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Jungle - Volcano (Caiola Records CAI002LP, 2023) Orange Splatter Vinyl

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Estimated value

$30 - $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 (CAIOLA RECORDS CAI002LP, 2023) ORANGE SPLATTER VINYL: IDENTIFICATION

A 12-inch 33 1/3 RPM long-play record by the British electronic project Jungle. This specific variant features clear wax with distinct orange 'splatter' centrifugal patterns. The center label is the standard Caiola Records Side A layout in orange and white, listing seven tracks including 'Back on 74'. The catalog number CAI002LP is clearly visible, along with the 2023 copyright date for Caiola Records under license to AWAL Recordings Ltd.

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PRESSING HISTORY

Released in August 2023, 'Volcano' is the fourth studio album by Jungle, recorded primarily while on tour for their previous record 'Loving in Stereo'. This pressing was part of a multi-variant rollout typical of modern high-demand electronic releases, manufactured at GZ Media in the Czech ...
Released in August 2023, 'Volcano' is the fourth studio album by Jungle, recorded primarily while on tour for their previous record 'Loving in Stereo'. This pressing was part of a multi-variant rollout typical of modern high-demand electronic releases, manufactured at GZ Media in the Czech Republic, as indicated by the 'Made in Czech Republic' perimeter text on the label.

COLLECTOR NOTES

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The album was produced in a makeshift studio set up in backstages and hotels using a portable rig during their 2022 tour.

SCARCITY

Average55-70%
CommonLegendary

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

Rarity 4/10. Curiosa currently catalogues 2 vinyl items at rarity 4 or higher.

Typical Characteristics

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

Confidence Factors

  • Modern release with highly specific splatter pattern difficult to bootleg
  • Label typography and catalog numbers match known 2023 production runs
How does authenticity detection work?

AUDIOPHILE'S ASSESSMENT

Record Collector & Pressing Specialist

Vinyl Expert

Identification is near-certain due to high-resolution images of the center label and catalog number which match documented 2023 pressings.

KEY EVIDENCE

  • 1Visible catalog number CAI002LP identifies the specific 2023 release
  • 2Splatter vinyl characteristics consistent with GZ Media production techniques
  • 3Tracklist confirms the standard 'Volcano' album sequence
  • 4Label perimeter text confirms licensing via AWAL Recordings Ltd
  • 5Physical condition shows no 'groove whitening' or surface scratching

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

  • →Check the dead wax for the stamped matrix number (e.g., 263628E1) to confirm the exact lacquer cut
  • →Inspect the spine for any creasing or text alignment issues
  • →Verify the presence of any original credits insert or gatefold stickers

CONDITION & GRADE

NM / NM

Grading breakdown

Both vinyl and sleeve appear Near Mint; the vinyl shows high gloss with no surface abrasions in the dead wax, and the jacket retains sharp corners with no visible ring wear.

Condition

The vinyl surface appears clean with no visible spindle marks on the center hole, suggesting minimal play. The splatter pattern is well-defined without bleeding into the clear base, and the sleeve edges visible show no immediate signs of seam splitting or corner softening.

RECORD MARKET VALUE

$30 - $55

Updated: May 10, 2026

Who buys this

Contemporary electronic music fans and collectors of modern 'color-way' vinyl variants.

What increases value

  • •Visual appeal of the orange-on-clear splatter pattern
  • •Current popularity of the single 'Back on 74'
  • •Near Mint condition of the sleeve and media

What lowers value

  • •High mintage of multiple color variants can dilute individual rarity
  • •Potential surface noise inherent in some splatter-pressed heavier pigments

What makes top-tier examples

  • •Presence of original hype stickers on shrink wrap
  • •Perfectly centered splatter distribution without large clear gaps

Grade & condition

Presence of 'hairlines', spindle trails on the label, and corner dings on the jacket.

Rarity & demand

AverageHigh demandSells quickly
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