1. General information Artist: John Williams / The London Symphony Orchestra Album: Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back (The Original Soundtrack From The Motion Picture) Format: 8-Track Stereo Tape Cartridge Label: RSO Records Catalog Number: 8T-2-4201 Country: USA Year: 1980 2. Description This is a very rare, factory-sealed copy of the original motion picture soundtrack for Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, composed by the legendary John Williams. This specific release is the 8-track tape version released on the RSO label. The packaging explicitly states "Entire 2-Record Set," indicating this cartridge contains the full length of the double-LP release. The cover art features the iconic "Vader in space" imagery and includes the text "Special Full Color Booklet Offer Inside!" 3. Condition Media: Mint (M). The item is still factory sealed (Still Sealed / SS) and has never been played. Packaging: Near Mint (NM) / VG+. The outer cardboard slipcase is preserved beautifully under the original shrink wrap. The shrink wrap is intact with breath holes present. There is a vintage yellow retail price sticker ("Special $10.47") on the front top right corner of the shrink wrap. There is minor shelf wear consistent with the item's age (45+ years), but no tears or major dents are visible. 4. Notes for collectors This is an ORIGINAL 1980 US FIRST PRESSING. Finding an original 1980 Empire Strikes Back 8-track still in the factory shrink wrap is exceptionally difficult. This release was manufactured and marketed by RSO Records, Inc., which held the soundtrack rights at the time of the film's release (before they transferred to other labels in later years). This is a definitive collector's piece for Star Wars memorabilia archivists or sealed media collectors. 5. Matrix/labels Label: RSO (Red cow logo) Catalog ID: 8T-2-4201 Copyright: (C) (P) 1980 Lucasfilm Ltd. Distribution: Polygram Distribution, Inc.