The Rolling Stones – Emotional Rescue LP 1980 US 1st Press Monarch Sterling NM/VG

80s DANCE-ROCK MASTERPIECE: The Rolling Stones – Emotional Rescue (Original July 1980 US First Pressing — Sterling Sound / Monarch Pressing Plant)

Elevate your classic rock library with this authentic, Day-One July 1980 US first pressing of The Rolling Stones’ chart-topping studio album, Emotional Rescue (Rolling Stones Records – COC 16015).

Recorded between Paris and New York, the album builds on the dance-floor energy and reggae-infused grooves pioneered on Some Girls, delivering signature classics like the falsetto-driven title track, "She's So Cold," and "Dance (Pt. 1)".

Manufactured at the legendary Monarch Pressing Plant in Los Angeles, California (verified by the MO plant code and launch-week delta sequence Δ24776), this premier release features lacquers cut directly from the original master tapes at Sterling Sound in New York City. Known for deep groove carving, punchy low-end transients, and expansive stereo imaging, this Monarch first pressing delivers the ultimate analog listening experience.

The Technical & Pressing Profile

• Artist: The Rolling Stones

• Title: Emotional Rescue

• Label & Catalog Number: Rolling Stones Records – COC 16015 (US Original First Pressing)

• Format: 12" Vinyl LP, Album, Stereo, 33 ⅓ RPM

• Release Date: July 1980

• Country of Origin: United States

• Genre / Style: Rock, Classic Rock, Dance-Rock

• Pressing Plant: Monarch Pressing Plant, Los Angeles, California (Identified by MO and Δ24776)

• Mastering Studio: Sterling Sound, New York City (Machine-stamped STERLING)

• Mastering Lineage: Side A 3rd lacquer generation (C); Side B 5th lacquer generation (E)

• Matrix / Runout (Side A): STRS 804501 C MO Δ24776 (4) STERLING (Etched / Stamped)

• Matrix / Runout (Side B): STRS 804502 E MO Δ24776 (3) 1 STERLING MO 16015 (Etched / Stamped)

Condition & Grading

Graded conservatively using standard Goldmine parameters:

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

  The vinyl retains brilliant, like-new factory gloss and delivers clean, dead-quiet playback. Sterling Sound's hot lacquer mastering paired with Monarch's West Coast vinyl formulation ensures Charlie Watts’ snare snaps, Bill Wyman’s basslines, and Keith Richards’ rhythm riffs project with tight, three-dimensional presence and zero inner-groove distortion.

• Sleeve Condition: Very Good (VG)

  The original outer jacket remains structurally sound and solid, exhibiting standard, honest shelf and edge wear consistent with a well-stored vintage 1980 cover.

Why This 12" Single Belongs in Your Collection

West Coast Monarch pressings are revered among audiophiles for their heavy vinyl pucks, superior groove depth, and wide stereo separation. Sterling Sound mastered Emotional Rescue with massive dynamic punch to cut through high-end audio and club systems alike. Authenticated with the STERLING stamp and Δ24776 Monarch runout lineage, this Near Mint vinyl copy serves as the definitive high-fidelity player's edition for serious Rolling Stones collectors.

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Add this premier 1980 US Monarch pressing of The Rolling Stones' Emotional Rescue to your vinyl rotation today!