Ballads – John Coltrane (Mono)

Format: Vinyl
Pressing: Mono
Genre: Jazz / Modal Jazz / Classic Jazz

Description:
A timeless and deeply expressive release, John Coltrane – Ballads presents the legendary saxophonist at his most tender and melodic. Recorded with the classic Coltrane Quartet, the album features beautifully restrained interpretations of romantic standards, delivered with tone, nuance and emotional weight that only Coltrane could achieve.

The mono pressing is especially prized by jazz collectors for its warm, intimate soundstage, giving the quartet a rich, centred presence ideal for this style of performance. Featuring standout versions of “Nancy,” “What’s New,” and “It’s Easy to Remember,” Ballads remains an essential piece of any jazz library.

This copy has been carefully inspected and graded to ensure clean, reliable playback — a premium addition for fans of Coltrane, classic jazz and mono-era recordings.

Key Notes:

• Iconic Coltrane Quartet recording

• Highly sought-after Mono pressing

• Warm, intimate sound perfect for ballad interpretations

Delve into the timeless saxophone solos and modal jazz mastery of John Coltrane with the 'Ballads' LP, a revered piece from the jazz legend's discography. Released in 1963, this Australian first pressing on black vinyl is a treasure for audiophiles and music collectors alike. It's presented in its original cardboard sleeve, reflecting the era's authentic aesthetic.

"Ballads" showcases Coltrane's hard bop style, an essential addition to any jazz vinyl collection. The record and sleeve are both graded as Very Good Plus (VG+), ensuring a quality listening experience. With its mono audio channels, this piece captures the raw, immersive sound that Coltrane intended, far from the sterile fidelity of modern recordings.

MINT - sealed

NM - likely never played - almost perfect

VG+ - light scuffs, light scratches wont effect play

VG -  signs of wear, light scratches you can feel

GOOD -  surface noise, visible groove wear

POOR / FAIR- some damage, causing issues like skipping & distorted audio

OIS - original inner sleeve