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Hank Mobley – Workout
1962 · US · Blue Note · Vinyl LP Album Mono
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Pressing identification
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- Pressing Plant ID
- P(Stamped both sides runout)
- Recorded At
- Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
- Lacquer Cut At
- Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
- Pressed By
- Plastylite
Specifications
- Artist
- Hank Mobley
- Genre
- Jazz
- Style
- Hard Bop
- Year
- 1962
- Label
- Blue Note
- Catalog number
- BLP 4080
- Country
- US
Tracklist
- A1Workout10:00
- A2Uh Huh10:45
- B1Smokin'7:28
- B2The Best Things In Life Are Free5:16
- B3Greasin' Easy6:59
- Producer
- Alfred Lion
- Design [Cover]
- Reid Miles
- Photography By [Cover Photo]
- Francis Wolff
About this record
Plastylite pressed this 1962 Blue Note mono, and the dead-wax stamp confirms the plant — a detail that separates originals from later reissues and matters sharply to value. The spread between a Mint copy at 642.65 USD and a Fair one at 67.65 USD reflects how ruthlessly condition sorts collectors on this title: only one copy sits on the market now at 418.6 USD, yet 805 collectors want it against 178 who own one.
What drives its value
Hank Mobley's Workout commands a steep condition curve because original Plastylite pressings from 1962 are scarce and the hard-bop audience is deep. A Mint specimen reaches 642.65 USD; a VG+ drops to 439.71 USD; a VG falls to 304.41 USD.
The single copy currently for sale at 418.6 USD sits between VG+ and VG grades, reflecting real-world dealer pricing. Demand vastly outpaces supply — 805 want it, only 178 have it — a ratio that keeps pressure on prices even for worn copies.
The 2024 Blue Note reissue (catalogue 5832034) exists but does not cannibalize the original: collectors and investors prize the Plastylite 'ear' stamp and RVG deadwax signature of the 1962 pressing. The original's scarcity and the hard-bop revival sustain its market position.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm this pressing by the Blue Note label BLP 4080 and the Plastylite plant name stamped in the dead wax alongside the RVG signature — both are non-negotiable markers of the original 1962 US mono release. The release notes document a label variant quirk: Side 1 reads "47 West 63rd" while Side 2 says "New York USA," and no known Plastylite variant pairs the 47 West 63rd address on both labels, so this asymmetry is normal.
The back cover carries the older "43 W. 61st St." address.
Grade by the vinyl surface under strong light for hairline scratches and groove wear; the Plastylite compound is prone to light surface noise even when clean. Listen to the opening bars of each side to detect any skip or jump in the groove.
The mono pressing will show no stereo separation when played; if it does, it is a later reissue or a different catalogue number.
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Listen
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Release notes
Recorded on March 26, 1961. Wynton Kelly and Paul Chambers perform by courtesy of Vee-Jay Records. Plastylite 'ear' and RVG stamped in deadwax.
Side 1 label says "Blue Note Records Inc. • 47 West 63rd • NYC " Side 2 label says " Blue Note Records, Inc. • New York USA"
A few Plastylite variants exist with Label 2 with the 47 West 63rd address, and Label 1 with the New York address.
No known Plastylite variants exist with the 47 West 63rd address on both labels.
Back cover has "43 W. 61st St., New York 23" address.
Wynton Kelly and Paul Chambers perform by courtesy of Vee-Jay Records.
Notes sourced from the Discogs database.
Other pressings of this release
Different editions of the same album — pressing decides value.
Frequently asked
What is the dead-wax mark that matters on this pressing?
Look in the run-out groove for the Plastylite plant name and the RVG engineer signature stamped together. This combination confirms the 1962 original pressing and distinguishes it from the 2024 reissue and any other later represses. The RVG stamp is Rudy Van Gelder's mark; Plastylite was the pressing plant.
How much is a VG+ copy worth?
According to the price guide, a VG+ graded copy is valued at 439.71 USD. This is an estimate as of the guide's most recent update and reflects the typical asking price for that grade on the secondary market. The single copy currently listed at 418.6 USD is priced slightly below that estimate.
Why is the label text different on each side?
The release notes confirm that Side 1 shows "Blue Note Records Inc. • 47 West 63rd • NYC" while Side 2 shows "Blue Note Records, Inc. • New York USA." This is a documented variant of the Plastylite pressing and is not a defect. No known Plastylite variant pairs the 47 West 63rd address on both sides, so this mismatch is authentic to the original.
What is a Fair graded copy worth?
A Fair (F) graded copy is valued at 67.65 USD according to the price guide. Even heavily played copies retain value because the original Plastylite pressing is scarce and hard-bop demand remains strong. Copies in Poor (P) condition drop to 33.82 USD.
Does the 2024 reissue affect the value of the original?
The 2024 Blue Note reissue (catalogue 5832034) is a modern pressing and does not replace collector demand for the 1962 Plastylite original. The original's Plastylite dead-wax stamp, RVG signature, and scarcity keep it distinct. The want-to-have ratio of 805 to 178 shows that collectors actively seek the original despite the reissue's availability.