The Rolling Stones ‎– Between The Buttons (promo. not for sale) The Japan Promo pressing of The Rolling Stones – Between the Buttons (1967), catalog number SLC 173, is a highly collectible and significant release, particularly for fans and vinyl enthusiasts Background to the album Released in 1967, Between the Buttons marked a shift in the Rolling Stones' sound as they moved further away from their blues roots and experimented with a more psychedelic, pop-orientated sound. The album is often seen as a bridge between their earlier R&B-orientated work and the experimental psychedelia of Their Satanic Majesties Request later that year. Japan promo pressing (SLC 173) Japanese pressings from this period are known for their exceptional sound quality and unique presentation. Promos from Japan are particularly valuable because they were produced in very limited quantities, often for radio stations or industry insiders. Cover artwork: The iconic cover photo, taken by Gered Mankowitz, features a dreamy, slightly blurred image of the band. The Japanese promo often had additional promotional markings or Japanese lyrics/obi strips to identify them. Obi strips: Many Japanese promo pressings include a rare obi strip (a paper band with Japanese text wrapped around the album cover), which is an important factor in collector value. Inserts: Japanese releases usually contain lyric sheets or inserts with translations into Japanese and English lyrics. Labels and markings: Catalogue number: SLC 173 is specific to this release and differs from standard pressings in other regions. The label may say ‘Sample’ or ‘Not For Sale’ in Japanese to indicate its promotional nature. Sound quality: Japanese pressings are often mastered with greater precision and pressed on higher quality vinyl than their Western counterparts, resulting in a cleaner sound. Tracklist: A1 Yesterday's Papers A2 My Obsession A3 Back Street Girl A4 Connection A5 She Smiled Sweetly A6 Cool, Calm & Collected B1 All Sold Out B2 Please Go Home B3 Who's Been Sleeping Here? B4 Complicated B5 Miss Amanda Jones B6 Something Happened To Me Yesterday On White Label: 非売品 = Not For Sale 見本盤 = Sample Board Why Buy Promo? Rarity and Collectible Value: Since promo versions are produced in limited quantities and are often not intended for the general public, they often become coveted collector's items. Collectors value these versions for their exclusivity and historical value. Condition: LP / Near Mint (wonderful) OBI /VG+ (wrinkles, a micro cut 0,5 cm down on the spine, Backside NM) Cover / Front and in the Gatefold NM ( wonderful) back a little damage down VG+ , see pictures) Booklet / NM (a little bit yellow on top, hard to see) Insert / Excellent Please understand that there are individual differences in perception ★★★ A Extrem Hard To Find Promotional Only Japan "Treasure For Any Collector ★★★ ★★★ For every rare single & LP I add a new inner sleeve with acid-free plastic so that you can enjoy the singles & LPs for a long time ★★★ You will receive all of your valuable auctions in a special LP box so that nothing can happen to your LP during transport (see pictures) ★★★ Each LP/Single is washed again with a special record washing machine (see picture) before it is sent (this machine is of course not included in the scope of delivery) ★★★ Please note the shipping costs (Portugal Only UPS-Express) ★★★ Every week we have many interesting Collector LPs/CD´s...Memorabilia’s ...on offer, just go to the following button and you will see all our offers An offer exclusive from the seller : BLACKGOLD-MEMORABILIA Thank´s for your interest. Check out our other rare items in current and future Auctions at Catawiki #ExclusiveMusic