Sample Image6 photosWith obi (damages) and insert (stains). Sleeve has slightly damages.
Available Pressings
Vinyl, LP x1VirginV20011973UK+ Inner Sleevefrom$14.00
Sample Image5 photosTracklist
- A. Tubular Bells (Side One)
- B. Tubular Bells (Side Two)
Notes
Roger Dean black and white labels.
Recorded at: The Manor / Autumn 1972 Spring 1973
℗ Virgin Records, 130 Notting Hill Gate, London, W.11.
Fully laminated sleeve with pinched spine. Printed in England by Robor Limited.
Distributed by Island and E.M.I.
This is claimed to be the first pressing, prior to the black & white label EMI pressings, and pressed by Lyntone. The EMI pressings have the characteristic EMI stamped matrix run-outs e.g. V 2001 A-2U, V 2001 B-3U; in this case the matrices are faintly hand etched.
Other editions with black and white labels:
Tracks are listed as SIDE 1 and SIDE 2 on the cover, followed by the relevant instruments and guest musician lists. On this version the tracks are simply credited as Side One and Side Two on the labels.
Additional Notes
Barcode and Other Identifiers
- Matrix / Runout: V-2001-A (Runout, A-side, etched)
- Matrix / Runout: V-2001-B (Runout, B-side, etched)
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Vinyl, LP x1VirginVR 13-1051973US+ Inner Sleevefrom$9.00
Sample Image8 photosTracklist
- A. Tubular Bells
- B. Tubular Bells
Notes
"MO" in label matrix denotes a Monarch Record Mfg. Co. pressing.
Alternate pressings from Monarch Record Mfg. Co. can be found at Tubular Bells and Tubular Bells
Recorded at: The Manor/Autumn 1972 Spring 1973.
℗ Virgin Records, 130 Notting Hill Gate, London, W.11.
Distributed by Island and E.M.I.
Runouts are etched except for the stamped logo for Monarch Record Mfg. Co. which is MR within a circle.
Additional Notes
Barcode and Other Identifiers
- Matrix / Runout: ST-VR-732929-MO (A Side Label)
- Matrix / Runout: ST-VR-732930-MO (B Side Label)
- Matrix / Runout: ST-VR-732929BB-REPL AtGp ∆18273(4) PR (A Side Runout, variants 1 & 2)
- Matrix / Runout: ST-VR-732930-AA ATGp ∆18273-X (1) PR 1+ (B Side Runout, etched (Var. 1))
- Matrix / Runout: ST-VR-732930-AA ATGp ∆18273-X (3) PR (B Side Runout, etched (Var. 2))
- Matrix / Runout: [Encircled 'MR' logo] (Both Sides Runouts Var 1 & 2)
- Matrix / Runout: ST-VR-732929BB-REPL AtGp (MR) ∆18273(4) PR (Side A runout variant 3)
- Matrix / Runout: ST-VR-732930-BB-REPL AtGp (MR) ∆18273-X(4) PR (Side B runout variant 3)
- Rights Society: ASCAP
- Pressing Plant ID: [Encircled 'MR' logo] (Stamped)
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Vinyl, LP x1VirginYQ-7005-VR1974Japan+ OBI, + Insertfrom$15.00
Sample Image6 photosTracklist
- A. Tubular Bells = チューブラー・ベルズ
- B. Tubular Bells = チューブラー・ベルズ
Notes
Semi-gloss cover with purple and white texted black obi. There is a 2-page insert with both Japanese and English track title and Japanese liner notes. Side B track duration incorrectly states 23:00 on insert, but correctly states 23:50 on label. ℗&©1973 Virgin Records Ltd. Recorded at The Manor, Autumn 1972 - Spring 1973 Runouts stamped
Additional Notes
Barcode and Other Identifiers
- Price Code: ¥2,300 (List price on obi and back cover)
- Other: 〄 (Japanese Industrial Standard symbol in runouts)
- Matrix / Runout: VR-358-1 (Side A label)
- Matrix / Runout: VR-358-2 (Side B label)
- Matrix / Runout: V R-358-1 〄 2 A 2 Ⓐ (Variant 1, side A runout)
- Matrix / Runout: V R-358-2 〄 2 A 2 Ⓐ (Variant 1, side B runout)
- Matrix / Runout: V R-358-1 Ⓑ 2 B 9 Ⓐ 〄 (Variant 2, side A runout)
- Matrix / Runout: V R-358-2 Ⓑ 2 B 17 Ⓐ 〄 (Variant 2, side B runout)
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Vinyl, LP x1VirginARV20011974Japan+ OBI, + Insert, + Inner Sleevefrom$114.00
Sample Image6 photosTracklist
- A. Tubular Bells (Side 1)
- B. Tubular Bells (Side 2)
Notes
Japan First Issue Direct import Jacket and Disc from UK Insert And Japanese Linernotes is made in Japan Original UK release, black and white labels.
Additional Notes
Barcode and Other Identifiers
- Matrix / Runout: V 2001 A-2U (Runout, A-side, stamped)
- Matrix / Runout: V 2001 B-3U (Runout, B-side, stamped)
- Matrix / Runout: V 2001 B-2U (Early pressing)
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Vinyl, LP x1VirginV20011974Japan+ Insertfrom$18.00
Sample Image5 photosTracklist
- A. Tubular Bells (Side One)
- B. Tubular Bells (Side Two)
Notes
Comes with obi, "By Air Mail" insert, and "Made In England" hype sticker on front. Direct import sleeve and vinyl from UK. Actually the 2nd UK pressing, with colour labels and no copyright statement at the bottom of the label. Recorded at: The Manor / Autumn 1972 Spring 1973. "In Glorious Stereophonic Sound. Can also be played on mono-equipment at a pinch." "This stereo record cannot be played on old tin boxes no matter what they are fitted with. If you are in possession of such equipment please hand it to the nearest police station." ℗ 1973 Virgin Records. Distributed by Island and E.M.I. Address: 130 Notting Hill Gate, London, W.11 Tracks are listed as SIDE 1 and SIDE 2 on the cover, followed by the relevant instruments and guest musician lists. On this version the tracks are simply credited as Side One and Side Two on the labels.
Additional Notes
Barcode and Other Identifiers
- Matrix / Runout: V 2001 A 2 M (Runout Side A)
- Matrix / Runout: V 2001-B6 (Runout Side B)
- Other: ¥ 2,400 (Price)
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Vinyl, LP x1Virgin4YX-90261975Japan+ Insertfrom$459.00
Sample Image9 photosTracklist
- A. Tubular Bells (Part One)
- B. Tubular Bells (Part Two)
Notes
Quadraphonic in UD-4 format. Hooked OBI strip. Liner notes in Japanese and UD4 brochure.
Additional Notes
Barcode and Other Identifiers
- Matrix / Runout: 4YX_9026A 3A2 B(circled) (Side One)
- Matrix / Runout: 4YX_9026B 4A2 B(circled) (Side Two)
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Vinyl, LP x1VirginV20011977Guatemalafrom$1,076.00
Sample Image4 photosTracklist
- A. Tubular Bells (Side One)
- B. Tubular Bells (Side Two)
Notes
Green pantone label with yellow twin virgins logo. Tracks are listed as SIDE 1 and SIDE 2 on the cover, followed by the relevant instruments and guest musician lists. On this version the tracks are just: TUBULAR BELLS on both labels.
Additional Notes
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Vinyl, LP x1VirginVIP-69011978Japan+ OBI, + Insertfrom$17.00
Sample ImageTracklist
- A. Tubular Bells (Part 1)
- B. Tubular Bells (Part 2)
Notes
Recorded at The Manor, Autumn 1972 - Spring 1973 VICTOR MUSICAL INDUSTRIES, INC. ℗'78
Additional Notes
Barcode and Other Identifiers
- Matrix / Runout: 〄Ⓑ V 2001A 111 ⊹⊹⊹ B (A Side, Stamped)
- Matrix / Runout: V 2001B 121 ⊹ (B Side, Stamped)
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Vinyl, LP x1VirginVIP-41461982Japan+ OBI, + Insertfrom$14.00
Sample Image6 photosTracklist
- A. Tubular Bells (Part 1)
- B. Tubular Bells (Part 2)
Notes
℗&©1973 Virgin Records Ltd. Made in Japan by Victor Musical Industries, Inc. Recorded at The Manor, Autumn 1972 - Spring 1973
Additional Notes
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Vinyl, LP x1Virgin25VB-10661986Japan+ OBI, + Insertfrom$33.00
Sample Image2 photosTracklist
- A. Tubular Bells (Side 1)
- B. Tubular Bells (Side 2)
Notes
Japanese reissue on Virgin green (side1) / red (side 2) label. Recorded at: The Manor/Autumn 1972 Spring 1973. "This stereo record cannot be played on old tin boxes no matter what they are fitted with. If you are in possession of such equipment please hand it to the nearest police station." Tracks are listed as SIDE 1 and SIDE 2 on the cover, followed by the relevant instruments and guest musician lists. On this version the tracks are simply credited as Tubular Bells on both labels.
Additional Notes
Barcode and Other Identifiers
- Matrix / Runout: V 2001A 1S3 (Runout, A-side, stamped)
- Matrix / Runout: V 2001B 1S3 (Runout, B-side, stamped)
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Vinyl, LP x1Virgin90589-1USfrom$13.00
Sample Image6 photosTracklist
- 1. Tubular Bells (Part One)
- 2. Tubular Bells (Part Two)
Notes
Recording at The Manor, Autumn 1972 / Spring 1973. Black labels with blue logos and copyright, and silver print release information. Tracks are listed as SIDE 1 and SIDE 2 on the cover, followed by the relevant instruments and guest musician lists. On this version the tracks are credited as Part One 1. Tubular Bells and Part Two 1. Tubular Bells on the labels. Late 1980s reissue, per label and rim text. Virgin Records America Inc only established on 7/21/1986.
Additional Notes
Barcode and Other Identifiers
- Barcode: 075679058911
- Matrix / Runout: [SRC Logo] (Stamped) ST-VR-876323-A (Etched) [Artisan Logo] (Stamped) I-I (Etched) (Runout Side A)
- Matrix / Runout: [SRC Logo] (Stamped) ST-VR-876324-A (Etched) [Artisan Logo] (Stamped) I-I (Etched) (Runout Side B)
- Other: ST-VR-876323-SP (Label A)
- Other: ST-VR-876324-SP (Label B)
- Pressing Plant ID: E A S T (Embossed) (Centre Label Side B)
- Pressing Plant ID: SP (Labels matrix)
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Vinyl, LP x1VirginV 2001, V2001UK+ Inner Sleevefrom$5.00
Sample Image4 photosTracklist
- A. Tubular Bells (Part One)
- B. Tubular Bells (Part Two)
Notes
Appears to be identical to Tubular Bells accept all text on label is smaller and there is no 'twins' logo on label.
Printed in England by Robor Ltd
Additional Notes
Barcode and Other Identifiers
- Matrix / Runout: V 2001 A-26U-1 -1 -x1
- Matrix / Runout: V - 2001 B-2U1 -2 -18
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