RAINBOW Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow Vinyl Record LP Oyster 1975 UK 1st Press A1/B1 KENDUN

Rainbow - Richie Blackmore's Rainbow
(Original UK 1st Pressing with Oyster 'Shell' Label. Housed in Fully Laminated Gatefold Picture Sleeve. A-1U/B-1U Matrix)

Format: Vinyl Record - LP Album (33 rpm)
Country: UK
Year: 1975
Label: Oyster
Catalogue No. OYA 2001

Matrix / Runout (Side A, runout, stamped, etched): KENDUN-A OYA 2001 A-1U WASP 1 RA
Matrix / Runout (Side B, runout, stamped): KENDUN-B OYA 2001 B-1U 1 AR

Condition: VG+/EX (Sleeve is in clean condition. It has a small area of wear on the spine. The vinyl is in excellent clean condition. It has some light surface marks)

Track Listing:
1. Man On The Silver Mountain
2. Self Portrait
3. Black Sheep Of The Family
4. Catch The Rainbow
5. Snake Charmer
6. The Temple Of The King
7. If You Don't Like Rock 'N' Roll
8. Sixteen Century Greensleeves
9. Still I'm Sad

This original UK 1st pressing of Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow is a definitive piece of hard rock history, marking the legendary transition of the "Man in Black" from Deep Purple to his own virtuoso project. Released in 1975 on the sought-after Oyster label, this debut features the iconic "Shell" logo, identifying it as a true premier issue.
 

For the serious audiophile, the technical details are paramount. This copy features the highly coveted A-1U/B-1U matrix stamps, paired with the KENDUN mastering credits in the runout. This specific mastering is renowned for its superior dynamic range, providing a punchy, warm, and immersive listening experience that later reissues often fail to replicate. Whether it’s the thunderous "Man On The Silver Mountain" or the melodic "Catch The Rainbow," the KENDUN cut ensures Ronnie James Dio’s vocals and Blackmore’s Stratocaster tones are delivered with absolute clarity.
 

The record is housed in its original, fully laminated gatefold picture sleeve. Despite a minor area of wear on the spine, the laminate remains remarkably clean, preserving the vibrant artwork. The vinyl itself is in Excellent (EX) condition, displaying a high-gloss finish with only light surface marks that do not detract from the overall audio quality.
 

Whether you are a collector of rare 1970s rock vinyl or a Ritchie Blackmore completist, this OYA 2001 first press is an premium-grade addition to any collection. Secure this authentic slice of British rock heritage from Planet Earth Records today.