Which pressing of ABBA Gold sounds the best?

Many recommend late 2000s European pressings like the 2008 reissue, avoiding some noisy US and GZ Media pressings.

Is the vinyl worth getting over the CD?

Yes, for the mastering and analog warmth, but expect some surface noise depending on pressing.

Where can I buy the import double vinyl?

Discogs, local record stores, or online retailers; specific pressings may require searching by matrix numbers.

Capitol

ABBA Gold Greatest Hits Double Import Vinyl

$18.79$37.97-51%

Out of Stock

The ABBA Gold Greatest Hits Double Import Vinyl is a 40th anniversary double LP compilation on premium 180g vinyl, featuring the band's most iconic songs such as "Dancing Queen" and "Waterloo." This import edition delivers warm, rich audio and is widely regarded as an essential pop collection for fans and collectors. The item is gently used and may show minor signs of wear.

Material: 180g vinyl
Style: classic
Category: Media > Music & Sound Recordings > Records & LPs

View on merchant site JSON

GTIN: 600753511060
MPN: CAPITOL-600753511060-GENTLYUSED

Specifications

Special 40th anniversary edition of ABBA's greatest hits on premium 180g vinyl, featuring iconic pop classics like 'Dancing Queen', 'Waterloo', and 'Fernando'. Delivers rich, warm sound and nostalgic charm.

DOUBLE 180G VINYL SET: Premium heavyweight pressing for enhanced sound quality. ICONIC GREATEST HITS: Includes classics like 'Dancing Queen', 'Waterloo', and 'Fernando'. 40TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION: Celebrates ABBA's legendary music legacy. VINYL AUDIO EXPERIENCE: Delivers warm, rich, and immersive sound. IMPORT RELEASE: Special edition ideal for collectors and enthusiasts. TIMELESS POP SOUND: Features ABBA's signature catchy melodies and harmonies. COLLECTOR'S ITEM: Perfect addition to any vinyl or pop music collection.

Material: 180g vinyl
Style: classic
Occasion: party, gift
Gender: unisex
Condition: used
Category: Media > Music & Sound Recordings > Records & LPs

Additional Attributes

gently used
40th anniversary edition
double 180g vinyl set
import release
collector's item
Capitol brand
includes classics like Dancing Queen, Waterloo, Fernando

Image Analysis

4 images

01high: Square album cover with large ABBA wordmark at top, the word GOLD in center, a small crown icon and text 'GREATEST HITS' near bottom on a dark teal background with gold text and a thin gold border.
OCR: ABBA. GOLD. GREATEST HITS
large uppercase ABBA wordmarkuppercase GOLD wordmarksmall crown icon with five dotssmall uppercase GREATEST HITS textthin rectangular border near image edgesdark teal backgroundgold colored text and borderred circular accents on crown dotscentered compositionsquare album cover layoutstudio product shot style
02medium: Back cover of a vinyl record sleeve showing a studio portrait of four adults holding a large illuminated sign with a bold logotype and a printed tracklist and barcode.
OCR: ABBA. side one 1. Dancing Queen 2. Knowing Me, Knowing You 3. Take a Chance on Me 4. Mamma Mia 5. Lay All Your Love On Me. side two 1. Super Trouper 2. I Have A Dream 3. The Winner Takes It All 4. Money, Money, Money 5. S.O.S. side three 1. Chiquitita 2. Fernando 3. Voulez Vous 4. Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight). side four 1. Does Your Mother Know 2. One Of Us 3. The Name Of The Game 4. Thank You For The Music 5. Waterloo
vinyl record sleeve back coverstudio portrait of four adults standinglarge illuminated logo sign held by peoplebold gradient logotype lettersblack background with thin gold bordertracklist text printed at topbarcode at top centersmall white copyright and production text at bottomchecked blazer jacketturquoise blousered patterned topbeige shirthands holding sign
03medium: Two overlapping square vinyl album sleeves with glossy black faces, gold accents, and a central photo collage of portraits, photographed on a white studio background.
OCR: GREATESTFlat lay
square vinyl album sleeveoverlapping sleevesglossy finishblack background on sleevesgold foil textgold thin bordersmall crown emblemphoto collage gridcolor portrait photographswhite studio backgroundstudio product shotangled top-down perspective
04medium: Three square black album covers with gold text and a multicolor photo collage on each, arranged overlapping on a white background.
OCR: GREATESTFlat lay
square album coverblack glossy finishgold foil textphotograph collagemultiple small color photosthin gold borderoverlapping stacked arrangementwhite studio backgroundstudio lighting highlights

Also Seen Here

5 retailers

shop.capitolmusic.com
high
ABBA - Gold - Gold 2LP
Capitol
View listing →
shopus.abbasite.com
high
ABBA Gold - Gold 2LP
ABBA Official Store
View listing →
oldies.com
high
ABBA : Gold (Gold Vinyl) LP (2022)
Capitol
View listing →
thefunkygeneralstore.com
high
ABBA: GOLD (Greatest Hits)(Ltd.Ed.180gm 30th Ann.2LP Gold Polish Import)(Cap2022)
Capitol Records
View listing →
residentvinyl.com
high
ABBA - Gold: Greatest Hits
Capitol
View listing →

Documents & Data

Reddit Insights

6 threads · r/ABBA, r/vinyl, r/popheads

Reddit users generally praise ABBA Gold as an essential hits collection, but note variability in vinyl pressing quality, with some import versions offering superior sound and quieter surfaces.

positive sentiment95% match

Overall sentiment is highly positive, with strong affection for the music. Minor criticism focuses on pressing quality for some editions, but the compilation itself is universally recommended.

Themes

Vinyl pressing quality varies by editionmixed

Essential greatest hits compilationpositive

Import versions may sound betterpositive

Use Cases

Entry point for new ABBA fans on vinyl
Collecting for sound quality and nostalgia
Replacing old CDs or upgrading to vinyl

Watch Out For

mediumSome US reissues (e.g., Gold colored vinyl) have persistent surface noise and pops.

mediumPressing plant variations (GZ Media vs. Optimal) affect quality significantly.

lowMasterings differ between editions; some early CD masters are identical to later reissues despite different credits.

Community Q&A

Which pressing of ABBA Gold sounds the best?: Many recommend late 2000s European pressings like the 2008 reissue, avoiding some noisy US and GZ Media pressings.
Is the vinyl worth getting over the CD?: Yes, for the mastering and analog warmth, but expect some surface noise depending on pressing.
Where can I buy the import double vinyl?: Discogs, local record stores, or online retailers; specific pressings may require searching by matrix numbers.

Compared To

vs CD version of ABBA Gold

Vinyl often preferred for warmth, but CD can have less surface noise and is sometimes mastered better.

vs Original pressings vs. reissues

Import pressings (EU) often praised over US reissues for better quality control and sound.

Source Threads

Recommendations for starting ABBA vinyl collection with Gold
User asks which ABBA records to get on vinyl; comments overwhelmingly recommend Gold as the essential first purchase, with mentions of import pressings sounding better than US ones.
u/Broad_Commission_947r/ABBAView thread →
Discussion and opinions on ABBA Gold vinyl pressings
Multiple users share experiences with different pressings, noting that European imports (e.g., ‘08 press) are superior to US reissues; one user says 'the Optimal pressings are fantastic'.
u/Chemical_Ad3941r/ABBAView thread →
Sound quality comparison of ABBA Gold vinyl vs CD
User shares that the 2014 EU black vinyl pressing sounds 'amazing with great bass and no distortion', while another warns against the 2019 gold vinyl due to noise.
u/EmberIslandPlayer94r/vinylView thread →
Pitchfork review of ABBA Gold compilation
Review describes the album as 'a near-perfect distillation of pop genius' and 'an essential document of 20th-century pop music', with little discussion of specific vinyl quality.
u/[deleted]r/popheadsView thread →
General thoughts on ABBA Gold vinyl
User says 'Got a 2016 EU pressing, dead quiet and dynamic. One of the best sounding records in my collection.' Another agrees, calling it 'a staple for any collection'.
u/Suitcase_Unicornr/vinylView thread →
Defense of greatest hits records including ABBA Gold
Poster argues that greatest hits albums are valid and points to ABBA Gold as 'the ultimate example of a perfect compilation'.
u/hueycobra420r/vinylView thread →