Metallica Kill 'Em All 1990 DMM Mastering Elektra 60766-1 Rare in Shrink and hype sticker

Metallica Kill 'Em All 1990 DMM Mastering Elektra 60766-1 Rare in Shrink and hype sticker
**1990 DMM Pressing GREY LABEL RARE**

Visually Graded:
Cover: Strong VG+
Inner Sleeve: VG (has some stains)
Record: Strong VG/VG+ (light hairline non feelable) 
Elektra 60766-1
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Metallica – Kill ’Em All (1990) — DMM Grey Label Pressing

Label: Elektra – 60766-1
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album • 1990 DMM (Direct Metal Mastering) Press
Variant: GREY LABEL — Rare
Condition: In shrink with original hype sticker — hard to find in this state

Why This Record Is Special

This is the 1990 Elektra DMM pressing of Kill ’Em All — one of the most sought-after non-’83 variants due to its Direct Metal Mastering, which delivers sharper transients, tighter bass response, and a louder, punchier overall sound compared to earlier mastering versions.

Even better, this copy retains the original shrinkwrap and hype sticker, making it significantly rarer for collectors. The grey Elektra labels used in this period were short-lived, adding to its desirability.

For Metallica collectors building full pressing variants, the 1990 DMM grey-label edition is a key piece.

Pressing Notes

This copy is the genuine 1990 Elektra reissue with:

• Catalog #: 60766-1

• Elektra GREY labels (rare transitional label style between red and black eras)

• DMM – Direct Metal Mastering etched into the runouts

• Heavy mid-period Elektra pressing quality

• Still in original shrink, preserving jacket vibrancy

• Original hype sticker promoting Kill ’Em All catalog rerelease

Sonically, DMM pressings of Kill ’Em All are known for clarity and precision — ideal for collectors who value fidelity without needing the prohibitively expensive Megaforce originals.

Album Highlights

Featuring Metallica’s foundational thrash anthems:

• “Seek & Destroy”

• “Hit the Lights”

• “Whiplash”

• “The Four Horsemen”

• “No Remorse”

A groundbreaking moment in metal history — the album that launched the band and reshaped the metal landscape.

Collector Value

This 1990 DMM grey-label pressing is a rare and highly collectible variant due to:

• Short production window

• Grey label rarity among Elektra pressings

• Increasing demand for high-quality DMM cuts

• Survival rate of shrink/hype-sticker copies being very low

Perfect for collectors of:

• Metallica pressing variations

• Thrash metal vinyl

• Audiophile DMM editions

• Rare Elektra label variants

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We conservatively grade our records.
Record grading:

• Mint (M): Absolutely perfect in every way, likely never played, and still sealed.

• Near Mint (NM or M-): Nearly perfect. The record shows no obvious signs of wear and looks as if it was just opened. No visible marks or scratches.

• Very Good Plus (VG+): Shows slight signs of use, such as light scuffs or very minor scratches, but plays without any major deterioration in sound quality.

• Very Good (VG): Noticeable wear with some surface noise, light scratches, or groove wear, but still plays through without skipping.

• Good/Good Plus (G/G+): The record plays but with significant surface noise, scratches, and wear. The cover may have visible damage or splits.

• Fair/Poor (F/P): The record may be damaged and is barely playable. Typically used only for highly collectible records.

Cover grading: 

• Mint (M): The cover is flawless, with no signs of wear. Often still sealed with no corner dings, creases, or ring wear.

• Near Mint (NM or M-): The cover looks almost new, with only the slightest signs of handling. There may be very minimal wear, but no significant flaws like writing, splits, or tears.

• Very Good Plus (VG+): The cover shows light wear, such as minor scuffing, small corner creases, or slight ring wear. No major damage, but a well-cared-for album with minor imperfections.

• Very Good (VG): Moderate wear is visible, including ring wear, light edge or corner damage, small seam splits, or slight discoloration. Still presentable but clearly used.

• Good/Good Plus (G/G+): The cover shows significant wear, such as noticeable ring wear, seam splits, heavy creasing, or writing. It may still hold together but looks heavily worn.

• Fair/Poor (F/P): The cover is heavily damaged, with major seam splits, tears, extensive writing, water damage, or severe ring wear. It may barely hold together or be incomplete.