George Harrison - All Things Must Pass - 3 x LPs - LP box set - 1st Pressing - 1970

George Harrison – All Things Must Pass (1970)
Original UK First Pressing – 3LP Box Set – Apple Records

Offered here is an early original UK pressing of George Harrison’s historically important triple solo album, All Things Must Pass, originally released in 1970 on Apple Records.

This example features the sought-after early UK Hayes / EMI pressing, with -1U matrix numbers in the runout grooves, identifying an early lacquer cut.

Release Details

- Artist: George Harrison
- Title: All Things Must Pass
- Year: 1970
- Country: United Kingdom
- Label: Apple Records
- Format: 3LP Box Set
- Catalogue number: STCH 1-639 / STCH 2-639
- Pressing: Early UK Hayes / EMI pressing

Labels

The records feature the early UK orange Apple labels with the characteristic:

- “Mfd. in U.K.”
- “MECOLICO BIEM NCB”

The third record features the original green Apple Jam label design.

Matrix / Runout

The runout grooves show:

YEX 817-1U / YEX 818-1U

All three records have -1U matrix suffixes, consistent with an early UK cut.

Condition

Box / Cover: VG+
The original sturdy collector’s box is in very good condition for its age, with solid construction and intact corners. A previous owner’s name has been written in pen on the front of the box. This is clearly visible in the photographs and should be taken into account when assessing the condition.

Vinyl: VG+
All three records are in very good overall condition. Only minimal superficial hairlines/paper scuffs are visible under strong light. The vinyl retains its original shine and the grooves are clean. A very nice example for enjoying the characteristic dynamic analogue sound of this classic recording.

Inner Sleeves: VG+
All three original period inner sleeves are included, in the characteristic purple, brown and mustard-yellow colours.

Poster: Not included.

Collector’s Note

A desirable early UK edition of one of George Harrison’s most important solo albums. The combination of the early UK Apple labels, -1U matrix numbers, original three-colour inner sleeves and original box makes this an interesting example for collectors of George Harrison, The Beatles and early Apple Records pressings.

The photographs show the actual item offered for sale. Please examine all photographs carefully when assessing the condition.