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Loggins And Messina – The Best Of Friends
1976 · US · Columbia · Vinyl LP Compilation Stereo
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Oct 20, 2026
- MMint
- $43.69
- NMNear Mint
- $39.09
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $29.89
- VGVery Good
- $20.69
- G+Good Plus
- $11.50
- GGood
- $6.90
- FFair
- $4.60
- PPoor
- $2.30
158 copies listed on Discogs from $1.40.
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
- $25ref VA-4Z7WXMedia NM · Near MintSleeve VG+🇺🇸 Ships from United States
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Pressing identification
Match these against your copy to confirm the exact pressing.
- Runout — side A
- AL 34388PAL 34388-1BC AZ T1 B
- Runout — side B
- BL 34388PBL-34388-1AJ 12 T1 MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF.
- Pressing Plant ID
- T(Etched in runouts)
- Manufactured By
- Columbia Records
- Manufactured By
- CBS Inc.
- Recorded By
- Haji Sound Mobile
- Mastered At
- Allen Zentz Mastering
- Pressed By
- Columbia Records Pressing Plant, Terre Haute
Specifications
- Artist
- Loggins And Messina
- Style
- Classic Rock
- Year
- 1976
- Label
- Columbia
- Catalog number
- PC 34388
- Country
- US
Tracklist
- A1Angry Eyes2:23
- A2Be Free6:57
- A3Vahevala4:45
- A4Peace Of Mind4:04
- A5My Music3:03
- B1Thinking Of You2:18
- B2House At Pooh Corner4:20
- B3Watching The River Run3:25
- B4Danny's Song4:14
- B5Your Mama Don't Dance2:47
- Producer, Vocals, Lead Guitar, Mandolin, Acoustic Guitar [Lead]
- Jim Messina
- Engineer
- Alex Kazanegras
- Engineer
- John Fiore
- Cover [Design]
- Ken Anderson
- Photography By
- Annie Leibovitz
About this record
The matrix runout etched with 'PAL 34388-1BC AZ T1 B' and 'PBL-34388-1AJ 12 T1 MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF.' identifies this as a Columbia Records pressing from the Terre Haute plant. This 1976 US compilation LP on Columbia, catalogue PC 34388, combines classic rock with folk influences across 10 tracks.
The pressing is notable for its absence of a barcode, a detail relevant for dating and verifying this edition.
What drives its value
The price range for this US Columbia pressing extends from a low of 1.4 USD up to 43.69 USD for a Mint copy, indicating a broad value spread that underscores condition sensitivity among collectors. The VG+ grade commands 29.89 USD, while VG copies trade near 20.69 USD, showing a steep drop-off below near-mint quality.
With 158 copies currently for sale and a community of 6876 owners versus 53 active wanters, this pressing is relatively available but maintains steady collector interest. Its position as a 1976 compilation on Columbia's prominent label and pressing plant adds to its desirability compared to later reissues or foreign pressings.
How to appraise this pressing
To confirm this exact pressing, verify the catalogue number PC 34388 on the Columbia label and check for the matrix runouts 'PAL 34388-1BC AZ T1 B' on side A and 'PBL-34388-1AJ 12 T1 MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF.' on side B, which are definitive for the Terre Haute pressing plant. The lack of barcode further authenticates the 1976 US release.
Grading should consider the preservation of the label and runout etchings, as well as the vinyl surface condition. Mint copies are valued at 43.69 USD, while VG+ copies are priced at 29.89 USD according to the latest price guide.
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Listen
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Frequently asked
What is the value of a Mint copy of this pressing?
A Mint condition copy of this 1976 US Columbia pressing with catalogue PC 34388 is valued at 43.69 USD according to the latest price guide.
How can I identify this specific pressing from others?
Look for the catalogue number PC 34388 on the Columbia label and check the matrix runouts etched in the dead wax: 'PAL 34388-1BC AZ T1 B' on side A and 'PBL-34388-1AJ 12 T1 MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF.' on side B. The absence of a barcode also confirms the 1976 US pressing.
What price range should I expect for VG and VG+ copies?
VG copies are priced at 20.69 USD, while VG+ copies have a value of 29.89 USD as per the current price guide.
How many copies of this pressing are currently for sale?
There are currently 158 copies of this pressing listed for sale, indicating reasonable availability in the market.
How popular is this record among collectors?
The community shows 6876 owners ('have') and 53 collectors actively seeking ('want') this pressing, reflecting steady but not overwhelming demand.