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Jungle - Volcano (Orange Splatter Vinyl)

Jungle 'Volcano' vinyl record on clear wax with orange splatter patterns, resting over the album cover. - view 1
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Estimated value

$35 - $55

Rarity

Average(4/10)

Category

Vinyl Records

Brand

Caiola Records

Era

2023

Origin

🇨🇿 Czech Republic

Artist / Creator

Jungle

Authenticity

Very High(95%)
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JUNGLE - VOLCANO (ORANGE SPLATTER VINYL): PRESSING DETAILS

A striking contemporary pressing of Jungle's 2023 album 'Volcano'. This specific variant features clear wax with a vibrant orange 'splatter' or 'sunburst' effect, mirroring the album's warm, neo-soul aesthetic. The labels are clean, featuring the distinct CAI002LP catalog number associated with Caiola Records. The splatter is well-distributed across the grooves, though splatter pressings are often noted by audiophiles for having a slightly higher noise floor compared to virgin black wax due to the differing cooling rates of the colored pellets.

SOUNDS ACROSS CULTURES

Where This Object Echoes

Neo-Soul & Nu-Disco1970s - Present

The visual design echoes the 1970s disco 'sun' motifs and warmth-centric graphic design.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

  • •The 'Vinyl Revival' ritual of physical active listening and displaying cover art as interior decoration.

Meaning Through Time

1980s

Colored vinyl was often a gimmick for rare promotional items.

2020s

Colored variants are now the standard expectations for fans and vital cultural artifacts for modern 'drops'.

PRESSING HISTORY

Released in August 2023, 'Volcano' solidified Jungle's position as leaders of the modern British disco and soul revival. Much like their music, their physical releases emphasize high production values and visual flair. Pressings from the Czech Republic (specifically GZ Media) are common for major ...
Released in August 2023, 'Volcano' solidified Jungle's position as leaders of the modern British disco and soul revival. Much like their music, their physical releases emphasize high production values and visual flair. Pressings from the Czech Republic (specifically GZ Media) are common for major European independent releases in the 2020s, as the country houses some of the world's largest and most technologically advanced pressing plants.

GROOVE NOTES

1

Splatter vinyl is created by placing small pellets of colored 'PVC' onto a base color biscuit before the heavy hydraulic press flattens them into the final record shape.

2

Despite the Czech origin, the album was recorded primarily in a mobile studio at a house in Los Angeles, capturing a sun-drenched, high-energy sound.

GROOVE & PRESSING

Surface

Transparent clear vinyl base with opaque orange radial splatter. High-gloss finish with visible, clean micro-grooves.

Weight & Feel

Standard 140g or 180g weight, feeling substantial and rigid.

Condition

The vinyl appears to be in Near Mint (NM) to Very Good Plus (VG+) condition visually. Minimal spindle marks around the center hole suggest light play. The orange splatter pellets are well-integrated into the clear base with no visible surface scuffing.

HOW SCARCE IS IT?

Average55-70%
CommonLegendary

Typical antique shop fare. Requires some searching but regularly available. This is where most genuine antiques fall.

Typical Characteristics

  • Standard antique shop items
  • Regularly available
  • Moderate collector interest

AUDIOPHILE'S ASSESSMENT

Record Collector & Pressing Specialist

Vinyl Expert

High confidence due to clear, legible labels that match known official variants and user-provided production data.

KEY EVIDENCE

  • 1Catalog number CAI002LP correctly identifies the album 'Volcano'.
  • 2Splatter pattern is consistent with GZ Media (Czech) production styles.
  • 3Dead wax shows clean runoff before the label, indicative of professional mastering.
  • 4Label rim text confirms licensing under 'Caiola Records' to 'AWAL'.
  • 5Presence of 'Made in Czech Republic' on the label indicates current global supply chain standards for European pressings.

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

  • →Check the dead wax (matrix) for etchings like '264775E1' to confirm the specific stamper used.
  • →Inspect the spine of the jacket for any crushing or seam splits.
  • →Verify if it still contains the original printed inner sleeve or insert.

RECORD MARKET VALUE

$35 - $55

Updated: Mar 25, 2026

Who buys this

Modern electronic/soul collectors and fans of the 'Vulfpeck' or 'Jungle' aesthetic who prioritize aesthetic variants for display.

What increases value

  • •Presence of splatter variant which is usually more limited than standard black
  • •NM (Near Mint) condition of the wax surface
  • •Completeness of sleeve and any included inserts

What lowers value

  • •Splatter pressings can occasionally have 'hiss' in quiet sections
  • •Seam splits on the outer sleeve would drop value significantly

What makes top-tier examples

  • •Autographed copies from the band's webstore
  • •Extremely rare 'test pressing' versions

Grade & condition

Presence of hairline scratches, spindle wear, and jacket corner dings.

Rarity & demand

AverageHigh demandSells quickly
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CONTEXT ANALYSIS

How your provided context compares with Curiosa.com scanner findings.

What Aligned

  • User stated 'Czech Republic' origin - labels explicitly state 'Made in Czech Republic'
  • User stated '2023' - date is printed on the bottom rim of the label
  • User stated 'Artist: Jungle' - primary text on label and sleeve confirms this

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