The Beatles – Meet the Beatles! (Mono, Early 1960s Capitol Rainbow Repress – T-2047, “F” Cut)

A vintage early-1960s mono repress of Meet the Beatles!, Capitol Records T-2047. This pressing features the classic black rainbow Capitol label and the T1-2047-F runout on both sides, identifying it as an early U.S. lacquer cut from the original Beatlemania era (circa 1964–65). This is not a modern reissue — it’s an authentic 1960s Beatles mono LP.

Meet the Beatles! was the band’s first Capitol album in the United States and one of the defining releases of early British Invasion rock. Includes iconic tracks like “I Want to Hold Your Hand,” “I Saw Her Standing There,” “All My Loving,” “It Won’t Be Long,” and more — foundational Beatles material from the height of Beatlemania.

Condition

• Vinyl: G  – noticeable scuffs and surface marks; plays through but expect surface noise and occasional pops typical of a well-loved 60-year-old record.
• Jacket: G – heavy ringwear, aging, edge wear, and visible scuffing on the front (see photos). Structurally intact.
• Label: Clean rainbow Capitol labels with moderate signs of handling.
• Inner Sleeve: Original sleeve.

This is a player copy—not for pristine-condition collectors, but perfect for anyone who wants a genuine early-60s mono Beatles LP for an affordable price.