In an exciting announcement for vinyl collectors and music historians worldwide, Michael Jackson fans are getting a wave of groundbreaking, ultra-limited special editions celebrating the undisputed King of Pop’s magnum opus, Thriller. Designed to honor the enduring legacy of the highest-selling album of all time, these high-end collector sets introduce striking, never-before-seen physical audio formats meticulously tailored for audiophiles and physical music purists. At the center of this release is the premium announcement is a highly unique, liquid-filled vinyl LP variant, alongside a premium gold-plated cassette tape edition, encasing the iconic 1982 album that serves as a stunning mantle piece for classic physical media collectors.

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The Collection

Here’s what the collection includes:

• Gold Metallic Cassette Edition – Priced at a budget-friendly $20, this item serves as an accessible entry point for cassette culture revivalists.
• Red and Black Marble Vinyl Variant – Available for $41, offering fans a gorgeous marble aesthetic configuration across standard music retail outlets.
• Golden Pearl Vinyl LP – Retailing for $42, this premium color variant is locked entirely as a direct-to-consumer studio store exclusive.
• Black Liquid Vinyl Ultra-Edition – Commanding a premier $121 investment barrier, this highly sought-after artisan centerpiece is restricted as a direct-to-consumer store exclusive.

Collectors’ Exclusives and Historic RIAA Milestones

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This rollout introduces several historic firsts for physical media enthusiasts. The Gold Metallic Cassette stands as the album’s debut release on a metallic tape shell, while the vibrant Red & Black Marble and Golden Pearl variations mark the first time the record has ever been pressed in these specific color waves. Undoubtedly, the crown jewel of the announcement is the Black Liquid Vinyl edition, securing its place as the first-ever liquid-filled version of the album. Additionally, every variation features specialized packaging notes celebrating the project’s unmatched history as the biggest-selling album in global music history and the first project to ever achieve a Triple Diamond certification from the RIAA.

Originally released in 1982, the masterpiece completely revolutionized pop culture, sending seven separate singles into the domestic Top 10 charts—including legendary hits like “Billie Jean,” “Beat It,” and the title track—while helping the pop icon sweep a record-breaking eight Grammy Awards in a single evening.

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Featured Photo: Sony/Epic Records/Michael Jackson