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Frédéric Chopin – My Favorite Chopin - His Most Famous Works
US · Sine Qua Non · Vinyl LP Stereo, Box Set Compilation
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Oct 19, 2026
- MMint
- $17.93
- NMNear Mint
- $16.04
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $12.27
- VGVery Good
- $8.49
- G+Good Plus
- $4.72
- GGood
- $2.83
- FFair
- $1.89
- PPoor
- $0.94
5 copies listed on Discogs from $5.29.
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
- $8ref VA-DGW5SMedia VG · Very Good🇺🇸 Ships from United States
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Specifications
- Artist
- Frédéric Chopin
- Genre
- Classical
- Label
- Sine Qua Non
- Catalog number
- SQN 104/5X
- Country
- US
Tracklist
- Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor, Op. 21
- Sonata No. 2 in B-flat Minor, Op. 35
- Polonaises
- D2Fantasie - Impromptu in C-sharp Minor, Op. 665:00
- Waltzes
- G1Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23
- G2Scherzo No. 2 in B-flat Minor, Op. 31
- Etudes, Op. 10
- IPreludes Nos. 1-15, Op. 28
- Nocturnes
- Composed By
- Frédéric Chopin
- Painting [Uncredited]
- Eugène Delacroix
About this record
Sine Qua Non's SQN 104/5X box set pairs Sviatoslav Richter, Walter Klien, Peter Frankl, Ingrid Haebler, Rena Kyriakou, Abbey Simon, and Orazio Frugoni in a US stereo compilation of Chopin's most recognizable piano works across 4 tracks. The market shows 5 copies currently for sale, with only 2 collectors actively seeking it against 51 who own one—a ratio that keeps prices modest and stable across grades.
What drives its value
This Sine Qua Non pressing trades on condition more than rarity. A Mint copy commands 17.93 USD, while a Near Mint sits at 16.04 USD—a narrow gap that reflects the label's modest collector base.
The real drop occurs at VG+, valued at 12.27 USD, and continues to 8.49 USD for VG stock. The lowest asking price on the market is 5.29 USD, suggesting dealers price aggressively to move inventory.
With 51 collectors holding copies and only 2 actively hunting, demand is tepid. The US pressing on Sine Qua Non carries no particular scarcity premium over other editions; value rests entirely on playable condition and the appeal of the performer roster rather than pressing-plant prestige or matrix variants.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm this pressing by the Sine Qua Non label imprint and catalogue number SQN 104/5X printed on the spine and label. The box set format and stereo designation should appear on the cover and label.
Grade by examining the vinyl surface under light for hairline scratches, scuffs, and dust-trap rings; a Mint copy shows no visible wear under normal play conditions, while VG+ allows light surface marks that do not affect playback. Check that all 4 tracks play without skips or crackle.
The absence of a barcode on this pressing means you cannot verify authenticity via UPC; rely instead on the label design, typography, and the specific catalogue number SQN 104/5X as your primary identifier. Inspect the box itself for foxing, seam separation, or water damage, as these affect the overall grade and resale appeal.
Further reading: grading a record, how to sell vinyl.
Frequently asked
What is this pressing worth in Mint condition?
A Mint copy of SQN 104/5X is valued at 17.93 USD according to the price guide. This represents the highest estimate; actual sales may vary depending on box condition and whether all original materials are present.
How much does condition matter for this Sine Qua Non box?
Condition is the sole driver of value here. A Mint copy at 17.93 USD drops to 16.04 USD in Near Mint, then to 12.27 USD at VG+, and falls to 8.49 USD in VG grade. The spread between Mint and VG is 9.44 USD, meaning a single grade shift can cut the asking price by roughly one-third.
Why are only 5 copies listed for sale if 51 collectors own one?
The low turnover reflects weak demand: only 2 collectors are actively seeking this pressing. Most owners are holding their copies as part of a larger Chopin collection rather than trading them. Sine Qua Non releases rarely command collector premiums, so few sellers bother listing them.
What does the lowest price of 5.29 USD tell me?
The lowest asking price of 5.29 USD suggests a dealer clearing stock quickly, likely pricing below the VG estimate of 8.49 USD to accelerate a sale. This gap indicates soft market conditions and that patience—rather than urgency—favors the buyer.
Is this a first pressing or a reissue?
The input data does not specify whether SQN 104/5X is an original or reissue. Verify by examining the label design, typography, and any matrix or runout markings in the dead wax; Sine Qua Non's catalogue numbering and label stock evolved over time, and a dealer or discography can confirm the pressing era once you inspect those details.