The Beatles – The Beatles 1982 Original Master Recording Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab – MFSL 2-072

The Beatles – The Beatles 1982 Original Master Recording Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab MFSL 2-072

Pre-owned
Visually Graded:
Cover: Strong VG++
Inner Sleeve: VG++
Record: VG++
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The Beatles – The Beatles (The White Album) (1982) | Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab | ORIGINAL MASTER RECORDING | MFSL 2-072 | Japan Press | 2LP

Collector Summary

Extremely desirable 1982 Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab (MFSL) pressing of The Beatles (better known as The White Album), issued as a deluxe 2LP Original Master Recording set. Catalog MFSL 2-072. Pressed in Japan by the esteemed Victor Company of Japan Ltd., this edition is prized for its exceptional soundstage, clarity, and audiophile half-speed mastering. A top-tier collectible for Beatles fans, audiophiles, and MoFi enthusiasts.

Key Features

• 1982 Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab pressing

• Pressed in Japan by Victor Company of Japan Ltd.

• Original Master Recording 2LP audiophile edition

• MFSL 2-072 (EMI-licensed)

• Half-Speed mastered from the original stereo master tapes

• Premium MoFi heavy-duty gatefold jacket

• Part of MFSL’s legendary Beatles Master Series

• One of the most sought-after analog reissues of The White Album

Description

This 1982 MFSL pressing of The Beatles (The White Album) is a standout within Mobile Fidelity’s famous Original Master Recording catalog. Known for its expansive soundstage, clean separation, and ultra-quiet vinyl surfaces, this Japanese-pressed 2LP edition is widely considered one of the most impressive high-fidelity presentations of this iconic album.

Pressed by Victor Company of Japan Ltd., these MFSL albums used proprietary high-definition vinyl and advanced plating techniques that made them favorites among audiophiles throughout the 80s and beyond. Combined with MoFi’s half-speed mastering and access to EMI’s original stereo master tapes, MFSL 2-072 delivers a transparent, highly dynamic, collector-grade listening experience.

The set features the signature silver-banner Original Master Recording design across the jacket, as well as Mobile Fidelity’s premium construction — making it a centerpiece in any serious Beatles or audiophile vinyl collection.

Pressing Identifiers (Authentic 1982 MFSL Japan Press – MFSL 2-072)

Includes official MFSL production specifications:

• Pressed in Japan by Victor Company of Japan Ltd.

• Half-Speed Production and Mastering by Original Masteringworks

• Specially plated and pressed on High Definition Vinyl

• Mastered with the Ortoon cutting system

• Source: The Original Stereo Master Tapes

• Special static-free, dust-free audiophile sleeves (MoFi rice paper)

• Heavy-duty MFSL gatefold jacket

• Manufactured and distributed by Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab, Inc.

• Distinct Silver “Original Master Recording” banner

• Catalog #: MFSL 2-072 (2LP set)

These features confirm the correct 1982 Japanese audiophile edition.

Great For

• Beatles collectors

• Audiophile vinyl listeners

• Fans of Mobile Fidelity (MFSL) pressings

• Japanese vinyl pressing collectors

• Anyone building a premium analog Beatles archive

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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.