Robert Palmer, Riptide, Rare Original CD, Made in Japan by Sanyo, Island Records

This is an original early pressing of Riptide by Robert Palmer, issued by Island Records and manufactured in Japan by Sanyo, one of the most desirable early CD production plants.

Collectors will recognize this as a first-generation era compact disc, produced during the formative years of the CD format, before later mass reissues. The Japan-for-US Sanyo pressings are increasingly difficult to find complete and intact, especially with clean artwork and a well-preserved disc.

Highlights:

Original Island Records release (Catalog 90471-2)

Made in Japan by Sanyo, early pressing

Complete with original booklet and tray card

Classic mid-80s Island Records design and typography

Includes iconic tracks: Riptide, Addicted to Love, Hyperactive

Condition notes:

Disc presents clean with normal light handling marks consistent with age

Artwork and booklet are complete and legible

Case shows expected vintage wear but remains solid and functional

No cracks affecting structural integrity