Promo Pressings

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.

Thanks, Justlisten & Abstac7. I kinda had that feeling! Happy Tunes!

Promo pressings are usually the best recordings. I had worked in the recording industry for 25 yrs.

No question the first promo copies are the best sound of all. Most of the time these are mint condition when found.

i collect promo pressings, among others, for reasons already noted. the more recent promos are pressed with "quiex" labels. the ones i treasure most are those with interviews between tracks. the very best "graceland" version i own was originally produced as a radio promo for the album, with narratives by paul simon between each cut (it's a 2-lp set). -kelly