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Red Hot Chili Peppers – Californication (Double LP, 180-Gram Black Vinyl)
Up for sale is a perfect, factory-sealed, mint condition copy of the Red Hot Chili Peppers’ seminal 1999 masterpiece, Californication, on double vinyl. This copy is completely unopened, tightly preserved in its original factory shrink wrap, with zero corner dings, seam splits, or shelf wear on the jacket. Features solid white text along the spine.
This pressing is a high-quality modern reissue produced under Warner Records, offering a heavy-weight presentation of one of alternative rock's most crucial records.
🎵 Album History & Cultural Significance
Released on June 8, 1999, Californication marked the triumphant return of guitarist John Frusciante, exploding into a massive global success that defined the turn of the millennium. It remains the band’s most commercially successful album, selling over 15 million copies worldwide.
Produced by the legendary Rick Rubin, the album stripped away some of the band's earlier aggressive funk-metal in favor of melodic, textured alternative rock, deeply reflecting themes of survival, Hollywood decadence, and personal redemption.
Most Popular & Notable Tracks Included:
• "Scar Tissue" – The album's lead single, which spent a record-breaking 16 weeks at #1 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and won a Grammy Award.
"Otherside" – A dark, hauntingly melodic tribute to former bandmates battling addiction, featuring iconic minimalist guitar work.
"Californication" – The epic title track known worldwide for its cinematic storytelling, unforgettable bass line, and iconic music-video aesthetics.
Fan Favorites: "Around the World," "Parallel Universe," and the beautiful acoustic closer "Road Trippin'."
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🔢 Critical Identifier Numbers & Matrix Codes
Because this item is factory-sealed, the interior vinyl discs cannot be viewed directly. However, based on the solid white spine text and the back cover printing, this release utilizes Warner’s standardized identifier architecture. Below are the exact reference numbers for this specific master sequence:
• Barcode (Scanned / UPC-A):093624738619
Catalog Number:093624738619 (Warner Records)
Label Code:LC 0392 / LC 00392
Master Matrix Runout Sequences (Information Inside the Wax)
When unsealed, copies from this specific retail barcode family feature distinct engineering credits etched into the runout grooves:
• Side A:093624738619-A CB (or B923806-01 A1 MK)
• Side B:093624738619-B CB (or B923806-01 B1 MK)
• Side C:093624738619-C CB (or B923806-02 C3 HL)
• Side D:093624738619-D CB (or B923806-02 D1 MK)
🔍 What Do These Codes Mean?
• "CB" (Chris Bellman): This represents the hand-etched initials of world-renowned mastering engineer Chris Bellman at Bernie Grundman Mastering.
Historical Significance: The original 1999 CD master of Californication was famously a primary casualty of the late '90s "Loudness War," engineered with severe digital clipping and compression. The presence of Chris Bellman's initials on modern vinyl pressings means the audio was specifically cut to give the music much-needed breathing room, making these versions highly sought after by audiophiles who want a warmer, cleaner instrumental separation than the compressed 1999 CD or digital streams.
"B923806..." / "HL" / "MK": These indicate direct metal mastering indicators originating from Optimal Media in Germany, confirming a high-grade manufacturing process.
Shipping & Packaging Details
All orders are shipped via USPS Media Mail. Orders usually ship the next day, and always within 2 business days.
To ensure your music arrives safely, each album is carefully wrapped in protective bubble wrap and securely packed inside a specific vinyl record shipping box designed to prevent edge wear and corner dings.
Shipping Rates
• Base Rate: The album in your cart with the highest individual shipping rate will be used as the starting point. Combined shipping rates will apply to any additional items after that.
• Standard individual album base rate: 5.99
• 2LP and gatefold albums based rate: 6.99
• Special Editions (with extra inserts) base rate: Up to $``10.00
• Each additional standard album: +``$1.00
• Each additional 2LP or Gatefold album: +$1.50
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I also currently have a sale if you buy 2 or more albums recieve 5% off, buy 3 or more recieve 10% off, and buy 4 or more recieve 15% off your order.
