STEELY DAN PRETZEL LOGIC UK 1ST PRESS PROBE SPBA 6282 A-1/B-1 EX/EX LP

	£		35
	$		46

STEELY DAN – PRETZEL LOGIC
1974 UK FIRST PRESSING ON PROBE – A-1 / B-1 – EX/EX

A superb original UK first pressing of Pretzel Logic — one of Steely Dan’s finest records, and  a genuinely collectible 1974 first UK issue in beautifully preserved condition, with excellent presentation, lovely clean labels, strong audio, and the all-important earliest A-1 / B-1 matrices.

This is exactly the sort of copy that stands out from the pack: honest, original, highly presentable, and far better than the average surviving example.

⭐ KEY PRESSING IDENTIFIER: UK FIRST PRESS ON PROBE WITH SPBA 6282 A-1 / B-1 MATRICES

PRESSING & IDENTIFIERS 💿

Artist: Steely Dan
Title: Pretzel Logic
Country: UK
Label: Probe
Catalogue Number: SPBA 6282
Format: Vinyl LP, Stereo, Gatefold
Year: 1974

Key identifiers:

• Original UK first pressing on Probe
• Correct beige Probe labels
• Earliest stamped matrices: SPBA 6282 A-1 / B-1
• Gatefold sleeve
• Rear sleeve shows 0C 064-95272
• Sleeve printed by Garrod & Lofthouse Ltd
• Includes period Probe company inner sleeve

CONDITION & PLAYBACK 🎵

Vinyl: EX
A very strong copy. Visually clean and clearly well cared for, with a lovely overall appearance on both sides. Playback is excellent throughout — in truth comfortably pushing beyond the stated grade, but listed conservatively as EX in keeping with the Maison Vinyl approach.

Sleeve: EX
Again, a notably strong example. The front cover presents beautifully, the rear is clean and sharp, and the gatefold inside image displays very well. Light age-related handling only. A highly presentable original sleeve and a copy that looks terrific in the hand.

Labels: EX
Clean beige Probe labels with strong print and tidy overall appearance.

Inner: VG+ to EX
Period Probe company inner included, with expected age wear but a very nice accompaniment to the record.

COLLECTORS NOTES 🏆

Pretzel Logic is one of those albums that always earns respect from serious record buyers: a landmark Steely Dan title, full of studio finesse, songwriting quality, and audiophile appeal. UK first pressings on Probe are increasingly appreciated when found in this kind of condition, and this copy has all the right ingredients — earliest matrices, correct label design, gatefold sleeve, and standout playback.

 This is a properly collectible original UK issue that has survived remarkably well.

💎 MAISON VINYL LISTING POLICY

Maison Vinyl specialises in collector-grade classic vinyl, rare pressings and audiophile editions.

Each record is ultrasonically cleaned using a HumminGuru, carefully inspected and fully play-tested on a Rega Planar 8 turntable fitted with an Apheta 3 cartridge.

Descriptions are written conservatively, highlighting even minor imperfections so buyers know exactly what they are purchasing.

All photographs show the exact item for sale.

VINYL GRADING

EX+        A superb copy with only minimal signs of handling or use.

EX           Light signs of play with excellent sound quality.

VG+       Very enjoyable with only minor marks and light background in places.

We do not list records below VG+ condition.

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🚚 PACKING AND SHIPPING

📀 Your collector piece will be professionally presented. The vinyl will be stored in a MoFi anti-static archival inner sleeve, with the outer sleeve protected in a high-density crystal-clear polypropylene cover. Records are carefully packed using proper LP mailers and protective padding to ensure safe arrival.

📦 UK orders ship via Royal Mail Tracked 48 or Royal Mail Special Delivery by 1pm, depending on the value of the record and the level of insurance required.

🌍 International buyers are welcome – shipping via Royal Mail International Tracked. Final shipping cost depends on destination.

🌍 Please note that import duties, taxes or customs charges may apply when the record arrives in your country. These charges are set by your local Customs Authority and payment is the responsibility of the buyer when the item arrives. I declare the true sale value on all customs forms and cannot mark items as “gift”.

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