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Data as of Sep 17, 2026
Styx – Equinox
1975 · US · A&M Records · Vinyl LP Album
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Sep 17, 2026
- MMint
- $25.69
- NMNear Mint
- $22.99
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $17.58
- VGVery Good
- $12.17
- G+Good Plus
- $6.76
- GGood
- $4.06
- FFair
- $2.70
- PPoor
- $1.35
71 copies listed on Discogs from $2.60.
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
- $22.99ref VA-GBE73Media NM · Near MintSleeve G+🇺🇸 Ships from United States
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Pressing identification
Match these against your copy to confirm the exact pressing.
- Runout — side A
- SP-4855T1 SP4855 -RE 1-3T TML-M A6T1 SP4855-RE-1-1 T1 TML-S A6
- Runout — side B
- SP-4856T1 SP4856-T1 TML-MT1 SP4856-T1 TML-S A5
- Rights society
- ASCAP
- Recorded At
- Paragon Recording Studios
- Remixed At
- Paragon Recording Studios
- Lacquer Cut At
- The Mastering Lab
- Mastered At
- The Mastering Lab
- Pressed By
- Columbia Records Pressing Plant, Terre Haute
Specifications
Tracklist
- A1Light Up4:12
- A2Lorelei3:20
- A3Mother Dear6:23
- A4Lonely Child3:49
- B1Midnight Ride4:18
- B2Born For Adventure5:10
- B3Prelude 121:17
- B4Suite Madame Blue6:32
- Producer [Assistance], Engineer, Remix
- Barry Mraz
- Producer, Remix
- Styx
- Mastered By
- Doug Sax
- Engineer [Assistant]
- Rob Kingsland
- Artwork [Illustration]
- Mike Schwab
- Design
- Chuck Beeson
About this record
The dead wax markings T1 SP4855 -RE 1-3T TML-M A6 and T1 SP4856-T1 identify this US pressing of Styx's Equinox as made at the Columbia Records Pressing Plant in Terre Haute. This pressing carries the catalogue number SP-4559 and lacks a barcode, reflecting its 1975 vintage.
Its matrix runout codes distinguish it from later reissues or foreign pressings.
What drives its value
Pricing for this 1975 US A&M Records LP ranges from a Mint at 25.69 USD down to a Poor at 1.35 USD according to the price guide. The spread between VG+ at 17.58 USD and VG at 12.17 USD shows moderate value retention in average condition.
There are currently 71 copies for sale with the lowest asking price at 2.60 USD. Among the collector community, 6595 own this pressing while 254 want it, indicating steady demand for this classic rock release.
How to appraise this pressing
To confirm this exact pressing, verify the A&M Records label with catalogue number SP-4559 and absence of a barcode. The matrix and runout inscriptions on sides one and two, including T1 SP4855 -RE 1-3T TML-M A6 and T1 SP4856-T1 TML-M, confirm the Columbia Records Pressing Plant in Terre Haute as the source.
Grading should focus on the condition of the vinyl and sleeve, with Mint condition valued at 25.69 USD and VG+ condition still holding 17.58 USD. Lower grades correspond to the descending price scale down to 1.35 USD for Poor copies.
Further reading: grading a record, how to sell vinyl.
Listen
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Frequently asked
How can I identify this specific pressing of Equinox by Styx?
Look for the catalogue number SP-4559 on the A&M Records label and check the matrix/runout inscriptions T1 SP4855 -RE 1-3T TML-M A6 and T1 SP4856-T1 TML-M, which confirm the Columbia Records Pressing Plant, Terre Haute origin.
What is a VG+ copy of this record worth?
According to the price guide, a VG+ copy of this 1975 US pressing is valued at 17.58 USD. This figure reflects market conditions at the time of the guide.
How many copies of this pressing are currently for sale?
There are 71 copies of this US pressing of Equinox available for sale with the lowest asking price at 2.60 USD.
What does the absence of a barcode indicate about this pressing?
The lack of a barcode on this LP is consistent with its original 1975 US release, as barcodes were not commonly used on vinyl records at that time.
How popular is this pressing among collectors?
This pressing has 6595 owners in the collector community and 254 want it, showing solid demand. It also has a community rating of 3.8 based on 367 ratings.