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Data as of Sep 16, 2026
Ludwig van Beethoven – Symphonie Nr.9
Germany · Deutsche Grammophon · Vinyl LP Reissue
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Sep 16, 2026
- MMint
- $6.28
- NMNear Mint
- $5.62
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $4.30
- VGVery Good
- $2.97
- G+Good Plus
- $1.65
- GGood
- $0.99
- FFair
- $0.66
- PPoor
- $0.33
50 copies listed on Discogs from $1.55.
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
- $5.62ref VA-E6ZC7Media 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
- 2551 093 S 11148 2551 093 = 5 S11 320 AH 1
- Runout — side B
- 2551 093 S 122551 093 = 3 S12 320 T 1A
- Other
- D.P.(Rights information)
- Other
- 3335.203(Catalog# Cassette Version)
- Label Code
- LC 0173
- Printed By
- Neef
Specifications
- Artist
- Ludwig van Beethoven
- Genre
- Classical
- Style
- Romantic
- Label
- Deutsche Grammophon
- Catalog number
- 2535 203
- Country
- Germany
Tracklist
- IX. Symphonie d-moll Op. 125
- Composed By
- Ludwig van Beethoven
- Conductor
- Ferenc Fricsay
- Cover, Photography By [Cover-photo]
- Hans Hansen
About this record
Stamped in the dead wax with the matrix numbers 2551 093 S 11 and 2551 093 S 12, this German pressing is a reissue on Deutsche Grammophon under catalogue number 2535 203. The sleeve credits Polydor International GmbH from 1958, confirming its origin as a mid-century reissue rather than an original pressing.
Liner notes and lyrics are printed exclusively in German, and the record was printed by Neef in Wittingen, Germany.
What drives its value
This pressing commands a price range from Mint at 6.28 USD down to VG at 2.97 USD according to the price guide. With 50 copies currently for sale at a lowest price of 1.55 USD and a community of 376 owners against 13 active wanters, demand is steady but not excessive.
Positioned as a German reissue rather than an original, this affects its market standing by making it more accessible but less rare compared to first editions such as those with catalogue number 2535203--10.
How to appraise this pressing
To verify this exact pressing, collectors should look for the Deutsche Grammophon label with catalogue number 2535 203 and confirm the dead wax matrix inscriptions: 2551 093 S 11 on side A and 2551 093 S 12 on side B. The pressing plant details can be inferred from the sleeve printing credit to Neef, Wittingen, Germany in 1958.
Grading should be based on these matrix identifiers and condition, with value estimates ranging from 6.28 USD for Mint to 0.33 USD for Poor condition.
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Listen
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Release notes
Sleeve info: ℗ 1958 Polydor International GmbH © 1958 Klaus Wagner Printed in Germany by Neef, Wittingen
Center labels info: Made in Germany *
Liner notes & lyrics are printed in German language.
Notes sourced from the Discogs database.
Other pressings of this release
Different editions of the same album — pressing decides value.
Frequently asked
How can I confirm this is the 1958 German reissue pressing?
Check for matrix runout numbers 2551 093 S 11 and 2551 093 S 12 on the dead wax, alongside the Deutsche Grammophon label with catalogue number 2535 203. The sleeve printing credit to Polydor International GmbH 1958 and Neef, Wittingen confirms the pressing plant and date.
What is the value of a VG+ copy of this record?
A VG+ copy is valued at 4.30 USD according to the price guide, reflecting moderate collector interest in this German reissue pressing.
How many copies are currently for sale and what is the lowest price?
There are 50 copies listed for sale with the lowest price at 1.55 USD, indicating availability but at a modest price point.
What distinguishes this pressing from the similar German pressing with catalogue number 2535203--10?
This pressing uses the exact catalogue number 2535 203 and specific matrix numbers 2551 093 S 11 and S 12, whereas the other pressing differs slightly in catalogue suffix and may represent a different issue or pressing run.
How does the community rate this pressing?
The pressing holds a community rating of 3.68 out of 5 based on 22 ratings, showing generally favorable reception among collectors.