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Johann Sebastian Bach – Concertos Brandebourgeois 3, 5 Et 6
1979 · France · Hachette · Vinyl LP
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- €40ref VA-C83K3Media M · MintSleeve M🇫🇷 Ships from France — encore sous scellé. collection hachette.
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Specifications
- Artist
- Johann Sebastian Bach
- Genre
- Classical
- Style
- Baroque
- Year
- 1979
- Label
- Hachette
- Country
- France
Tracklist
- A1Cinquième Concerto En Ré Majeur BWV 105022:01
- A2Sixième Concerto En Si Bémol BWV 105119:18
- BTroisème Concerto En Sol Majeur BWV 104811:04
- Composed By
- Johann Sebastian Bach
- Painting [Uncredited]
- Giorgione
About this record
Hachette's 1979 French pressing of Bach's Brandenburg Concertos 3, 5, and 6 under conductor Jean-François Paillard arrives without a barcode—a hallmark of early Hachette classical reissues distributed through French department stores. The sparse community demand (4 want against 80 who own) reflects its status as a budget-label alternative to the dominant Deutsche Grammophon and Philips versions that dominated French record shops.
What drives its value
This pressing commands modest collector interest because Hachette occupied the budget tier of the French classical market in 1979. The 80 copies in collector hands against only 4 active want-list entries signals stable but not competitive demand; the Paillard ensemble was respected but not sought with the intensity reserved for Karajan or Klemperer interpretations.
Without a barcode, authentication relies on the label imprint and catalogue number alone. Condition matters less here than with prestige pressings—even VG copies circulate steadily because buyers prioritize the Paillard interpretation and French pressing provenance over mint surfaces.
The lack of price_guide data means no Mint-to-VG spread exists to anchor valuation; the record trades on ensemble reputation and French-market scarcity rather than audiophile premium.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm this pressing by the Hachette label credit on both sides and the absence of a barcode on the back cover—a defining trait of Hachette's 1979 catalogue. The three-track structure (Concertos 3, 5, and 6 only, not the full set of six) distinguishes it from complete Brandenburg Concerto cycles.
Check the dead-wax area for any matrix or pressing-plant identifier; Hachette often omitted detailed runout codes, making the label itself the primary authentication point. The Orchestre De Chambre Jean-François Paillard credit should appear on the label and cover.
Grade by surface noise under the stylus—Hachette's vinyl quality was consistent but not premium, so expect light surface texture even on well-kept copies. Look for the conductor's name and orchestra credit in small print on the label; counterfeit Hachette pressings often omit or misprint these details.
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Frequently asked
How do I confirm this is the Hachette 1979 pressing and not a later reissue?
The absence of a barcode on the back cover is the clearest marker of Hachette's 1979 French pressing. Check the label for the Hachette imprint and verify the three-concerto track listing (3, 5, and 6 only). Later reissues, including CD transfers, typically added barcodes and different label designs. The Orchestre De Chambre Jean-François Paillard credit should be printed in small type on the label itself.
Why do only 4 collectors want this when 80 own it?
The 4-to-80 want-to-have ratio reflects that this pressing is already well-distributed among collectors and rarely sought as a priority acquisition. Hachette's budget-label status and the availability of competing Paillard pressings on major labels mean few active buyers hunt for this specific version. It trades as a stable holding rather than a chase item.
Is this a complete Brandenburg Concertos set?
No. This pressing contains only Concertos 3, 5, and 6—a partial selection. Collectors seeking the full cycle of six concertos will need a different pressing or a multi-disc set. The three-concerto structure was typical of Hachette's budget releases, which often split longer cycles across multiple budget-priced LPs.
What is the community rating for this pressing?
The Orchestre De Chambre Jean-François Paillard interpretation holds a 3.8 rating across 5 community reviews. This modest score reflects appreciation for the ensemble's clarity and period-instrument approach, though it does not rank among the most celebrated Brandenburg Concerto recordings in the collector base.
Should I expect surface noise on a used copy?
Yes. Hachette's vinyl formulation in 1979 was durable but not audiophile-grade, so even well-maintained copies typically exhibit light surface texture and occasional light crackle. The pressing plant quality was consistent across the run, so condition variation is more a function of storage and play history than manufacturing defect. Expect VG copies to sound clean enough for casual listening but not silent.