Michael Jackson - Thriller - Vinyl record - 1982
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Michael Jackson's Thriller, a US 1982 Epic Records vinyl LP (QE 38112), 2nd pressing with the silver 'Grammy Nominee' hype sticker, in mint and sealed condition.
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General Information
Artist: Michael Jackson
Title: Thriller
Label: Epic
Catalog number: QE 38112
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Year: 1982-1984
Country: US
Edition: 2nd Pressing ("Grammy Nominee" Hype Sticker Variant)
Genre: Pop / Rock / R&B / Funk
Description
Released on November 30, 1982, Thriller is the sixth studio album by Michael Jackson and stands as the best-selling album in music history, with over 70 million copies sold worldwide. Produced by Quincy Jones alongside Jackson, the album fundamentally reshaped the pop music landscape, cross-pollinating rock, funk, and R&B. It spawned seven top-10 singles, including "Billie Jean," "Beat It," and the iconic title track "Thriller." Beyond its audio achievements, the album revolutionized the music video medium, breaking racial barriers on MTV and redefining commercial pop superstardom forever.
Condition
Vinyl: Presumed MINT (unplayed)
Jacket: Factory-sealed, never opened
Notes for collectors
Hype Sticker Rarity: This specific copy features the highly sought-after silver "Grammy Nominee" circular hype sticker. This allows collectors to pinpoint its manufacture date to late 1982 or early 1984 during the peak of Thriller-mania, right before the February 1984 Grammy ceremony where the album won a record-breaking 8 awards (after which the sticker text was updated to "Winner of 8 Grammys").
Credit Variation: The back cover includes the "Co-Produced by Michael Jackson" credit printed in pink cursive text beneath Quincy Jones' production credit. This distinguishes it from the absolute earliest 1982 run, which mistakenly omitted Jackson's co-production credit on the outer jacket.
Investment Value: Finding an original 1980s US pressing completely factory-sealed with crisp corners, intact shrink wrap, and both the black track-listing sticker and the silver Grammy sticker is incredibly uncommon, making this a museum-grade archival piece.
Matrix/Labels
Barcode: 07464381121 (Printed on back cover: 0 7464-38112-1)
Label Details: Epic Records (Standard custom dark blue script labels are expected inside this pressing era).
Manufacturing Text: “1982 CBS Inc. / ℗ 1982 CBS Inc. / Manufactured by Epic Records / CBS Inc. / 1801 Century Park West, Los Angeles, CA” printed on the lower back cover.
Seller's Story
Hello, I sell my big private collection of vinyl, 8-track tapes, audio cassettes, CD's and more. I provide free worldwide shipping with tracking number and full insurance.
General Information
Artist: Michael Jackson
Title: Thriller
Label: Epic
Catalog number: QE 38112
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Year: 1982-1984
Country: US
Edition: 2nd Pressing ("Grammy Nominee" Hype Sticker Variant)
Genre: Pop / Rock / R&B / Funk
Description
Released on November 30, 1982, Thriller is the sixth studio album by Michael Jackson and stands as the best-selling album in music history, with over 70 million copies sold worldwide. Produced by Quincy Jones alongside Jackson, the album fundamentally reshaped the pop music landscape, cross-pollinating rock, funk, and R&B. It spawned seven top-10 singles, including "Billie Jean," "Beat It," and the iconic title track "Thriller." Beyond its audio achievements, the album revolutionized the music video medium, breaking racial barriers on MTV and redefining commercial pop superstardom forever.
Condition
Vinyl: Presumed MINT (unplayed)
Jacket: Factory-sealed, never opened
Notes for collectors
Hype Sticker Rarity: This specific copy features the highly sought-after silver "Grammy Nominee" circular hype sticker. This allows collectors to pinpoint its manufacture date to late 1982 or early 1984 during the peak of Thriller-mania, right before the February 1984 Grammy ceremony where the album won a record-breaking 8 awards (after which the sticker text was updated to "Winner of 8 Grammys").
Credit Variation: The back cover includes the "Co-Produced by Michael Jackson" credit printed in pink cursive text beneath Quincy Jones' production credit. This distinguishes it from the absolute earliest 1982 run, which mistakenly omitted Jackson's co-production credit on the outer jacket.
Investment Value: Finding an original 1980s US pressing completely factory-sealed with crisp corners, intact shrink wrap, and both the black track-listing sticker and the silver Grammy sticker is incredibly uncommon, making this a museum-grade archival piece.
Matrix/Labels
Barcode: 07464381121 (Printed on back cover: 0 7464-38112-1)
Label Details: Epic Records (Standard custom dark blue script labels are expected inside this pressing era).
Manufacturing Text: “1982 CBS Inc. / ℗ 1982 CBS Inc. / Manufactured by Epic Records / CBS Inc. / 1801 Century Park West, Los Angeles, CA” printed on the lower back cover.
Seller's Story
Hello, I sell my big private collection of vinyl, 8-track tapes, audio cassettes, CD's and more. I provide free worldwide shipping with tracking number and full insurance.
Details
Multiple titles
No
Era
1900-2000
More than 3 artists/bands
No
Artist/band (max 3)
Michael Jackson
Record title
Thriller
Number of objects
1
Release country
United States
Release year (oldest)
1982
Case/sleeve condition
Mint & Sealed (M&S)
Media condition
Mint & Sealed (M&S)
Genre
Pop
Record label
Epic
Record label number
QE 38112
Autographed by a famous person
No
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