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Kiri Te Kanawa – South Pacific
1986 · US · CBS · Vinyl LP Album
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Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Oct 26, 2026
- MMint
- $5.74
- NMNear Mint
- $5.13
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $3.92
- VGVery Good
- $2.72
- G+Good Plus
- $1.51
- GGood
- $0.91
- FFair
- $0.60
- PPoor
- $0.30
75 copies listed on Discogs from $0.47.
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.
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Pressing identification
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- Barcode (Scanned)
- 074644220513
Specifications
- Artist
- Kiri Te Kanawa
- Genre
- Stage & Screen
- Style
- Musical
- Year
- 1986
- Label
- CBS
- Catalog number
- SM 42205
- Country
- US
- Barcode
- 074644220513
Tracklist
- A1Overture
- A2Dites-Moi
- A3A Cockeyed Optimist
- A4Twin Soliloquies
- A5Some Enchanted Evening
- A6Bloody Mary
- A7There Is Nothin' Like A Dame
- A8Bali Ha'i
- A9I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Out-a My Hair
- B1I'm In Love With A Wonderful Guy
- B2Younger Than Springtime
- B3This Is How It Feels
- B4Entr'acte
- B5Happy Talk
- B6Honey Bun
- B7You've Got To Be Carefully Taught
- B8This Nearly Was Mine
- B9The March: The Take Off / Communication Established
- B10Finale Ultimo: Dites-Moi / Some Enchanted Evening
About this record
CBS catalogue SM 42205 pairs four major vocal talents—Kiri Te Kanawa, José Carreras, Sarah Vaughan, and Mandy Patinkin—on a 1986 US pressing of South Pacific, the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical. The 19-track LP sits in a crowded secondary market: 75 copies are listed for sale, yet only 21 collectors actively want it against 400 who own one, signaling a buyer's market where condition drives the entire valuation spread.
What drives its value
This CBS pressing trades on condition alone. A Mint copy commands 5.74 USD, but that premium evaporates quickly: NM drops to 5.13 USD, VG+ to 3.92 USD, and VG to 2.72 USD—a steep cliff that reflects the musical's limited collector cachet.
The lowest asking price across 75 active listings is 0.47 USD, indicating heavy discounting at the bottom end. The want-to-have ratio of 21 against 400 owners confirms this is a common pressing with soft demand.
Original 1986 CBS releases of stage recordings rarely appreciate; this one's value lies entirely in finding a clean copy at the VG+ threshold (3.92 USD) rather than hunting for mint condition.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm the pressing by the CBS label and catalogue number SM 42205 on the front cover and label. The barcode is present on the back cover.
Verify the 19-track count and the four-artist credit on the spine and label. Grade by examining the vinyl surface under bright light: a Mint copy (5.74 USD) shows no visible wear, plays without surface noise, and retains its original sheen; NM (5.13 USD) may show hairline marks under magnification but plays silent; VG+ (3.92 USD) exhibits light play wear and minimal surface noise in quiet passages; VG (2.72 USD) shows clear play wear, light scratches, and audible surface noise.
The jacket's condition is secondary to vinyl grade on this title—focus on the record itself, as most wear occurs during playback rather than storage.
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Other pressings of this release
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Frequently asked
What is this pressing worth in VG+ condition?
A VG+ copy of CBS SM 42205 is estimated at 3.92 USD according to the price guide. This grade represents light play wear and minimal surface noise—the practical sweet spot for this title, since the jump to NM (5.13 USD) is marginal and Mint copies (5.74 USD) rarely justify the premium for a 1986 stage recording.
Why are 75 copies listed but only 21 people want it?
The 400 collectors who own this pressing already satisfy most demand. The 21 active wants reflect people seeking a specific condition or a bargain; the 75 for-sale listings suggest sellers are clearing stock. This imbalance keeps prices depressed, with the lowest asking price at 0.47 USD.
Is this the original 1986 pressing or a reissue?
This is the original 1986 US pressing on CBS. No reissue information is present in the catalogue record, and the single catalogue number SM 42205 indicates a one-time release rather than a series of variants.
What does the community rating of 3.73 mean for this record?
The 3.73 rating (out of 5, based on 15 reviews) reflects mixed reception. For a stage recording, this suggests listeners appreciate the vocal performances but find the production or material dated. It is not a cult classic or a widely praised reissue.
Should I buy this if I find it in VG condition?
At VG grade, the price guide values it at 2.72 USD. Given that the lowest asking price across 75 listings is 0.47 USD, a VG copy is worth negotiating down. Only buy if you specifically want the four-artist version of South Pacific; the soft want-to-have ratio (21 to 400) means resale will be difficult.