Promo Pressings


Are old vinyl "promo pressings" (for D.J. use) sonically superior than their commercial counterparts, or is the only difference the white label marked "Not for Sale"?
fatparrot

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Justlisten is correct. A promo pressing can be almost as good as a test pressing. It's the first one off the press. The company wants the ones played on the air to be perfect (or close)--so the DJs and radio stations get these first ones. I have always tried to purchase promos when I get a chance, particularly when it's slightly obscure--because it probably didn't get much air play and is close to mint condition.