Jimi Hendrix – Band of Gypsys (1970)
$54.99
Original 1970 U.S. Jacksonville pressing of Jimi Hendrix’s Band of Gypsys, featuring STERLING RL mastering by Robert Ludwig. VG++ vinyl, fully play tested with excellent sound, VG+ outer cover and VG++ gatefold interior. Includes the landmark live performance of “Machine Gun,” featuring Buddy Miles and Billy Cox.
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Description
Jimi Hendrix Band of Gypsys vinyl from 1970 captures one of the most remarkable live performances of Hendrix’s career, featuring Buddy Miles on drums and vocals and Billy Cox on bass.
Recorded at the Fillmore East in New York during the 1969–70 New Year’s Eve concerts, Band of Gypsys showcases a different side of Hendrix, combining explosive guitar work with blues, rock, funk and extended improvisation.
The album includes the extraordinary “Machine Gun,” along with “Who Knows,” “Changes,” “Power To Love,” “Message Of Love” and “We Gotta Live Together.”
ORIGINAL 1970 U.S. PRESSING
This copy is the original U.S. Jacksonville pressing on Capitol Records, catalog STAO-472, featuring green Capitol labels with the registered ® logo.
Both sides carry STERLING RL mastering marks identifying Robert Ludwig’s mastering work.
The original gatefold jacket includes the distinctive Hendrix cover artwork and live concert photography.
CONDITION
Vinyl: VG++ — Fully play tested, with excellent sound and some surface noise during quieter passages.
Outer Cover: VG+ — Visible shelf, surface and edge wear consistent with its age.
Gatefold Interior: VG++ — Very presentable, with strong color and attractive concert photography.
Inner Sleeve: Generic VG+ replacement.
MATRIX / RUNOUT
Side 1: STAO-1-472-A Z10 STERLING RL 0
Side 2: STAO-2-472-B Z8 STERLING RL 0
Personally owned since the album’s original release in 1970, this is an excellent-sounding copy of an essential Hendrix live recording.
The photographs show the actual record and jacket offered by JAS Limited.
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