Led Zeppelin – IV Zoso / Four Symbols 1971 U.S. Pressing Vinyl P/PD Mastering

$

35

Description

Led Zeppelin – IV (Zoso / Four Symbols) – 1971 U.S. Pressing

PORKY / PECKO DUCK Mastering • GP Cut • PR Press • OG Inner Sleeve

Label: Atlantic SD 7208

Format: 12” Vinyl LP, Gatefold, Stereo

Country: USA

Year: 1971

Notes

• Early U.S. Presswell pressing

• Famous Porky / Pecko Duck etchings

• GP cut for superior audio quality

• Includes original printed inner lyric sleeve

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This early U.S. Presswell pressing featuring the Porky/Pecko Duck etchings and GP mastering is considered one of the best-sounding domestic versions of Led Zeppelin IV. The combination of George Peckham’s cutting style and George Piros’ mastering signature is prized for its clarity, punch, and wider soundstage, especially on tracks like “Black Dog,” “Stairway to Heaven,” and “When the Levee Breaks.” Copies with matching runouts and clean playback continue to rise in collector demand.

Condition

• Vinyl: VG - light scratching on both sides. See photo of chip on outer vinyl not effecting play.

• Cover (Gatefold): VG+ (light shelf wear, no major damage, spine solid)

• Inner Sleeve: Original lyric sleeve included (minor wear)

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Tracklist

Side One

1. Black Dog

2. Rock and Roll

3. The Battle of Evermore

4. Stairway to Heaven

Side Two

1. Misty Mountain Hop

2. Four Sticks

3. Going to California

4. When the Levee Breaks

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Highly Collectible Runouts (Verified)

• Side 1: ST-A-712285-E A7 / GP / PR / PORKY

• Side 2: ST-A-712286-F AT/GP / PR / PECKO DUCK

This is a sought-after early Presswell pressing featuring the legendary “Porky / Pecko Duck” inscriptions by mastering engineer George Peckham (Porky Prime Cut) along with the George Piros (GP) initials — a highly desirable mastering combo known for exceptional soundstage, punch, and clarity.

Collectors consider this one of the best-sounding U.S. versions of Led Zeppelin IV.

Record will ship in a reinforced mailer with the LP removed from the jacket to prevent seam splits, padded and protected.

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Grading: All vinyl and sleeve conditions are graded using the Goldmine Standard Grading System for consistency and accuracy.

PRICED ACCORDING TO CONDITION

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