Original test pressing of Pierce Arrow's self-titled 1977 debut album. Measuring approximately 12" x 12". In very good condition, with scattered wear throughout, including staining, ring wear, and light edge wear. Plain white cover bears a printed "DEMONSTRATION Not For Sale" label affixed to the upper right corner and catalog number BL 34805. Produced in extremely limited quantities for internal review and quality control prior to commercial release, original test pressings are among the scarcest and most desirable formats for serious vinyl collectors, offering a direct connection to the album's production process. Provenance: From the personal collection of music industry executive Chip Rachlin.

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Rare original Apple Records Sterling Sound "Master Reference" album for The Concert for Bangladesh, produced by Phil Spector. This original studio Master Reference includes the matching reference record featuring Bob Dylan's performances of "A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall," "It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry," "Blowin' in the Wind," "Mr. Tambourine Man," and "Just Like a Woman" on Side Five, with George Harrison's "Something" and "Bangla Desh" on Side Six. The plain white reference sleeve retains its original Sterling Sound "Master Reference" label, handwritten track listings, and production notations, including "This side on tape in control room," identifying it as a working studio reference used during the mastering process. Measuring approximately 12" x 12". In very good condition, with scattered wear, staining, and wear to the corners and edges. Organized by George Harrison and Ravi Shankar, The Concert for Bangladesh was held at Madison Square Garden on August 1, 1971, and is widely regarded as the first major all-star benefit concert in rock history. Featuring performances by George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Ringo Starr, Eric Clapton, Billy Preston, Leon Russell, and others, the landmark event raised awareness and funds for the Bangladesh humanitarian crisis while establishing the blueprint for future large-scale charity concerts. Produced in extremely limited quantities for use during the mastering and quality control process, Sterling Sound Master Reference albums were never intended for commercial release. Complete examples retaining both the original reference sleeve and matching Master Reference record are seldom encountered. The original handwritten track listings and studio production notations preserved on this example provide a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse into the creation of one of the most historically significant live albums of the rock era. Provenance: From the personal collection of music industry executive Chip Rachlin.