Judas Priest – Painkiller (LP, Album, Carrollton Pressing, 1990, Columbia C 46891)

Why This Record Matters
Painkiller is widely regarded as one of the greatest heavy metal albums ever recorded and represents Judas Priest at their most aggressive and technically accomplished. Featuring the title track, "Night Crawler," "A Touch Of Evil," and "Between The Hammer & The Anvil," the album revitalized the band's sound and became a benchmark for modern heavy metal. Original vinyl pressings remain among the most sought-after releases in the Judas Priest catalog.

Collector Note
1990 US Carrollton pressing on Columbia, catalog number C 46891. Matrix/runout inscriptions AL46891-1A and BL46891-1A with VLADO mastering marks confirm an early US pressing mastered by Vlado Meller. Includes the original inner sleeve. With more than 1,200 collectors seeking copies and relatively limited original US vinyl availability, authentic first-era pressings remain highly collectible.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
Media: VG with visible wear consistent with careful use, retaining strong playability and overall presentation
Sleeve: VG+ with light shelf and edge wear, includes original inner sleeve

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Carrollton Pressing
Label: Columbia – C 46891
Country: US
Released: 1990
Genre: Rock
Style: Heavy Metal

Matrix / Runout
Side A: AL46891-1A D G1 (A) A8 VLADO
Side B: BL46891-1A D G1 (A) B2 VLADO

Tracklist
Side A
Painkiller 6:05
Hell Patrol 3:37
All Guns Blazing 3:56
Leather Rebel 3:34
Metal Meltdown 4:48

Side B
Night Crawler 5:45
Between The Hammer & The Anvil 4:49
A Touch Of Evil 5:43
Battle Hymn 0:57
One Shot At Glory 6:47

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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