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Caro & JCT Band – It's Nothin' But Higher
1977 · Germany · Pinball Records · Vinyl LP Album
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Oct 11, 2026
- MMint
- $27.01
- NMNear Mint
- $24.16
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $18.48
- VGVery Good
- $12.79
- G+Good Plus
- $7.11
- GGood
- $4.26
- FFair
- $2.84
- PPoor
- $1.42
66 copies listed on Discogs from $1.07.
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.
Offers · 1
- €20ref VA-BCVAVMedia VG+ · Very Good Plus🇧🇬 Ships from Bulgaria
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Pressing identification
Match these against your copy to confirm the exact pressing.
- Rights society
- GEMA
- Label Code
- LC 4931
- Record Company
- TELDEC »Telefunken-Decca« Schallplatten GmbH
- Made By
- TELDEC
- Recorded At
- Hansa Tonstudios
Specifications
- Artist
- Caro & JCT Band
- Style
- Soft Rock, Blues Rock, Pop Rock
- Year
- 1977
- Label
- Pinball Records
- Catalog number
- 6.23306
- Country
- Germany
Tracklist
- A1Motorcycle Love3:34
- A2Ask My Agent3:20
- A3A Day In July3:40
- A4The Trailer Is Back3:36
- A5Julie6:14
- B1Skin It Back4:46
- B2I'm In Trouble5:45
- B3Child Of The Moon4:42
- B4You're The Reason2:43
- B5Help Me, I'm Dreaming Bad Stuff2:36
- Producer
- Joachim Heider
- Engineer
- Peter Wagner
- Photography By [Cover Photos]
- Amos Schliack
- Photography By [Cover Photos]
- Tom Petersen
About this record
Pressed at TELDEC for the German market in 1977, this Pinball Records catalogue 6.23306 LP carries a wide price gradient from 27.31 USD in Mint condition down to 1.07 USD at the lowest asking price across 66 active listings. The 10-track soft rock album was recorded at Hansa Studio Berlin in September 1977 and includes a printed inner sleeve, yet demand remains modest: only 16 collectors want it against 261 who own one.
What drives its value
Condition drives the entire market for this TELDEC pressing. A Mint copy commands 27.31 USD, while NM drops to 24.44 USD—a narrow gap reflecting the rarity of unplayed stock.
The real cliff appears at VG+, valued at 18.69 USD, then VG at 12.94 USD, where most worn copies settle. The 66 copies currently for sale span from 1.07 USD (likely damaged) to the guide ceiling, indicating a flooded secondary market with thin collector demand.
The 16-to-261 want-to-have ratio confirms this is a deep-catalogue soft rock title rather than a sought reissue. Original 1977 German pressings on Pinball Records remain common enough that condition—not rarity—determines resale value.
How to appraise this pressing
Verify the pressing by checking the label: Pinball Records, catalogue 6.23306, printed in Germany. The TELDEC pressing plant stamp appears in the dead wax; confirm this against any matrix runout visible on the vinyl itself.
The absence of a barcode (this pressing predates widespread UPC adoption) is consistent with 1977 German release practice. Grade by examining the printed inner sleeve for creasing and the vinyl surface under bright light for hairline scratches and dust-trap rings.
A VG+ copy shows minimal surface noise on quiet passages and no visible groove wear; VG copies exhibit light crackle and slight tracking distortion on demanding passages. The 10-track configuration and Hansa Studio Berlin recording credit (September 1977) are printed on the label and sleeve—confirm these match your copy to rule out bootlegs or later reissues.
Further reading: grading a record, how to sell vinyl.
Listen
Hear the album before you buy.
Official videos via YouTube.
Release notes
Printed inner sleeve. Special thanks to Sabine Berner for helping with the lyrics. Recorded at Hansa Studio Berlin, September 1977. Made in Germany.
Notes sourced from the Discogs database.
Frequently asked
What is a Mint copy of this pressing worth?
According to the price guide, a Mint (M) copy is valued at 27.31 USD. This represents the highest grade and assumes no surface marks, unplayed vinyl, and a pristine sleeve with no creasing or discoloration.
How much should I pay for a VG+ copy?
The price guide lists VG+ at 18.69 USD. This grade allows for light surface noise and minimal visible marks but no groove wear or tracking distortion. At 66 copies for sale, you should expect to find VG+ examples near this estimate.
Why is there such a big price drop from NM to VG?
NM is valued at 24.44 USD while VG sits at 12.94 USD. The gap reflects collector preference for near-mint stock; once a copy shows audible surface noise or light scratches (VG threshold), perceived playability and collectibility decline sharply on a soft rock album with limited cult following.
Is this a reissue or an original 1977 pressing?
This is an original 1977 pressing, confirmed by the TELDEC plant stamp, the September 1977 Hansa Studio Berlin recording credit, and the absence of a barcode. The printed inner sleeve and Made in Germany statement are consistent with first-edition German releases from that era.
Why are 66 copies listed but only 16 collectors want it?
The 261 collectors who own this album vastly outnumber the 16 seeking it, indicating oversupply relative to demand. The 66 active listings suggest sellers are struggling to move stock; the lowest asking price of 1.07 USD reflects desperation pricing for damaged copies.