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Chicago – Chicago VI
1973 · US · Columbia · Vinyl LP Album Stereo
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Sep 10, 2026
- MMint
- $44.84
- NMNear Mint
- $40.12
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $30.68
- VGVery Good
- $21.24
- G+Good Plus
- $11.80
- GGood
- $7.08
- FFair
- $4.72
- PPoor
- $2.36
247 copies listed on Discogs from $0.70.
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
- $41.10ref VA-FZFPQMedia NM · Near MintSleeve VG🇺🇸 Ships from United States
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Pressing identification
Match these against your copy to confirm the exact pressing.
- Runout — side A
- AL32400PAL 32400-1J TML
- Runout — side B
- BL32400P BL 32400-1G S
- Matrix / runout
- P AL-32400-1EP BL-32400-1FPAL 32400-1J TMLP BL 32400-1G-P AL-32400-1CP BL-32400-1B○ P AL-32400-1DP AL-32400-1D d○ P BL-32400-1B co P AL-32400-1G Ao P BL- 32400-1D BP AL-32400-1DP PAL 32400 - 1J TMLP PBL 32400 1K TML
- Rights society
- ASCAP
- Recorded At
- Caribou Ranch
- Mastered At
- The Mastering Lab
- Manufactured By
- Columbia Records
- Manufactured By
- CBS Inc.
Specifications
- Artist
- Chicago
- Style
- Jazz-Rock, Pop Rock, Classic Rock
- Year
- 1973
- Label
- Columbia
- Catalog number
- KC 32400
- Country
- US
Tracklist
- A1Critics' Choice2:50
- A2Just You 'N' Me3:46
- A3Darlin' Dear2:59
- A4Jenny3:34
- A5What's This World Comin' To5:04
- B1Something In This City Changes People3:44
- B2Hollywood3:55
- B3In Terms Of Two3:30
- B4Rediscovery4:52
- B5Feelin' Stronger Every Day4:16
- Producer
- James William Guercio
- Mixed By
- Phil Ramone
- Mixed By [Assistant]
- Rich Blakin
- Design [Cover]
- John Berg
- Design [Cover]
- Nick Fasciano
- Photography By
- Barry Feinstein
About this record
This 1973 US pressing of Chicago VI features a unique gatefold cover created by the American Bank Note Company, with silk screened raised ink designed to mimic old currency. The custom inner sleeve includes 19th century artwork matching the cover.
The pressing was produced by Columbia Records and CBS Inc., identifiable by the matrix runouts AL32400 and BL32400 with additional etchings P AL-32400-1E and P BL-32400-1F.
What drives its value
The price range for this LP on the Columbia label catalogued as KC 32400 spans from Mint at 44.32 USD down to Poor at 2.33 USD, reflecting condition sensitivity among collectors. With 250 copies currently for sale and 325 collectors wanting it, demand remains steady within a community of 13,873 owners.
This US original pressing holds a mid-tier value compared to other Chicago releases, buoyed by its distinctive packaging and pressing plant provenance.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm this pressing by locating the Columbia label with catalog number KC 32400 and the matrix runout inscriptions AL32400 and BL32400, including the precise etchings P AL-32400-1E and P BL-32400-1F, indicating production at Columbia Records and CBS Inc. The gatefold cover's silk screened raised ink credited to the American Bank Note Company and the inner sleeve with 19th century artwork further authenticate this 1973 pressing. Condition grades significantly influence value, with Mint copies priced at 44.32 USD and VG copies at 20.99 USD according to the latest price guide.
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Listen
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Release notes
Unique gatefold cover features artwork produced by "American Bank Note Company" with silk screened raised ink. Probably made to look and feel like currency in the old days. American Bank Note Company credited with copyright on both label and rear bottom of jacket.
Includes custom inner sleeve with 19th century artwork, according cover artwork.
Notes sourced from the Discogs database.
Frequently asked
How can I verify this is the original 1973 US pressing of Chicago VI?
Look for the Columbia label with catalog number KC 32400 and matrix runouts AL32400 and BL32400, including the etchings P AL-32400-1E and P BL-32400-1F, which confirm pressing by Columbia Records and CBS Inc. The unique gatefold cover with silk screened raised ink by the American Bank Note Company also helps verify authenticity.
What is a VG+ copy of this album worth?
A VG+ copy of this Chicago VI pressing is valued at approximately 30.32 USD according to the current price guide.
How rare is this pressing in the marketplace?
There are currently 250 copies for sale in the market, with 325 collectors expressing interest, making it moderately available but with steady demand.
What makes the cover art of this pressing unique?
The gatefold cover features artwork produced by the American Bank Note Company with silk screened raised ink designed to resemble old currency, a feature not found on other pressings.
What pressing plant produced this version of Chicago VI?
This pressing was manufactured by Columbia Records and CBS Inc. in the US, as indicated by the matrix runouts AL32400 and BL32400.