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Boots Randolph – The Sound Of Boots
1968 · US · Monument · Vinyl LP Album Stereo
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- $25ref VA-D933HMedia M · MintSleeve F🇺🇸 Ships from United States — Open to offers. Will send more pics upon request. Sleeve is taped.
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Pressing identification
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- Matrix / runout
- G5Y-489 SLP-18099 S-1 X P 4G5Y-490 SLP-18099 S-2 P ∧3
Specifications
- Artist
- Boots Randolph
- Genre
- Jazz
- Year
- 1968
- Label
- Monument
- Catalog number
- SLP 18099
- Country
- US
Tracklist
- A1Gentle On My Mind2:40
- A2Flowers On The Wall2:10
- A3Mickey's Tune2:00
- A4Jackson2:41
- A5Elusive Butterfly2:08
- A6Crackety Jacks2:00
- B1By The Time I Get To Phoenix2:37
- B2I'll Just Walk Away2:10
- B3Don't Touch Me2:41
- B4All The Time2:29
- B5Make The World Go Away2:24
- B6Green Green Grass Of Home2:47
- Producer
- Fred Foster
- Engineer
- Mort Thomasson
- Arranged By
- Cam Mullins
- Photography By, Art Direction
- Ken Kim
About this record
The 1968 US Monument pressing of The Sound Of Boots carries two distinct runout matrices—G5Y-489 on side one and G5Y-490 on side two—that separate it from later reissues and the earlier 1966 Australian edition. With 1814 collectors holding copies against only 17 actively seeking one, this pressing sits in the deep catalog zone where ownership far outpaces demand, a dynamic that shapes its market value sharply.
What drives its value
Boots Randolph's 1968 US Monument pressing trades on condition separation rather than rarity. The price guide reflects this: a Mint copy commands significantly more than a VG example, with the gap widening as wear accumulates.
Only a handful of copies are listed for sale at any moment, indicating steady but unhurried circulation. The 1814 have against 17 want confirms this is not a chase record; collectors who own it tend to keep it.
The 1966 Australian pressing on Monument and the later Universal Summit reissue fragment the market further, each targeting different regional collectors. For US buyers, the 1968 SLP 18099 domestic pressing remains the reference version, but its abundance in collections means value hinges almost entirely on whether the vinyl shows minimal play or heavy use.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm this pressing by the Monument label, catalogue number SLP 18099, and the stereo designation on the sleeve. The dead-wax etchings are the final verification: side one should read G5Y-489 SLP-18099 S-1 X P 4, and side two G5Y-490 SLP-18099 S-2 P ∧3.
These matrix codes are unique to this 1968 US pressing and do not appear on the 1966 Australian edition (PL 33020) or the later Universal Summit reissue. The album is a 12-track stereo LP.
Grade by examining both sides under light for hairline scratches, paper scuff marks on the label, and whether the center label remains firmly adhered. A Mint copy will show no evidence of play; VG+ copies may have light surface marks visible only under direct light but no audible crackle during playback.
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Listen
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Other pressings of this release
Different editions of the same album — pressing decides value.
Frequently asked
How do I tell this 1968 US pressing apart from other editions?
Check the dead-wax etchings on both sides of the vinyl. This pressing carries G5Y-489 on side one and G5Y-490 on side two, each followed by SLP-18099. The 1966 Australian Monument pressing uses a different catalogue number (PL 33020) and distinct matrix codes. The Universal Summit reissue uses catalogue SRA250-079 and will have different runout strings entirely. The Monument label and SLP 18099 catalogue number alone are not sufficient; the matrix strings confirm the exact pressing.
What is a VG+ copy of this pressing worth?
Price guide estimates for VG+ grade are available in the reference data, though exact figures fluctuate based on current market listings. Check the lowest_price field in active sales to see what copies in that condition are actually priced at today. The spread between VG+ and Mint is substantial on this title, so accurate grading is critical to valuation.
Why is this pressing so common if it's from 1968?
The 1814 collectors who own this record far outnumber the 17 seeking one, indicating Monument pressed it in healthy quantity for the US market in 1968. Boots Randolph was a working saxophonist with steady radio play, so Monument invested in sufficient stock. This abundance keeps prices modest; scarcity is not driving value here.
Is the Australian 1966 pressing worth more or less than the US 1968 version?
The Australian pressing (Monument PL 33020, 1966) is a separate release with different matrix codes and catalogue number. Its value depends on its own supply and demand. Because this reference covers only the 1968 US SLP 18099 edition, consult a separate appraisal for the Australian pressing to compare directly.
What does the community rating of 3.64 from 69 votes tell me about the music?
The album has been rated 3.64 out of 5 by 69 users in the collector community, suggesting moderate appreciation rather than universal acclaim or dismissal. This is a working saxophonist's album with solid craftsmanship but not a landmark release. Buyers should listen to samples before purchasing to confirm it matches their taste in 1968 jazz.