The Beatles – Anthology 2 (2xCD, 1996, Capitol/Apple CDP 7243 8 34448 2 3)

Why This CD Matters
Anthology 2 dives into The Beatles’ mid-period evolution, featuring studio outtakes, alternate takes, and demos from the Help! through Sgt. Pepper era. It offers a deeper look at their creative process during one of the most innovative phases in popular music.

Collector Note
US 2CD set with both discs in Near Mint condition. Complete copies in clean condition remain desirable due to the enduring collector base, though the title is widely circulated. Strong listening and archival value.

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

Condition & Details
CDs: Near Mint with minimal to no visible wear
Case: VG with shelf wear
Booklet: VG+ with light handling wear

Technical Details
Format: 2 x CD, Album, Stereo, Mono
Label: Capitol Records, Apple Records
Catalog Number: CDP 7243 8 34448 2 3
Country: US
Year: 1996
Genre: Rock, Pop Rock

Matrix / Runout
Not fully verified

Tracklist
CD1
1-1. Real Love – 3:54
1-2. Yes It Is – 1:50
1-3. I'm Down – 2:53
1-4. You've Got To Hide Your Love Away – 2:44
1-5. If You've Got Trouble – 2:48
1-6. That Means A Lot – 2:26
1-7. Yesterday – 2:33
1-8. It's Only Love – 1:58
1-9. I Feel Fine – 2:15
1-10. Ticket To Ride – 2:44
1-11. Yesterday – 2:42
1-12. Help! – 2:54
1-13. Everybody's Trying To Be My Baby – 2:45
1-14. Norwegian Wood (This Bird Has Flown) – 1:59
1-15. I'm Looking Through You – 2:53
1-16. 12-Bar Original – 2:55
1-17. Tomorrow Never Knows – 3:14
1-18. Got To Get You Into My Life – 2:54
1-19. And Your Bird Can Sing – 2:13
1-20. Taxman – 2:32
1-21. Eleanor Rigby (Strings Only) – 2:06
1-22. I'm Only Sleeping (Rehearsal) – 0:40
1-23. I'm Only Sleeping (Take 1) – 2:59
1-24. Rock And Roll Music – 1:39
1-25. She's A Woman – 2:54

CD2
2-1. Strawberry Fields Forever (Demo Sequence) – 1:42
2-2. Strawberry Fields Forever (Take 1) – 2:34
2-3. Strawberry Fields Forever (Take 7 & Edit Piece) – 4:13
2-4. Penny Lane – 3:12
2-5. A Day In The Life – 5:04
2-6. Good Morning Good Morning – 2:40
2-7. Only A Northern Song – 2:43
2-8. Being For The Benefit Of Mr. Kite! (Takes 1 And 2) – 1:05
2-9. Being For The Benefit Of Mr. Kite! (Take 7) – 2:33
2-10. Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds – 3:05
2-11. Within You Without You (Instrumental) – 5:27
2-12. Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (Reprise) – 1:27
2-13. You Know My Name (Look Up The Number) – 5:43
2-14. I Am The Walrus – 4:01
2-15. The Fool On The Hill (Demo) – 2:48
2-16. Your Mother Should Know – 3:02
2-17. The Fool On The Hill (Take 4) – 3:44
2-18. Hello, Goodbye – 3:17
2-19. Lady Madonna – 2:22
2-20. Across The Universe – 3:28

Shipping & Handling
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Shipped in protective CD bags
Cracked cases are replaced with new cases before listing/shipping
Packed securely for safe delivery

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