Who - Quadrophenia

370 €

Estimated vinyl value [2026 Valuation]

Technical Identification Sheet

RELEASE NUMBER (Discogs ID)	1065082
Excel File Row	306
Date Added to Archive	13/10/2026, 18:38:15
Pressing Year	1973
Pressing Type (Press)	1ST
Country of Pressing	UK
Record Label	Track Record
Stereo / Mono	STEREO
Catalogue Number	2657 013
Barcode	N/A
Matrix / Runout Side A	2406110 A ▽ 1 13 5 ("Lacche UK / lato B disco 1 Lacca USA""Hybrid Pressing""visibile ringwear fronte EX/EX+ frontale")
Matrix / Runout Side B	2406110 B ▽ 1 11 32 S2-MCA 362 ("S2-MCA 362"scritto a mano a ore 3=Master Lacquer tagliato negli USA da MCA")
Matrix / Runout Side C	2406111 A ▽ 1 13 19 ("gatefold & booklet full-set")
Matrix / Runout Side D	2406111 B ▽ 2 12 24
Sleeve Condition	EX+
Media Condition	M
Inner Sleeve Condition	NM
Genre	Rock
External Link	View Original Release ↗

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Story & Background

The first pressing of "Quadrophenia" from 1973 was not only an imposing rock opera due to its musical complexity, but it immediately stood out for the incredible detail of its packaging. Each original copy included a lavish 44-page booklet, a true editorial masterpiece that transcended the simple function of containing the lyrics. This booklet, rich with photographs by Graham Hughes, did not merely illustrate, but visually narrated the tormented story of Jimmy, the mod protagonist. The images captured his alienation, moments of mod euphoria, and beach clashes, delving into his four distinct personalities, each inspired by a member of The Who. Such a level of integration between concept, music, and visual art was revolutionary, transforming listening into a multisensory experience that compelled one to leaf through and fully immerse oneself in Jimmy's inner world, elevating the album far beyond mere recorded music.