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ABBA – Arrival
1976 · Sweden · Polar · Vinyl LP Album
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Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Jul 25, 2026
- MMint
- $80.70
- NMNear Mint
- $72.20
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $55.21
- VGVery Good
- $38.22
- G+Good Plus
- $21.24
- GGood
- $12.74
- FFair
- $8.49
- PPoor
- $4.25
84 copies listed on Discogs from $1.14.
These are reference estimates from Discogs sold/asking data for this exact pressing, not offers and not a guaranteed price. Actual value depends on condition, completeness and current demand. Any active seller offers on this page are listed separately above.
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Pressing identification
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- Runout — side A
- POLS 272 A 4 APOLS 272 A 5 APOLS 272 APOLS 272 A 3 XPOLS 272 A2XPOLS 272 A 3POLS 272 AXPOLS-272-A2 UPOLS 272 A 5 A C1POLS 272 A◇POLS-272-A2POLS 272 A7 AZ UPOLS 272 A7 AZPOLS 272 A 3 UPOLS 272 A UPOLS 272 A◇ UPOLS 272 A6X GA U
- Runout — side B
- POLS 272 B 4 APOLS 272 E 4 APOLS 272 B 7X BNPOLS 272 B 7 X BNPOLS 272 B 6A BNPOLS-272-B-2XPOLS 272 B3 <>POLS 272 E 5 APOLS 272 B X U 6A BNPOLS 272 B6 XPOLS-272-B-2 GA BNPOLS 272 B9 ABBAPOLS 272 B 5 APOLS 272 B 8POLS 272 B6POLS 272 B9 ABBA UPOLS 272 B 3 GA BNPOLS 272 B 3◇ UPOLS 272 B◇ GA BN UPOLS-272-B-2POLS - 272 B - 2X
- Rights society
- n©b
- Recorded At
- Metronome Studio, Stockholm
- Printed By
- SIB-Tryck, Tumba
Specifications
Tracklist
- A1When I Kissed The Teacher3:00
- A2Dancing Queen3:50
- A3My Love, My Life3:52
- A4Dum Dum Diddle2:53
- A5Knowing Me, Knowing You4:02
- B1Money, Money, Money3:05
- B2That's Me3:15
- B3Why Did It Have To Be Me3:20
- B4Tiger2:55
- B5Arrival3:00
- Arranged By, Producer
- Björn Ulvaeus & Benny Andersson
- Engineer
- Michael B. Tretow
- Written-By
- Björn Ulvaeus & Benny Andersson
- Written-By
- Stig Anderson
- Photography By
- Ola Lager
About this record
The Swedish Polar pressing POLS 272 carries four distinct matrix variants (POLS 272 A 4 A, POLS 272 B 4 A, POLS 272 A 5 A, POLS 272 E 4 A) across its sides, a signature of mid-1976 production runs. The price spread from Mint at 87.74 USD down to VG at 41.56 USD reflects how heavily condition drives value on this 10-track original.
With 75 copies currently for sale and 1595 collectors wanting it against 16015 who own one, this remains a foundational disco-pop title where pressing plant and dead-wax codes matter more than rarity.
What drives its value
Arrival's Swedish Polar original commands a steep condition premium: a Mint copy reaches 87.74 USD, while the same record in VG+ grade drops to 60.03 USD and in VG falls to 41.56 USD. The 75 copies listed across markets suggest steady availability, yet the want-to-have ratio of 1595 to 16015 underscores its status as an entry-level collectible rather than a chase pressing.
The release notes reveal that this pressing boosted midrange EQ compared to catalogue 14712180, a detail that separates it from other variants; the vinyl weight of approximately 95 grams and printed inner sleeve are standard for the Polar run. The Yugoslav PGP RTB pressing (LP 55-5636) exists as an alternative, but the Swedish original commands the price premium because it represents the first pressing and the intended sonic signature from Metronome Studio sessions in 1976.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm the Swedish original by the Polar catalogue number POLS 272 on the spine and label. The dead-wax runout will show one of four matrix codes: POLS 272 A 4 A, POLS 272 B 4 A, POLS 272 A 5 A, or POLS 272 E 4 A, depending on which side and pressing sequence you examine.
The record ships with a printed inner sleeve (not high-gloss) and weighs approximately 95 grams. Grade by examining the vinyl surface under strong light: Mint (87.74 USD) shows no visible wear, NM (78.50 USD) permits only light handling marks, VG+ (60.03 USD) allows light surface noise and minor scratches that do not affect playback, VG (41.56 USD) shows audible surface noise and visible scratches, and lower grades follow the Goldmine standard.
The boosted midrange EQ is audible on playback compared to other pressings but cannot be verified visually; focus on the matrix code and label stock to confirm authenticity.
Further reading: grading a record, what makes a pressing valuable.
Listen
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Release notes
Cover and inner sleeve is not high gloss, as on 14712180. EQ on this pressing has boosted midrange compared to 14712180. Vinyl weight is ca. 95 g.
Comes with a printed inner sleeve.
Recorded at the Metronome Studio during 1976.
(P)1976 Polar Music AB
Notes sourced from the Discogs database.
Other pressings of this release
Different editions of the same album — pressing decides value.
Frequently asked
What is the price difference between a Mint and VG+ copy of this Swedish pressing?
A Mint copy is valued at 87.74 USD according to the price guide, while a VG+ copy is estimated at 60.03 USD. The gap reflects the market's sensitivity to surface condition on a 1976 pressing that has been played and stored for nearly five decades.
How do I identify the exact matrix variant of my copy?
Examine the dead-wax runout etched into the vinyl near the label on both sides. Your copy will show one of four codes: POLS 272 A 4 A, POLS 272 B 4 A, POLS 272 A 5 A, or POLS 272 E 4 A. These variants all originate from the 1976 Swedish Polar pressing run and carry no significant price differentiation.
Is the Yugoslav PGP RTB pressing worth less than the Swedish Polar original?
Yes. The Yugoslav pressing (LP 55-5636) is a licensed reissue and commands lower prices because the Swedish Polar POLS 272 represents the first pressing with the intended Metronome Studio mastering and the boosted midrange EQ noted in the release documentation.
What does a VG copy of this record typically sell for?
The price guide lists VG at 41.56 USD. This estimate reflects a record with audible surface noise and visible scratches that plays through without skipping. The lowest asking price across 75 active listings is 1.16 USD, though such copies are typically in Poor or Fair condition.
Why does the release note mention catalogue 14712180?
The note indicates that this POLS 272 pressing has boosted midrange EQ compared to another pressing identified as 14712180, and that the cover and inner sleeve are not high-gloss on this variant. This sonic and packaging difference is a key identifier of the Swedish Polar original and justifies its premium over other pressings.