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Leonard Cohen – Songs From A Room
1969 · US · Columbia · Vinyl LP Album Stereo
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Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Jul 14, 2026
- MMint
- $102.76
- NMNear Mint
- $91.94
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $70.31
- VGVery Good
- $48.68
- G+Good Plus
- $27.04
- GGood
- $16.23
- FFair
- $10.82
- PPoor
- $5.41
34 copies listed on Discogs from $1.44.
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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- Runout — side A
- XSM 138929XSM 138929-1CXSM 138929-1A C T oXSM 138929-1A | B 6 T oXSM138929-1A C 10 T o
- Runout — side B
- XSM 138930XSM 138930-1GXSM 138930-1A A 7 T oXSM 138930-1A | A 1 T oXSM138930-1A A 6 T o
- Rights society
- ASCAP, BMI
- Pressing Plant ID
- T(Runouts)
- Manufactured By
- Columbia Records
- Manufactured By
- CBS Inc.
- Pressed By
- Columbia Records Pressing Plant, Terre Haute
- Plated At
- Customatrix
Specifications
- Artist
- Leonard Cohen
- Style
- Ballad, Folk, Folk Rock
- Year
- 1969
- Label
- Columbia
- Catalog number
- CS 9767
- Country
- US
Tracklist
- A1Bird On The Wire
- A2Story Of Isaac
- A3A Bunch Of Lonesome Heros
- A4The Partisan
- A5Seems So Long Ago, Nancy
- B1The Old Revolution
- B2The Butcher
- B3You Know Who I Am
- B4Lady Midnight
- B5Tonight Will Be Fine
- Producer
- Bob Johnston
- Engineer
- Neil Wilburn
- Engineer [Back-up]
- Ed Hudson
- Written-By
- Anna Marly
- Written-By
- Hy Zaret
- Written-By
- Leonard Cohen
About this record
The Terre Haute pressing plant stamp in the dead wax—marked by the 'T' prefix on matrix runouts like XSM 138929-1C—identifies this 1969 US Columbia stereo pressing as distinct from other domestic editions. Columbia's 360 sound and 2 Eye label design appears on the jacket, a hallmark of early pressings from the New York manufacturing facility at 51 W.
52 Street. Demand among collectors remains strong: 1204 want this title against 6024 who own a copy, yet only 34 copies are listed for sale across the market.
What drives its value
Condition drives the entire price structure on this pressing. A Mint copy commands 102.76 USD, while Near Mint drops to 91.94 USD—a shift that reflects the sensitivity of early Cohen pressings to handling and storage.
The VG+ grade sits at 70.31 USD, and VG copies trade at 48.68 USD, marking the threshold where surface wear becomes audible. The spread from Mint down to VG+ (70.31 USD) shows that even minor wear erodes value significantly on this 1969 release.
The original US Columbia pressing holds its ground against reissues because the Terre Haute plant's engineering and the 360 sound mastering remain sought after. With 34 copies currently for sale and a want-to-have ratio of 1204 to 6024, this pressing remains accessible but not abundant.
How to appraise this pressing
Verify the pressing by checking the label: Columbia Records, catalogue CS 9767, stereo format, with the 360 sound and 2 Eye design. Examine the dead wax for the matrix runout—original pressings show XSM 138929 and XSM 138930 (sides A and B respectively), while later variants bear XSM 138929-1C or XSM 138930-1G.
The 'T' prefix on later runouts confirms Terre Haute plant origin. The release notes indicate that runouts are etched except for the 'o' and 'C' characters, which are stamped; side B on variant pressings may show stamped rather than etched runouts.
The jacket should display the Columbia address (51 W. 52 Street, New York, N.Y.) and "Printed in U.S.A." Grade by examining the vinyl surface under light for hairline scratches, checking the groove walls for wear, and playing a section to assess surface noise—early pressings in VG+ condition show minimal pops but retain slight background hiss.
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Release notes
Manufactured by Columbia Records / CBS, Inc. / 51 W. 52 Street, New York, N.Y. / Ⓡ "Columbia" Marcas Reg. Printed in U.S.A.
360 sound and 2 Eye label
T near matrix indicates a Terre Haute pressing.
Runouts are etched except 'o' and 'C'. Var. 1 side B is stamped.
Notes sourced from the Discogs database.
Frequently asked
What is the difference between the Terre Haute and other US Columbia pressings of this album?
The 'T' prefix in the matrix runout (e.g., XSM 138929-1C) marks a Terre Haute pressing plant origin, as noted in the release documentation. Other US Columbia pressings lack this identifier. The Terre Haute plant's mastering and pressing quality are considered consistent with the original 1969 run, making these pressings equally desirable to collectors seeking the authentic early stereo sound.
What should I expect to pay for a VG+ copy?
A VG+ graded copy is estimated at 70.31 USD according to the price guide. This represents the sweet spot for collectors seeking audible quality without paying Mint prices; at this grade, surface noise is minimal and the vinyl plays cleanly, though light handling marks may be visible under direct light.
How do I confirm this is an original 1969 pressing and not a later reissue?
Check the label for the 360 sound and 2 Eye design, which appears on original 1969 Columbia stereo pressings. Examine the dead wax for one of the four documented matrix runouts: XSM 138929, XSM 138930, XSM 138929-1C, or XSM 138930-1G. The release notes confirm that runouts are etched except for 'o' and 'C' characters, which are stamped. Reissues typically use different matrix codes or lack the 360 sound marking.
What is the lowest price I might find this record listed at?
The lowest asking price currently recorded is 1.44 USD, though this likely represents a heavily damaged or unplayable copy. Realistic pricing for playable condition begins at the Fair grade (10.82 USD) and climbs steeply as condition improves, reaching 48.68 USD for VG and 70.31 USD for VG+.
Why is there such a wide price gap between Mint and VG condition?
A Mint copy is valued at 102.76 USD while VG sits at 48.68 USD—a substantial spread reflecting how sensitive 1969 vinyl pressings are to playback wear and storage conditions. Early stereo pressings from Columbia are prone to surface noise accumulation; even light use degrades the listening experience noticeably. Collectors willing to pay premium prices seek copies that preserve the original 360 sound mastering without audible degradation, making condition the primary value driver on this title.