Jimi Hendrix - Smash Hits (UK) – Iconic 1968 TRACK Stereo 1st Press! Original Inner Sleeve & Laminated Cover - LP - 1st Pressing - 1968
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One Jimi Hendrix album, *Smash Hits*, a UK stereo first pressing released in 1968 on Track, with its original inner sleeve.
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A desirable original UK stereo first pressing of Smash Hits by The Jimi Hendrix Experience, issued on the legendary TRACK RECORD label (613004) in April 1968.
Released less than a year after the groundbreaking Are You Experienced, this was the first official Hendrix compilation, capturing the band at the height of their extraordinary early success. The album assembles twelve electrifying recordings that showcase some of the most influential tracks in psychedelic rock history—Purple Haze, Hey Joe, The Wind Cries Mary, Fire and Foxy Lady—alongside fascinating early single releases such as Stone Free, 51st Anniversary, Highway Chile and the wonderfully psychedelic The Stars That Play with Laughing Sam's Dice. Together, they document Hendrix's astonishing guitar innovation, Noel Redding's driving bass and Mitch Mitchell's explosive drumming during this transformative period.
Founded by Kit Lambert and Chris Stamp, TRACK RECORD was also home to The Who and played an important role in bringing Hendrix's revolutionary music to British audiences. This original British stereo pressing features its own distinctive track selection, preserving several early single recordings that distinguish it from the later 1969 American edition and make this version particularly interesting to collectors. The record is presented in its original front-laminated picture sleeve, complete with the original inner sleeve—a combination that adds considerably to its appeal as a collectible 1960s edition.
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Sleeve (VG+):
The original laminated picture sleeve displays some noticeable lamination creasing to the front and areas of staining on the reverse, reflecting signs of age and careful handling over the decades. These marks are consistent with a lower-end VG+ grading.
Inner Sleeve:
Original period inner sleeve included.
Vinyl (VG+):
A nicely preserved record with an attractive glossy appearance. There is one small, light surface mark on Side 1, together with minor signs of previous handling and play. Nothing particularly concerning visually, grading a solid VG+ overall.
Labels:
Original TRACK labels displaying some light spindle marks around the centre holes, consistent with previous use.
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Details
* UK stereo first pressing, April 1968
* TRACK RECORD label, catalogue 613004
* Original front-laminated picture sleeve
* Original inner sleeve included
* 12-track compilation
Seller's Story
The Vinyl Atelier is run by Lars & Mees, two passionate record collectors from the Netherlands. We carefully source collectible vinyl, with a focus on rare pressings, iconic artists and special editions. Every record is personally inspected, graded and photographed, with honest descriptions and careful packaging. Our goal is simple: offering great records to collectors worldwide with the quality and service we would expect ourselves.
Translated by Google TranslateA desirable original UK stereo first pressing of Smash Hits by The Jimi Hendrix Experience, issued on the legendary TRACK RECORD label (613004) in April 1968.
Released less than a year after the groundbreaking Are You Experienced, this was the first official Hendrix compilation, capturing the band at the height of their extraordinary early success. The album assembles twelve electrifying recordings that showcase some of the most influential tracks in psychedelic rock history—Purple Haze, Hey Joe, The Wind Cries Mary, Fire and Foxy Lady—alongside fascinating early single releases such as Stone Free, 51st Anniversary, Highway Chile and the wonderfully psychedelic The Stars That Play with Laughing Sam's Dice. Together, they document Hendrix's astonishing guitar innovation, Noel Redding's driving bass and Mitch Mitchell's explosive drumming during this transformative period.
Founded by Kit Lambert and Chris Stamp, TRACK RECORD was also home to The Who and played an important role in bringing Hendrix's revolutionary music to British audiences. This original British stereo pressing features its own distinctive track selection, preserving several early single recordings that distinguish it from the later 1969 American edition and make this version particularly interesting to collectors. The record is presented in its original front-laminated picture sleeve, complete with the original inner sleeve—a combination that adds considerably to its appeal as a collectible 1960s edition.
⸻
Sleeve (VG+):
The original laminated picture sleeve displays some noticeable lamination creasing to the front and areas of staining on the reverse, reflecting signs of age and careful handling over the decades. These marks are consistent with a lower-end VG+ grading.
Inner Sleeve:
Original period inner sleeve included.
Vinyl (VG+):
A nicely preserved record with an attractive glossy appearance. There is one small, light surface mark on Side 1, together with minor signs of previous handling and play. Nothing particularly concerning visually, grading a solid VG+ overall.
Labels:
Original TRACK labels displaying some light spindle marks around the centre holes, consistent with previous use.
⸻
Details
* UK stereo first pressing, April 1968
* TRACK RECORD label, catalogue 613004
* Original front-laminated picture sleeve
* Original inner sleeve included
* 12-track compilation
Seller's Story
The Vinyl Atelier is run by Lars & Mees, two passionate record collectors from the Netherlands. We carefully source collectible vinyl, with a focus on rare pressings, iconic artists and special editions. Every record is personally inspected, graded and photographed, with honest descriptions and careful packaging. Our goal is simple: offering great records to collectors worldwide with the quality and service we would expect ourselves.
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Era
1900-2000
Artist/band (max 3)
Jimi Hendrix
Record title
Smash Hits (UK) – Iconic 1968 TRACK Stereo 1st Press! Original Inner Sleeve & Laminated Cover
Number of objects
1
Release country
United Kingdom
Release year (oldest)
1968
Case/sleeve condition
Very Good Plus (VG+)
Pressing
1st Pressing
Media condition
Very Good Plus (VG+)
Genre
Rock
Includes
Original inner sleeve
Record label
Track
Record label number
613004
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