Beatles Rubber Soul Mono T2442 Capitol Records Scranton 1st Press

$

25

Artist: The Beatles
Album: Rubber Soul
Country: United States
Label: Capitol Records
Catalog Number: T-2442
Format: Mono LP
Label Style: Capitol black label with rainbow color band
Release Period: Late 1965 – early 1966

Key identifying features visible:

“T-2442” (mono designation; stereo would be ST-2442)

Rainbow band Capitol label (pre-1969)

“Mfd. by Capitol Records, Inc., U.S.A.” text

Correct U.S. track listing (includes I’ve Just Seen a Face and It’s Only Love)

Front cover: U.S. Rubber Soul artwork

Back cover: Capitol/EMI logos, George Martin credit

This is a 1965/66 U.S. first-issue or very early pressing (not a later orange or purple label reissue).

Condition Assessment (from photos)
Vinyl

Visible light scuffs and hairlines

No obvious deep scratches

Labels clean, spindle wear minimal

Estimated vinyl grade: VG 

Jacket

Moderate edge and corner wear

Ring wear and surface rubbing present

Spine wear but still intact

Estimated jacket grade: VG
Matrix / Runout: T1-2442-F3 IAM

This indicates:

T1-2442 → Side 1, mono master for Rubber Soul

F3 → Later lacquer cut (still within original 1965–66 mono production run)

IAM → Capitol Scranton, Pennsylvania pressing plant (the “IAM” inside a triangle stamp)

Final Identification

Artist: The Beatles

Album: Rubber Soul

Year: 1965–1966

Country: USA

Label: Capitol Records

Catalog #: T-2442 (Mono)

Plant: Scranton, PA (IAM)

Pressing Type: Early U.S. mono pressing (not first lacquer, but period-correct)
Your Satisfaction is Our Priority

We are committed to ensuring that you have a pleasant shopping experience with us. If you encounter any issues with your order, please contact us via eBay message before leaving a 1 or 2-star rating, negative feedback, or opening a dispute. We understand how frustrating problems can be and will make every effort to resolve them promptly and fairly.

If you are satisfied with your purchase and our service, we would greatly appreciate your positive feedback and a 5-star detailed seller rating.

Important Note for New Buyers:
If you have a feedback score of “0,” please contact us before placing a bid or submitting an offer.

Fast Shipping:
Orders with payment received before 9:00 AM Eastern Time are usually shipped the same business day, when possible.

Thank you for your business!