Barbra Streisand Early Audition Acetate – Columbia Studios Reference – Rare
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Apr 13, 2025 Sold Date
Apr 6, 2025 Start Date
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Description

Up for auction is a rare, original Columbia Studios acetate featuring an early audition recording by Barbra Streisand, likely from the very beginning of her legendary career. This is a 10-inch, 33⅓ RPM studio reference pressing produced exclusively for internal use at Columbia Records.

Tracks:

Side A: You’ll Never Know

Side B: I’ve Got No Strings


Format: Acetate (Studio Reference Copy)

Size: 10-inch

Speed: 33 1/3 RPM

Label: Columbia Studios

Condition: Near Mint (NM or M-) — Extremely clean surface and labels.

About This Record:

This one-of-a-kind acetate captures Barbra Streisand in what may be one of her earliest known studio performances. Acetates were never commercially released—they were typically pressed in quantities of one or two, meant for review by producers, engineers, or label executives.


“You’ll Never Know” showcases her emerging vocal power and precision, while “I’ve Got No Strings” (from Pinocchio) adds a playful charm and reflects her early stylistic range.

Why This Record Matters:

Historically significant early Barbra Streisand recording

Acetates are unique, one-off pressings—this could be the only one in existence

A rare chance to hear Streisand before the world knew her name

This is an extraordinary collector’s piece for fans of Streisand, vinyl rarities, or American pop vocal history. Don’t miss your chance to own a true piece of music history.



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