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Johnny Rodriguez – Practice Makes Perfect
1977 · US · Mercury · Vinyl LP Album
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Sep 10, 2026
- MMint
- $9.29
- NMNear Mint
- $8.31
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $6.35
- VGVery Good
- $4.40
- G+Good Plus
- $2.44
- GGood
- $1.47
- FFair
- $0.98
- PPoor
- $0.49
36 copies listed on Discogs from $1.38.
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
- $9.17ref VA-6G2VPMedia NM · Near MintSleeve M🇺🇸 Ships from United States
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Pressing identification
Match these against your copy to confirm the exact pressing.
- Record Company
- PolyGram
- Manufactured By
- Phonogram, Inc.
- Pressed By
- Columbia Records Pressing Plant, Santa Maria
Specifications
- Artist
- Johnny Rodriguez
- Style
- Country
- Year
- 1977
- Label
- Mercury
- Catalog number
- SRM-1-1144
- Country
- US
Tracklist
- A1If Practice Makes Perfect
- A2I'd Build A Bridge
- A3Hard Times
- A4It Was So Easy For You To Say Goodbye
- A5You Put A Hold On Me
- A6A Little Bit More
- B1I'm Gonna Make It After All
- B2Torn Between Two Lovers
- B3Steal A Little Time
- B4Eres Tu
- B5 She Calls It Love
- B6Mem'ries
- Producer
- Jerry Kennedy
About this record
Pressed at the Columbia Records Pressing Plant in Santa Maria, this 1977 US Mercury LP carries the catalogue number SRM-1-1144. The involvement of Phonogram, Inc. in the pressing process distinguishes this edition from others.
Notably, this release lacks a barcode, which is typical for its year and pressing plant. With 12 tracks, it represents Johnny Rodriguez's work in the country style under the Folk, World, & Country genre.
What drives its value
The price range for this Mercury SRM-1-1144 pressing spans from a Mint copy at 9.29 USD down to a Poor at 0.49 USD according to the price guide. Currently, 36 copies are available for sale with a lowest price of 1.38 USD, indicating a steady market presence.
The community shows 172 owners against 17 collectors wanting it, reflecting moderate demand. Being a US original pressing from 1977, it holds more value than reissues or foreign editions in the same catalog series.
How to appraise this pressing
To verify this exact pressing, confirm the Mercury label with catalogue number SRM-1-1144. The pressing plant identification as Columbia Records Pressing Plant, Santa Maria, and Phonogram, Inc. involvement can be cross-checked through the matrix/runout details or label credits.
Condition grading impacts value heavily: Mint copies fetch around 9.29 USD, while VG+ copies are priced at 6.35 USD. The absence of a barcode aligns with the 1977 pressing date.
Checking these specifics ensures accurate identification and valuation.
Further reading: grading a record, how to sell vinyl.
Frequently asked
How can I identify the 1977 Mercury US pressing of Practice Makes Perfect?
Look for the catalogue number SRM-1-1144 on the Mercury label and confirm pressing at Columbia Records Pressing Plant, Santa Maria, often indicated in the matrix or runout.
What is a VG+ copy worth according to the price guide?
A VG+ copy of this 1977 Mercury pressing is valued at 6.35 USD as per the latest price guide.
How many copies are currently for sale and at what price?
There are 36 copies for sale with the lowest price listed at 1.38 USD.
What pressing plants were involved in producing this LP?
This edition was pressed by Phonogram, Inc. and the Columbia Records Pressing Plant in Santa Maria.
How many collectors want this Mercury pressing versus how many own it?
The community has 172 owners and 17 collectors wanting this pressing.