Genesis - Genesis - 8-track tape - 1983
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Genesis, a 1-item 1983 United States 8-track Club Edition on Atlantic (A8-80116), mint and sealed, featuring tracks from the self-titled album such as Mama and That’s All.
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1. General Information
Artist: Genesis
Album: Genesis (Self-Titled)
Format: 8-Track Stereo Tape Cartridge
Edition: Club Edition (Columbia House)
Release Year: 1983
Label: Atlantic / Columbia House
Catalog Number: A8-80116
Country: USA
2. Description
This is the scarce Columbia House Club Edition of Genesis’ 1983 self-titled masterpiece. By the early 1980s, the 8-track format had been largely abandoned by retail chains. As a result, major labels like Atlantic typically only produced these tapes for "Record Clubs" like Columbia House to satisfy the small number of members who hadn't yet switched to cassette or CD.
This release features the iconic "Shapes" cover art and includes the band's biggest hits of the era, such as "Mama," "That’s All," and "Illegal Alien." Because this was a Club-only release, the production numbers were significantly lower than standard retail versions of previous albums.
3. Condition
Status: Factory Sealed / New Old Stock (NOS).
Shrink Wrap: The original factory seal is completely intact.
Slipcase: The Columbia House-specific cardboard slipcase is in excellent condition, with crisp edges and no signs of fading or water damage.
Cartridge: The black cartridge is visible through the wrap and appears to be in mint, unplayed condition.
4. Notes for Collectors
This is a true 1st Edition Club Pressing. For 8-track enthusiasts, "Club Editions" from 1983 and later are the most highly prized items in the hobby.
The Rarity of 1983: 1983 was essentially the final year of meaningful production for the 8-track format. Finding a sealed Club Edition from this late in the format's life cycle is a rare opportunity for a high-end collection.
Club Exclusive: This specific A8-80116 catalog number and slipcase design were exclusive to Columbia House members and were never available in standard record stores.
Investment Potential: Sealed late-era 8-tracks have seen a significant increase in value as they represent the "end of an era" for analog tape formats.
5. Matrix/Labels
Catalog Number: A8-80116 (Printed on the spine, front, and back).
Manufacturing Credit: "Manufactured by Columbia House under license" is indicated by the Terre Haute, Indiana address and the specific Columbia House layout on the back.
Label: Atlantic "Circle A" logo present on the back program guide.
Programs: 4-program stereo layout as per the original 8-track mastering.
1. General Information
Artist: Genesis
Album: Genesis (Self-Titled)
Format: 8-Track Stereo Tape Cartridge
Edition: Club Edition (Columbia House)
Release Year: 1983
Label: Atlantic / Columbia House
Catalog Number: A8-80116
Country: USA
2. Description
This is the scarce Columbia House Club Edition of Genesis’ 1983 self-titled masterpiece. By the early 1980s, the 8-track format had been largely abandoned by retail chains. As a result, major labels like Atlantic typically only produced these tapes for "Record Clubs" like Columbia House to satisfy the small number of members who hadn't yet switched to cassette or CD.
This release features the iconic "Shapes" cover art and includes the band's biggest hits of the era, such as "Mama," "That’s All," and "Illegal Alien." Because this was a Club-only release, the production numbers were significantly lower than standard retail versions of previous albums.
3. Condition
Status: Factory Sealed / New Old Stock (NOS).
Shrink Wrap: The original factory seal is completely intact.
Slipcase: The Columbia House-specific cardboard slipcase is in excellent condition, with crisp edges and no signs of fading or water damage.
Cartridge: The black cartridge is visible through the wrap and appears to be in mint, unplayed condition.
4. Notes for Collectors
This is a true 1st Edition Club Pressing. For 8-track enthusiasts, "Club Editions" from 1983 and later are the most highly prized items in the hobby.
The Rarity of 1983: 1983 was essentially the final year of meaningful production for the 8-track format. Finding a sealed Club Edition from this late in the format's life cycle is a rare opportunity for a high-end collection.
Club Exclusive: This specific A8-80116 catalog number and slipcase design were exclusive to Columbia House members and were never available in standard record stores.
Investment Potential: Sealed late-era 8-tracks have seen a significant increase in value as they represent the "end of an era" for analog tape formats.
5. Matrix/Labels
Catalog Number: A8-80116 (Printed on the spine, front, and back).
Manufacturing Credit: "Manufactured by Columbia House under license" is indicated by the Terre Haute, Indiana address and the specific Columbia House layout on the back.
Label: Atlantic "Circle A" logo present on the back program guide.
Programs: 4-program stereo layout as per the original 8-track mastering.
Details
Era
1900-2000
More than 3 artists/bands
No
Artist/ Band (max 3)
Genesis
Multiple Titles
No
Record Title
Genesis
Nr of items
1
Release Country
United States
Release year (oldest)
1983
Case / sleeve condition
Mint & Sealed (M&S)
Media condition
Mint & Sealed (M&S)
Genre
Rock
Record Label
Atlantic
Record Label Number
A8-80116
Autographed by a famous person
No
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