The Beatles – Love Songs 2LP Vinyl 1977 Capitol Textured Cover Booklet NM/VG+

DEFINITIVE FAB FOUR ACOUSTIC & BALLAD RETROSPECTIVE: The Beatles – Love Songs (Original 1977 US Capitol 2LP First Pressing — Jacksonville Plant)

Immerse yourself in the softer side of the Fab Four with this pristine original 1977 US first pressing of The Beatles’ timeless double album compilation, Love Songs (Capitol Records – SKBL-11711).

Spanning the band's landmark recording era from 1962 through 1970, this 25-track collection brings together iconic acoustic masterworks, harmonies, and love ballads primarily produced by Sir George Martin (with "Across the Universe" produced by Phil Spector).

Pressed at Capitol Records' Jacksonville, Illinois pressing plant (identified by the stamped "0" in the runouts), this release features precision analog lacquers cut by mastering engineer Ken Perry (KP) at Capitol Mastering. Housed in its deluxe embossed, faux-leather textured gatefold sleeve, this complete set features custom brown-and-gold labels, original custom inner sleeves, and the integrated 26-page lyric booklet highlighted by Richard Avedon’s classic photography and calligraphy by Michael Manoogian.

The Technical & Pressing Profile

• Artist: The Beatles

• Title: Love Songs

• Label & Catalog Number: Capitol Records – SKBL-11711 (US Original First Pressing)

• Format: 2 x Vinyl, LP, Compilation, Stereo (Autochanger format: Sides 1/4 & 2/3)

• Release Date: October 21, 1977

• Pressing Plant: Capitol Records Pressing Plant, Jacksonville ("0" stamped in runouts)

• Mastering & Lacquer Cut: Ken Perry (KP) at Capitol Mastering

• Producers: George Martin, Phil Spector (Track D1)

• Genre / Style: Rock, Pop, Soft Rock, Pop Rock

• Artwork, Photography & Design: Photography by Richard Avedon; Calligraphy by Michael Manoogian; Art Direction by Ray Kohara; Design by Ken Anderson

• Packaging & Extras: Embossed leather-like textured gatefold jacket, custom brown/gold labels, custom printed inner sleeves, and complete 26-page lyric booklet

• Matrix / Runout (Labels):

  • Side 1: SKBL 1-11711

  • Side 2: SKBL 2-11711

  • Side 3: SKBL 3-11711

  • Side 4: SKBL 4-11711

Condition & Grading

Graded conservatively using standard Goldmine parameters:

• Record Condition: Near Mint (NM / M-)

  Both vinyl records retain radiant factory luster and play with whisper-quiet backgrounds. Ken Perry’s Capitol mastering delivers rich acoustic resonance, warm low-end warmth, and crisp, articulate vocal harmonies with zero inner-groove distortion.

• Sleeve Condition: Very Good Plus / Excellent (VG+ / E)

  The original embossed, leather-textured gatefold cover is clean, sturdy, and well-preserved with light edge wear, sharp corners, solid seams, and excellent spine text readability. The included 26-page lyric booklet is crisp and intact.

Why This 12" Single Belongs in Your Collection

Love Songs represents one of the most thoughtfully packaged and mastered retrospective releases in the entire Beatles discography. Combining Ken Perry’s analog mastering at Capitol with Richard Avedon’s striking visual portraits and the complete 26-page lyric booklet, this original 1977 Jacksonville first pressing offers a warm, high-fidelity listening journey that belongs in every serious vinyl collection.

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Bring home this essential 1977 Beatles double LP collection today and enjoy classic analog warmth on your turntable!