Gioachino Rossini - Overtures (Conducted by Herbert von Karajan / Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra) - Original UK First Pressing 12" Vinyl LP (Deutsche Grammophon, 1971)

Experience the thrilling, symphonic grandeur of Italy's greatest operatic overtures, masterfully conducted by Maestro Herbert von Karajan on this beautifully preserved 1971 UK first pressing

• Audiophile-Grade Sound Fidelity: Historic UK stereo first pressing featuring the legendary deep, clear acoustic soundstages engineered by the expert Deutsche Grammophon production team.
• Prestigious Historical Pairing: Captures the ultimate peak-era chemistry between the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra and Conductor Herbert von Karajan at the height of their technical prowess.
• Exhaustive Classical Document: Packed with extensive historical context text printed across the back cover in German, English, and French alongside true DDD-level tracking dynamics

• Artist: Gioachino Rossini (Performed by the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, Conducted by Herbert von Karajan)
• Album Title: Overtures (Ouvertüren)
• Format: 1 x Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
• Release Year: 1971
• Country: United Kingdom (Printed by MacNeill Press Ltd.)
• Record Label: Deutsche Grammophon
• Marketed By: Polydor Records
• Catalog Number: 2530 144 / 2530144
• Barcode: None (Pre-barcode era release)
• Media Condition Status: Pre-owned / Very Good Plus (VG+)

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• Vinyl Disc: Beautifully preserved heavy black vinyl face displaying an exceptionally clean, high-gloss original wax sheen. Sound channels retain excellent acoustic definition with only micro-grade superficial sleeve removal hairlines away from critical play lanes that do not affect playback. The distinctive bright yellow Deutsche Grammophon "Gyrophon" center label is pristine, vibrant, and entirely free from spindle scuffs or text wear. 
• Picture Sleeve: Original structural matte card cover remains highly flat, rigid, and solid. Front portrait face highlighting Karajan in motion and the comprehensive rear text columns maintain deep, non-faded details and rich colors. Displays only minor thumbnail lines near the entry opening edge consistent with careful historic collection shelving. Completely free from side seam splits or spine fractures