New Edition of Beatles Records Price Guide Coming This Summer
498 Productions has announced the upcoming publication of the Sixth Edition of the Price Guide for the Beatles American Records by Perry Cox and Frank Daniels. The book is being edited by Bruce Spizer and will be in the same 9″ x 12″ size and color-throughout format as Bruce Spizer’s critically acclaimed books on the Beatles American records. It will be released this summer.
Mr. Cox indicated that the book is not be a mere update of prior editions, but rather an exciting new publication with thousands of new listings. Unlike prior guides, all formats for a particular title will be listed together. Thus, the listings under Abbey Road will include vinyl records, 4-track tapes, 8-track tapes, cassettes and compact discs, all in one place. The book will also have color images throughout. Each page of listings will have color images of some of the items described on the page. Most pages have four images, with some having more.
The 330-page book will be issued in three separate editions. The hardcover edition is priced at $50. The Slipcase Edition packages the hardcover book in an attractive slipcase. It is limited to 500 numbered copies signed by co-authors Perry Cox and Frank Daniels, as well as editor/publisher Bruce Spizer. It sells for $75. The Collector’s Edition packages the hardcover book in an attractive slipcase and comes with some extra goodies. It is limited to 200 numbered copies signed by co-authors Perry Cox and Frank Daniels, as well as editor/publisher Bruce Spizer. It is priced at $125. The Slipcase Edition and the Collector’s Edition will only be available through 498 Productions.
The first press run of the book will be limited to 5,000 total copies. Collectors and fans are encouraged to order early to avoid disappointment. 498 Productions will begin taking orders on the book on April 16, 2007. Orders may be placed through the website www.beatle.net
