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Santana – Abraxas
1970 · US · Columbia · Vinyl LP Album Stereo
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Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Jul 18, 2026
- MMint
- $89.91
- NMNear Mint
- $80.44
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $61.51
- VGVery Good
- $42.59
- G+Good Plus
- $23.66
- GGood
- $14.20
- FFair
- $9.46
- PPoor
- $4.73
159 copies listed on Discogs from $1.68.
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
- AL 30130o P AL 30130-1E P C 3o P AL 30130 1D C A 13o P AL 30130-1D P A 13o P AL 30130-2D P A 5o PAL 30130 1-H E 2 Po P AL 30130 1E A 17o P AL 30130 2A 1 P B3p o PAL 30130 1-H 1 D 8o PAL 30130-1E P ACPAL 30130 1-H Po P AL 30130-1E P C 3o P AL 30130-2D P D 3o P AL 30130-1D P P 15o P AL 30130-2D 2 P
- Runout — side B
- BL 30130o PBL 30130 1-Go PBL 30130 1-G D 3 Co PBL 30130 1-H E 3o P BL 30130-2A P C1o PBL 30130 1-H B 5 Po P BL 30130-2D C8o P BL 30130-2A P A1C p PBL 30130 1-D o D 6o PBL 30130-1D P A15Pito P BL 30130-2A 3 7 Po PBL 30130-1D P A 3o P BL 30130-2A P C 3o P BL 30130-1D P D 12 Io P BL 30130-2A I P L 3
- Rights society
- BMI, ASCAP
- Pressing Plant ID
- P(Stamped in runout)
- Manufactured By
- Columbia Records
- Manufactured By
- CBS Inc.
- Pressed By
- Columbia Records Pressing Plant, Pitman
- Recorded At
- Wally Heider Studios
- Recorded At
- Pacific Recording Studios
- Plated At
- Customatrix
Specifications
- Artist
- Santana
- Style
- Afro-Cuban, Fusion, Samba, Blues Rock, Psychedelic Rock
- Year
- 1970
- Label
- Columbia
- Catalog number
- KC 30130
- Country
- US
Tracklist
- A1Singing Winds, Crying Beasts4:48
- A2Black Magic Woman / Gypsy Queen5:17
- A3Oye Como Va4:17
- A4Incident At Neshabur4:58
- B1Se A Cabo2:49
- B2Mother's Daughter4:25
- B3Samba Pa Ti4:46
- B4Hope You're Feeling Better4:10
- B5El Nicoya1:29
- Producer
- Fred Catero
- Producer
- Santana
- Engineer
- David Brown
- Engineer
- John Fiore
- Arranged By
- Santana
- Artwork [Cover]
- Mati Klarwein
About this record
The runout matrix AL 30130 or BL 30130 stamped in the dead wax identifies this as a Columbia Records Pitman pressing of the original 1970 US release, catalogue KC 30130. The gatefold includes a 22" x 33" fold-out poster and white-typeface credits on the inside right cover.
Demand remains strong: 2274 collectors want it against 15577 who own one, yet 159 copies are currently for sale, creating a tight supply window.
What drives its value
Condition drives the entire market here. A Mint copy commands 89.91 USD, while NM drops to 80.44 USD—a steep cliff for a record that can show minimal wear.
VG+ sits at 61.51 USD, VG at 42.59 USD, and G+ at 23.66 USD. The spread from M to VG is substantial, reflecting how quickly value erodes once a copy leaves near-mint state.
With 159 copies listed and a lowest asking price of 1.68 USD, the market is flooded at the bottom end, yet the community rating of 4.31 across 761 votes confirms this pressing's desirability. The original 1970 US Columbia pressing (KC 30130) commands premiums over the Netherlands CBS variant (S 64087), making country of origin a key value lever.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm the pressing by the catalogue number KC 30130 on the spine and label. Check the runout for either AL 30130 or BL 30130, often accompanied by a stamped 'P' and 'o' in the dead wax—the 'P' indicates a Columbia Records Pitman pressing, while the 'o' marks a mastering variation.
The matrix may read 'o P AL 30130-1E P C 3' or 'o PBL 30130 1-G'; runouts are mainly stamped but sometimes etched. The gatefold must display white typeface credits on the inside right cover and include the 22" x 33" black-and-white fold-out poster.
Grade by examining the vinyl surface under light: Mint (89.91 USD) shows no signs of play; NM (80.44 USD) allows only the faintest hairline marks; VG+ (61.51 USD) shows light surface marks but plays cleanly; VG (42.59 USD) has visible groove wear. The absence of a barcode confirms an original 1970 pressing rather than a later reissue.
Further reading: grading a record, what makes a pressing valuable.
Listen
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Release notes
Gatefold cover without credits printed in white typeface on inside right cover. Includes a 22" x 33" black-and-white fold-out poster.
Track A2 published by / (BMI); A3 - (ASCAP); all other selections (BMI).
Recorded at , San Francisco, except A4 recorded at , San Mateo.
Pressing Plant variation to 5737715: both sides are , indicated by a 'P' stamped in the runout. This version also has an 'o' stamped in the runout, indicating a mastering.
Runouts are mainly stamped, but sometimes etched.
Notes sourced from the Discogs database.
Other pressings of this release
Different editions of the same album — pressing decides value.
Frequently asked
How do I tell this 1970 US pressing from the Netherlands CBS version?
The US original carries catalogue KC 30130 on the label and spine; the Netherlands pressing is marked S 64087. Check the runout matrix: the US Pitman pressing shows AL 30130 or BL 30130, often with a stamped 'P' and 'o'. The US gatefold has white-typeface credits printed on the inside right cover. The Netherlands variant uses a different label design and lacks this specific credit layout.
What is a VG+ copy worth?
According to the price guide, a VG+ copy is valued at 61.51 USD. This grade allows light surface marks visible under direct light but no audible defects during play. The jump from VG+ (61.51 USD) to NM (80.44 USD) is steep, reflecting collector preference for cleaner copies of this 1970 classic.
Why is there such a big price drop from Mint to VG?
Mint copies fetch 89.91 USD, while VG drops to 42.59 USD—a significant gap driven by the record's age and collectibility. Even light play leaves visible marks on the vinyl surface. Buyers of investment-grade copies demand near-perfect condition; once a record shows groove wear or surface noise, it enters a lower demand tier despite remaining playable.
What does the 'P' and 'o' stamped in the runout mean?
The 'P' stamped in the dead wax indicates this copy was pressed at Columbia Records Pressing Plant, Pitman. The 'o' indicates a mastering variation. Together, these stamps distinguish this pressing from other variants of the same catalogue number and help collectors identify which plant produced their copy.
Should I buy a copy at the lowest asking price of 1.68 USD?
The lowest listing at 1.68 USD likely represents a heavily played or damaged copy graded Poor (P) or Fair (F)—valued at 4.73 USD or 9.46 USD respectively in the price guide. At that price point, expect significant surface noise, groove wear, and possible warping. A playable VG copy at 42.59 USD offers far better sound and longevity.