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Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass – Sounds Like ... Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass
1968 · Italy · A&M Records · Vinyl LP Album Stereo
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Pressing identification
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- Runout — side A
- 10 SP 4148-2L10SP 4147 = 1L
- Runout — side B
- 10 SP 4147-1L10SP 4148 = 2L
- Other
- 22/6/67(Both sides runout)
- Pressing Plant ID
- cgd(Monogram, in both sides runout)
- Other
- DR(Diritti riservati= Rights reserved, on labels)
- Printed By
- Stampa Reparto Grafico C.G.D.
- Pressed By
- CGD Pressing Plant
Specifications
- Genre
- Jazz
- Style
- Easy Listening
- Year
- 1968
- Label
- A&M Records
- Catalog number
- SP 4124
- Country
- Italy
Tracklist
- A1Gotta Lotta Livin' To Do2:47
- A2Lady Godiva2:06
- A3Bo-Bo3:04
- A4Shades Of Blue2:44
- A5In A Little Spanish Town1:54
- A6Wade In The Water3:03
- B1Town Without Pity2:14
- B2The Charmer2:13
- B3Treasure Of San Miguel2:14
- B4Miss Frenchy Brown2:27
- B5Casino Royale2:35
- Producer
- Herb Alpert
- Producer
- Jerry Moss
- Engineer
- Larry Levine
- Arranged By
- Herb Alpert
- Design
- Whorf Graphics
- Photography By [Liner]
- George Jerman
About this record
Pressed at the CGD Pressing Plant in Italy for the 1968 market, this stereo LP carries the catalogue number SP 4124 and matrix runout codes 10 SP 4147-1L and 10 SP 4148-2L—identifiers that distinguish it from the original 1967 US pressing on the same label. The Italian edition arrived a year after the American release, making it a regional reissue rather than a first pressing.
What drives its value
This Italian pressing trades on a steep condition curve. A Mint copy commands 23.18 USD, while a VG+ example drops to 15.86 USD and a VG copy to 10.98 USD—a spread that reflects how wear on the grooves and jacket affects desirability.
The lowest asking price across 13 active listings sits at 2.18 USD, signaling a soft floor for heavily played or damaged stock. Community ownership stands at 37 collectors against 18 want-list entries, a ratio that suggests moderate but not urgent demand.
As a reissue rather than the 1967 original, this Italian variant holds less premium than its US counterpart, though the CGD plant pressing and regional scarcity keep it relevant for completists.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm this pressing by the catalogue number SP 4124 (or A&M SP 4124) on the label and jacket. The dead-wax etchings read 10 SP 4147-1L on side one and 10 SP 4148-2L on side two—these matrix codes are definitive markers of the CGD Pressing Plant Italian edition.
The absence of a barcode on the label or back cover is consistent with 1968 manufacturing standards outside North America. The album is stereo, 11 tracks, and pressed on standard vinyl.
Grade by visual inspection of the vinyl surface under light for hairline scratches and groove wear; check the jacket for seam splits, foxing, and spine creasing. A Mint grade assumes no audible surface noise and a pristine jacket; VG+ allows light surface marks and minor jacket wear; VG permits noticeable but not heavy groove wear and moderate jacket soiling.
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Other pressings of this release
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Frequently asked
How does the 1968 Italian pressing compare to the 1967 US original?
The US original (SP-4124, 1967) is the first pressing and typically commands higher collector value. This Italian reissue, manufactured at CGD in 1968, arrived one year later for the European market. Both carry the same catalogue number, but the matrix runouts (10 SP 4147-1L and 10 SP 4148-2L) and CGD plant marking confirm the Italian edition. Reissues generally trade below originals, though regional scarcity and pressing-plant reputation can narrow the gap.
What is a VG+ copy worth?
According to the price guide, a VG+ graded copy is valued at 15.86 USD. This represents a record with light surface marks visible under bright light, minor jacket creasing, and no audible distortion during play. The estimate reflects typical market conditions as of the guide's publication date and may vary based on actual sales.
Why is there such a wide price range from Mint to VG?
The spread from 23.18 USD (Mint) to 10.98 USD (VG) reflects how vinyl condition directly impacts playback quality and visual appeal on an easy-listening reissue with modest demand. Mint copies are rare; most circulated examples show groove wear and surface marks. Collectors of 1960s easy-listening pressings are selective about condition, so each grade step down represents a meaningful loss of desirability and resale potential.
Is this record still actively traded?
Yes. The market snapshot shows 13 copies currently for sale, with a lowest asking price of 2.18 USD. The community database records 37 collectors who own it and 18 who want it, indicating steady but not frenzied interest. The 4.8 rating from 5 raters suggests satisfaction among owners, though the want-to-have ratio (18 to 37) suggests it is not a high-priority hunt.
How do I verify I have the Italian pressing and not a counterfeit or different reissue?
Check the dead-wax etchings on the vinyl itself. Side one must read 10 SP 4147-1L and side two 10 SP 4148-2L. The label should state SP 4124 or A&M SP 4124 and be printed for the Italian market. The absence of a barcode is correct for 1968. If the matrix codes differ or a barcode is present, you may have a different pressing or a later reissue. The CGD Pressing Plant credit, if visible in the runout, confirms the Italian origin.