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Gal Costa – Gal Canta Caymmi
1976 · Brazil · Philips · Vinyl LP Album
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Pressing identification
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- Runout — side A
- 2° 200 6349 174 A1 * JC4° 200 6349174 B1 * JC
- Price Code
- Série De Luxo
- Recorded At
- Phonogram Studios, Rio De Janeiro
Specifications
- Artist
- Gal Costa
- Style
- MPB
- Year
- 1976
- Label
- Philips
- Catalog number
- 6349.174
- Country
- Brazil
Tracklist
- A1Vatapá3:31
- A2Festa De Rua2:10
- A3Nem Eu3:48
- A4Pescaria (Canoeiro)2:53
- A5O Vento4:52
- B1Rainha Do Mar3:00
- B2Só Louco3:12
- B3São Salvador2:44
- B4Peguei Um "Ita" No Norte3:28
- B5Dois De Fevereiro3:45
- Co-producer [Assistente de Produção]
- Luciano Maia Bartholo
- Producer [Direção de Produção]
- Perinho Albuquerque
- Mixed By
- Luigi Hoffer
- Arranged By
- João Donato
- Arranged By
- Perinho Albuquerque
- Written-By
- Dorival Caymmi
About this record
The runout matrix on this 1976 Brazilian pressing reads either '2° 200 6349 174 A1 * JC' or '4° 200 6349174 B1 * JC'—a detail that anchors it to Philips catalogue 6349.174 and distinguishes it from later reissues. Gal Costa's Gal Canta Caymmi is an MPB album of 10 tracks, and demand significantly outpaces supply: 691 collectors want it against 2019 who own one, yet only 34 copies are listed for sale at the lowest asking price of 0.65 USD.
What drives its value
The price spread reflects condition sensitivity on this Brazilian Philips pressing. A Mint copy commands 30.14 USD, while NM drops to 26.97 USD, VG+ to 20.62 USD, and VG to 14.28 USD—a steep decline that rewards careful storage.
The want-to-have ratio (691 to 2019) is unusually tight for a 1976 MPB title, suggesting steady collector interest rather than scarcity-driven speculation. With 34 copies in circulation at the lowest price point, the market is neither flooded nor starved; the real value driver is condition grade and the album's standing in Gal Costa's discography as a Caymmi interpretation record.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm this pressing by the Philips catalogue number 6349.174 on the spine and label. Examine the dead wax on both sides: Side A should read '2° 200 6349 174 A1 * JC' and Side B '4° 200 6349174 B1 * JC'—the asterisk and 'JC' suffix are consistent markers of this plant run.
The album lacks a barcode, typical of 1976 Brazilian pressings. Grade by vinyl surface (hairline scratches drop from M to NM; light play marks indicate VG+), label condition (Philips labels on Brazilian presses fade and stain easily), and jacket integrity (Brazilian cardstock from this era is prone to edge wear and foxing).
A Mint copy is rare; most survivors grade VG+ or VG.
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Frequently asked
What is a VG+ copy of this pressing worth?
According to the price guide, a VG+ copy is valued at 20.62 USD. This represents the sweet spot for most used copies in the market; condition above VG+ (NM at 26.97 USD or M at 30.14 USD) is uncommon for a 1976 Brazilian pressing.
How do I tell this 1976 Philips pressing from a reissue?
Check the runout matrix in the dead wax. This pressing carries either '2° 200 6349 174 A1 * JC' on Side A or '4° 200 6349174 B1 * JC' on Side B. The 'JC' suffix and the specific matrix format are signatures of the original 1976 pressing plant; reissues typically show different runout codes or omit the asterisk.
Why is the lowest price only 0.65 USD when the guide says VG is 14.28 USD?
The lowest-price figure (0.65 USD) represents a single outlier listing, likely a Poor or Fair grade copy with significant damage, or a bulk-lot remainder. The price guide values reflect condition-based estimates; a Poor copy at 1.59 USD or Fair at 3.17 USD is closer to realistic floor pricing for playable stock.
Is this album rare?
Not exceptionally rare by Brazilian MPB standards. The community data shows 2019 collectors own it against 691 who want one—a healthy installed base. However, only 34 copies are currently for sale, suggesting moderate scarcity in the active market at any given moment. The 1976 original pressing is more sought than later reissues.
What does the rating of 4.36 out of 5 tell me?
Based on 153 community ratings, the album scores 4.36, indicating strong collector satisfaction with the music and pressing quality. This high rating supports the want-to-have ratio; people who own it tend to rate it favorably, which drives demand among those who do not yet have a copy.