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Ludwig van Beethoven – IX. Sinfonie D-moll Op. 125 Mit Schluss-Chor Aus Schillers Ode »An Die Freude«
1957 · Germany · Deutsche Grammophon · Vinyl LP 10" Mono, Vinyl LP Mono
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Sep 23, 2026
- MMint
- $6.76
- NMNear Mint
- $6.05
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $4.63
- VGVery Good
- $3.20
- G+Good Plus
- $1.78
- GGood
- $1.07
- FFair
- $0.71
- PPoor
- $0.36
9 copies listed on Discogs from $1.01.
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
- €15.75ref VA-DK5J5Media VG+ · Very Good PlusSleeve VG🇩🇪 Ships from Germany
The Discogs price estimate is a separate reference; offer prices above are sellers’ own.
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Pressing identification
Match these against your copy to confirm the exact pressing.
- Matrix / runout
- LP 16 070 ALP 16 070 BLPM 18 070 ALPM 18 070 BE H 6 = 33 051 STS II Made in Germany 1 6 0 7 0 ADU H6 33 052 STS Made in Germany 1 6 0 7 0 BGX H6 0 33 053 STS II Made in Germany 1 8 0 7 0 AGH HD 0 33 054 STS II Made in Germany 1 8 0 7 0 A
- Other
- LP 16 070(Catalog# disc 1 (A/B))
- Other
- LPM 18 070(Catalog# disc 2 (C/D))
- Other
- D. P.(Public Domain declaration)
Specifications
- Artist
- Ludwig van Beethoven
- Genre
- Classical
- Style
- Classical, Romantic
- Year
- 1957
- Label
- Deutsche Grammophon
- Catalog number
- LP 16 070
- Country
- Germany
Tracklist
- IX. Sinfonie D-moll Op. 125 Mit Schluss-Chor Aus Schillers Ode »An Die Freude«
- Composed By
- Ludwig van Beethoven
- Conductor
- Eugen Jochum
About this record
Eugen Jochum's 1957 Ninth Symphony for Deutsche Grammophon exists in two distinct catalogue formats: LP 16 070 (10-inch mono) and LPM 18 070 (12-inch mono), both pressed in Germany that same year. The runout matrices LP 16 070 A/B and LPM 18 070 A/B confirm the original pressing plant assignment.
Demand sits at zero want against 43 collectors who own copies, signaling this is a stable-stock item rather than a chase pressing.
What drives its value
Condition drives the entire price structure on this Jochum recording. A Mint copy commands 6.76 USD, while NM drops to 6.05 USD—a narrow margin reflecting the rarity of truly unplayed stock.
VG+ copies trade at 4.63 USD, and VG at 3.20 USD, establishing the practical floor for listenable examples. The 1957 pressing date and dual catalogue variants (10-inch LP 16 070 and 12-inch LPM 18 070) mean collectors must verify the exact matrix runout to confirm which format they hold.
The gatefold sleeve with stitched spines and multilingual liner notes (German, English, French, Spanish) adds structural value; sleeves from this era frequently deteriorate. With 43 collectors holding copies and zero active want signals, this is a steady-supply title where condition premiums reward preservation over scarcity.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm the pressing by checking the dead-wax runout: either LP 16 070 A or LP 16 070 B for the 10-inch variant, or LPM 18 070 A or LPM 18 070 B for the 12-inch. The label itself reads Deutsche Grammophon with the catalogue number printed clearly.
The sleeve bears a 7/57 date code and 'HI-FI' notation on both front and back cover, standard for this batch. Grade by examining the vinyl surface under raking light: Mint (6.76 USD) shows no play wear; NM (6.05 USD) may have light dust marks but no audible surface noise; VG+ (4.63 USD) exhibits light groove wear and minimal crackle; VG (3.20 USD) shows clear play wear and occasional pops.
The gatefold construction with stitched spines is prone to seam splitting and paper loss—inspect the interior sheets and liner notes for foxing or detachment. The multilingual text block and extra sheets inside are original to this pressing and should be present and legible.
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Release notes
——Sleeve info—— Printed in Germany · Imprimé en Allemagne · Impreso en Alemania · 7/57
Gatefold sleeve with stitched spines, 2 extra sheets attached inside, liner notes in German, translated in English, French and Spanish; text of ‘Schluss-Chor aus Schillers Ode »An die Freude«’
‘HI-FI’ note on front and back cover
Notes sourced from the Discogs database.
Frequently asked
What is the difference between LP 16 070 and LPM 18 070?
LP 16 070 is a 10-inch mono pressing; LPM 18 070 is a 12-inch mono pressing. Both were pressed in Germany in 1957 by Deutsche Grammophon and feature Eugen Jochum conducting the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra. The matrix runouts differ (LP 16 070 A/B vs. LPM 18 070 A/B), allowing you to identify which format you own by inspecting the dead wax.
What should I expect to pay for a VG+ copy?
A VG+ copy is valued at 4.63 USD according to the price guide. This grade indicates light groove wear and minimal surface noise—playable but not pristine. The price reflects the 1957 pressing date and the multilingual gatefold packaging, which adds collectible appeal.
How much is a Mint copy worth?
Mint copies are priced at 6.76 USD in the price guide, representing unplayed stock with no surface wear or audible defects. NM copies drop to 6.05 USD, a modest premium for finding truly sealed or near-sealed examples from 1957.
Why does the sleeve have text in four languages?
The gatefold includes liner notes in German, English, French, and Spanish, plus the full text of Schiller's 'Ode to Joy' (Schluss-Chor aus Schillers Ode »An die Freude«). This multilingual approach was typical of Deutsche Grammophon's international distribution strategy in the 1950s, allowing the same pressing to reach multiple European markets.
Is this a rare pressing?
No. Community data shows 43 collectors own copies and zero are actively seeking one, indicating steady supply and low collector demand. The 1957 date and dual catalogue variants suggest Deutsche Grammophon pressed this recording in volume for both 10-inch and 12-inch formats, making it a common classical reissue item rather than a scarce original.