The Temptations Anthology 3LP 1973 US Motown M782A3 EX Vinyl Booklet

he Temptations – Anthology: 10th Anniversary Special

Original 1973 US Motown three-record anthology, catalogue M 782A3, collecting major recordings from The Temptations’ first decade.

This is the original-year RCA Hollywood pressing, identified by the 03B matrix and separate stamped H in the runout.

Highlights include:

• The Way You Do the Things You Do
• My Girl
• Ain’t Too Proud to Beg
• Get Ready
• I Wish It Would Rain
• Cloud Nine
• Psychedelic Shack
• Ball of Confusion
• Just My Imagination
• Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone

The three records use the original auto-coupled sequence designed for automatic record changers:

• Record 1: Sides 1 and 6
• Record 2: Sides 2 and 5
• Record 3: Sides 3 and 4

This arrangement is original and deliberate, not a mismatched set.

Condition

All three records have been carefully cleaned and fully play-tested. The vinyl is exceptionally clean and glossy, visually presenting EX to NM- with very few signs of handling. All six sides play smoothly and cleanly with no notable crackle, pops, skips or distortion.

The records show very slight dish or edge movement while rotating, comparable to minor pressing variation sometimes seen even on unplayed vinyl. This does not affect tracking or playback.

The fold-out sleeve remains clean, complete and structurally sound, with strong colour and a particularly well-preserved illustrated interior. There is a prominent broad bend/crease across the front panel, with lighter pressure marks continuing through parts of the internal cardboard pockets. This is cosmetic and does not affect the records.

The original illustrated 10th Anniversary booklet is included and presents in excellent condition. Original inner sleeves are also included.

Photos show the actual set for sale and form part of the condition description.

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