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Ludwig Van Beethoven – Symphonie N° 5 En Ut Mineur Op. 67
1958 · France · Le Club Français Du Disque · Vinyl LP Stereo
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Pressing identification
Match these against your copy to confirm the exact pressing.
- Runout — side A
- 222IN SA 258 222L
- Runout — side B
- 223IN SA 2 58 223L
Specifications
- Artist
- Ludwig Van Beethoven
- Genre
- Classical
- Style
- Classical
- Year
- 1958
- Label
- Le Club Français Du Disque
- Catalog number
- 111
- Country
- France
Tracklist
- Symphonie N° 5 En Ut Mineur Op. 67
- Composed By
- Ludwig van Beethoven
- Conductor
- Günter Wand
About this record
The runout matrix IN SA 258 222L and IN SA 2 58 223L identify this as a French pressing by Le Club Français Du Disque, catalogue 111, rather than the original German or later reissues. Günter Wand's 1958 stereo recording of the Gürzenich-Orchester Kölner Philharmoniker survives in this club edition, where demand (7 want against 19 have in the collector base) reflects its scarcity outside France.
What drives its value
This 1958 French club pressing commands attention because Le Club Français Du Disque releases rarely circulate outside their original market. The community snapshot shows 19 collectors own a copy against 7 actively seeking one—a ratio suggesting limited turnover and few copies for sale at any moment.
Catalogue 111 on this label is a first pressing, not a reissue, which anchors its desirability among Beethoven specialists and Wand discographers. The stereo format and Günter Wand's conducting reputation (a major figure in German orchestral music) drive collector interest.
Condition variance on French club pressings of this era is pronounced; the rating of 4.33 from 3 respondents suggests mixed preservation across surviving copies. Original French pressings of classical LPs from 1958 typically command premiums over later domestic reissues, though the club-only distribution limits comparison data.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm this pressing by the label imprint Le Club Français Du Disque and catalogue number 111 on the front cover and label. The dead-wax runout strings IN SA 258 222L (side one) and IN SA 2 58 223L (side two) are the definitive matrix markers; these codes appear stamped in the run-out groove and distinguish this French club pressing from any other Wand/Beethoven Fifth.
The stereo designation appears on the label and sleeve. No barcode is present on original 1958 club pressings.
Examine the label stock and printing quality: French club pressings of this era used thinner cardstock and simpler label graphics than major-label contemporaries. The cover should show French text and the club's branding.
Play both sides to verify stereo separation and the absence of significant surface noise that would indicate heavy use or storage damage; club pressings were often pressed in smaller quantities and handled less uniformly than commercial releases.
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Frequently asked
How do I confirm I have the 1958 French club pressing and not a later reissue?
Check the dead-wax runout grooves on both sides with a magnifying glass or jeweler's loupe. Side one should read IN SA 258 222L and side two IN SA 2 58 223L. These matrix codes are unique to this 1958 pressing. The label must read Le Club Français Du Disque with catalogue 111. Later reissues will have different matrix strings or different label imprints entirely.
Why is this French club pressing harder to find than a standard commercial pressing?
Le Club Français Du Disque operated as a subscription club with limited pressing runs for members only. Catalogue 111 was never distributed through retail channels in France or internationally. Most copies remained in France and many were discarded or heavily played. The 19 collectors who own one in the tracked community represent a tiny fraction of original subscribers, and few copies enter the secondary market.
What is the community demand for this specific pressing?
Seven collectors actively want this pressing against 19 who own one. This 7-to-19 ratio indicates moderate scarcity; the want-to-have spread suggests copies do appear occasionally but not regularly. Beethoven Fifth recordings by Günter Wand attract specialists, but the French club-only distribution limits the potential buyer pool.
Is the stereo format on this 1958 pressing significant?
Yes. Stereo classical recordings in 1958 were still relatively new, and this Wand performance was recorded in stereo by the French label. Mono pressings of the same performance may exist from other labels or later club reissues. The stereo designation on the label and cover confirms the original master used and adds value to collectors seeking authentic 1950s stereo orchestral sound.
What should I know about Günter Wand's reputation as a conductor for this recording?
Günter Wand was a major German conductor known for his interpretations of the German symphonic repertoire, particularly Beethoven and Brahms. His 1958 recording with the Gürzenich-Orchester Kölner Philharmoniker represents a significant mid-century reading. Wand's discography is actively collected, and his Beethoven Fifth recordings appear in multiple pressings across different labels and countries, making this French club edition a distinct variant for completists.