
A Guide to Collecting the Rarest Recordings on Apple Records: The UK Albums
Enrico Caruso: PAGLIACCI: VESTI LA GIUBBA /78 rpm 12" SINGLE SIDED SHELLAC /**RAREST**
GENERIC
Frozen: The Songs
One Source Disticor
Product description
Frozen: The Songs features all 10 songs from the Oscar-winning film and includes a fold-out poster and stickers insert.
A Guide to Collecting the Rarest Recordings on Apple Records: The UK Singles
Bing Crosby And The Andrews Sisters: At The Flying "W" / A Hundred And Sixty Acres /10" 78 RPM RECORD /*RAREST*
Generic
BANDA REALE MARITTIMA MINICHINI: LA GIOCONDA: DANCE OF THE HOURS /12" 78 RPM RECORD /*RAREST*
GENERIC
Judy Garland: The Long Lost Holland Concert "The Rarest Garland Ever" LP VG+/VG++
Obligato
Product description
GENRE: Vocal
MADE IN: USA
CATALOGUE #: GIH 60
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