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Musical icon Prince was learned the piano, guitar and drums without any formal instruction. The self-taught musician released 39 studio albums during his lifetime between 1978 and 2015 and two albums were released posthumously. The highly innovative artist was known for his flamboyant style and strong stage presence and was called “our first post-everything pop star, defying easy categories of race, genre and commercial appeal” by the Los Angeles Times.
We at Nate D. Sanders Auctions sold several Prince master tapes for as high as $6,250. Please see below for details:
Engineered by long time Prince engineer David Rivkin, this one-of-a-kind reel-to-reel master tape was recorded by Prince to demo his first solo hit single, “Soft and Wet”, released in June 1978 on his debut album, “For You”. This master tape, recorded in the summer of 1977 at the Minneapolis studio Sound 80, was used to strike all the demos sent to publicize the new, unknown superstar to record labels. This looser and “funkier” version of “Soft and Wet” differs from the subsequently re-recorded version that appears on Prince’s debut album, “For You”. Tape measures 7″ in diameter, housed in a Sound 80 box measuring 7″ square. On back of box is written “1/2 Trk / Soft & Wet” and masking tape on demo tape itself states the same. Some wear to box, otherwise near fine condition. With an LOA from David Rivkin. Sold for $6,250.
Prince Mastering Reference Tapes for His 1978 Debut Album, ”For You”
Two reel-to-reel mastering reference tapes for Prince’s first album, ”For You”. Dated 8 March 1978, the stereo tapes come housed in their original boxes, with each tape pertaining to one side of the original album. Once approved, an album ”Master” was made and used to press up the individual albums. This was the last version of the album heard before the 9 songs were pressed to vinyl. Songs were recorded at the Record Plant in Sausalito, mixed at Sound Labs LA, and mastered at A&M. Only 5 copies were likely made, making this pair of tapes extremely rare. Tapes are offered as collector’s pieces only and do not come with rights for reproduction, manufacturing or distribution. Each square box measures 7.25”. Minor wear and tearing to box, overall very good condition. With an LOA from Owen Husney. Five percent of net proceeds on this item will go to the charity, Our House LA’s Camp Erin for Grieving Children. Sold for $5,236.
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Prince Reel-to-Reel Studio Tapes From 1978 for His Debut Album ”For You”
Prince reel-to-reel studio reference tapes for his debut album, ”For You”, produced shortly before its drop on 7 April 1978. Set of tapes are sides 1 and 2 of the album, with the following labels:
”PRINCE 3/8/78copy
SIDE ONE
1. FOR YOU
2. IN LOVE
3. SOFT & WET
4. CRAZY YOU
5. JUST AS LONG AS WE’RE TOGETHER” and
”PRINCE 3/8/78copy
SIDE TWO
1. BABY
2. MY LOVE IS FOREVER
3. SO BLUE
4. I’M YOURS”.
Tapes measures 7” in diameter, housed in vintage A&M Records boxes measuring 7.25” square. Light wear to boxes, otherwise near fine condition. Sold for $3,438.
We have also sold the following Prince memorabilia:
Prince Worn Lace Glove From His ”Purple Rain” Concert in 1984
Prince concert-worn glove from his iconic ”Purple Rain” tour in 1984. A signature white lace glove adorned with rhinestones, Prince wore this glove during his performance on 15 December 1984 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky before he tossed it into the audience. Glove is accompanied by a notarized letter from a contractor at Rupp Arena, who writes, ”…I was part of the set up and breakdown team – I’ve included my tax records to prove my employment at Rupp Arena…During the show Prince went up a twenty foot staircase to the scaffolding on the side of the stage while performing and took off and threw one of his gloves towards the audience. It didn’t reach the audience though – I watched the glove fall out of sight into the scaffolding below him. After the show, I kept an eye out for the glove as I was breaking down the lighting scaffolding in the area Prince threw it and sure enough, there it was…” As indicated in his letter, the consignor has included a copy of his 1099 record from 1985 showing his employment with IATSE Local 346 representing the Lexington area. Right-handed lace glove measures approximately 8” long including ruffle at bottom, and 6” at the wrist. Some age discoloration, partial tear at the ruffle and rhinestone chain, while present, has separated in two spots. Overall in good condition, consistent with wear. Sold for $26,121.
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Prince Worn Diamond & Amethyst Pin — In the Shape of His Love Symbol
Gold Prince ”love symbol” pin personally worn by Prince, and made of diamonds and amethyst. Custom-made pin contains an amethyst and 12 sparkling diamonds. Real gold is unmarked. Measures 2” from top to bottom with 1.5” needle in back. Minor scratching and tarnishing, overall very good condition. One of a kind piece of Prince memorabilila. From the collection of Mayte Garcia. Sold for $12,500.
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Prince television-worn sweater, referred to as ”The Prince Larry King Sweater”. The long-sleeve piece has an embroidered gold and white trim with a loop and bead enclosure down the front. With a mandarin collar and vertical stripes. As stated in the LOA from Domenic Serio of Serio Couture, ”the piece was personally worn by Prince and was one of only three sent to us because they were among his favorite fitting pieces…This piece served as a ‘guide’ for nearly every piece we created moving forward for Prince…It was worn by Prince…then sent back to Serio Couture to keep and use as a fitting garment for future designs.” Prince is also pictured wearing the sweater while lying down. Sweater measures 21” from underarm to underarm with 20” sleeves and 58” length. Near fine condition. Comes with LOA from Domenic Serio of Serio Couture. Sold for $12,500.
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Prince Stage-Used Handcuffs — Used During the Performance of ”The Most Beautiful Girl in the World”
Gold tone handcuffs covered in rhinestones, stage-used by Prince during the performance of his song, ”The Most Beautiful Girl in the World” on ”Soul Train” in May 1994 with Mayte Garcia, whom Prince would marry two years later. On the handcuffs, apart from the ratchets, each cuff is entirely filled with rhinestones. The pair is connected by two chains and is in working condition, with the key stamped ”PEERLESS HANDCUFF”. Opening on each cuff measures 2.25” when no ratchet ridges are showing. Length measures 9”. One missing rhinestone, minor chipping and scratching to ratchets, overall very good condition. Very unique and fun piece of Prince memorabilia. From the collection of Mayte Garcia. Sold for $12,500.
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