Collecting vinyl records with books, comic inserts, or presentation boxes involves more than choosing a favorite title. A soundtrack listener may prioritize the LP and track selection, while a film memorabilia collector may want a complete box and hardcover companion. Star Trek fans face a different choice again: the 1979 comic-book LP and the *Wrath of Khan* book-and-record set share a franchise but point to distinct eras and formats. The Nelson Eddy title is a hardcover bio-discography rather than a vinyl record, making it the specialist reference choice in this group.
Quick take
- Pick Ben-Hur Deluxe Box Set 1E1 LP & Book VG+ MGM Soundtrack Complete for a movie-score-centered set with a named catalog number, LP, hardcover book, and a detailed track program.
- Pick 1979 Star Trek Book And Record Set William Shatner Comic Book Vinyl LP Record for a 1970s first pressing that combines a comic book with a record.
- Pick Star Trek II the Wrath of Khan Book And Record for the 1982 film connection, a 33 RPM high-fidelity LP, and the original cover.
- Pick Larry F Kiner NELSON EDDY A Bio-Discography Radio Shows Hollywood Movies Record when research into Nelson Eddy's radio, recordings, songs, and films matters more than adding an LP.
The listed range runs from USD 12.00 to USD 49.99, a spread of 76% from the lowest to highest price. The three record-oriented choices sit close together, so the format and subject matter are more useful decision points than the small differences among their listed prices.
Listed price comparison
| Selection | Listed price | Relative price | What defines the choice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Trek II the Wrath of Khan Book And Record | USD 12.50 | 33 RPM soundtrack book-and-record set | |
| Larry F Kiner NELSON EDDY A Bio-Discography Radio Shows Hollywood Movies Record | USD 49.99 | 1992 Nelson Eddy hardcover reference book | |
| Ben-Hur Deluxe Box Set 1E1 LP & Book VG+ MGM Soundtrack Complete | USD 14.99 | MGM soundtrack LP with hardcover book in a deluxe box | |
| 1979 Star Trek Book And Record Set William Shatner Comic Book Vinyl LP Record | USD 12.00 | First-pressing Star Trek comic book and record set |
Decision matrix
| If your priority is... | Best match | Why it stands out |
|---|---|---|
| A classic epic-film score | Ben-Hur Deluxe Box Set 1E1 LP & Book VG+ MGM Soundtrack Complete | It names Miklós Rózsa as composer, Carlo Savina as conductor, and includes a sequence from "Prelude" through "The Miracle And Finale." |
| Star Trek from the 1970s | 1979 Star Trek Book And Record Set William Shatner Comic Book Vinyl LP Record | Its title and description center the 1979 release, comic book, vinyl LP, and Peter Pan Records first pressing. |
| The *Wrath of Khan* film era | Star Trek II the Wrath of Khan Book And Record | It is tied to the 1982 movie and is described as a 33 RPM high-fidelity soundtrack LP. |
| Nelson Eddy career research | Larry F Kiner NELSON EDDY A Bio-Discography Radio Shows Hollywood Movies Record | The hardcover organizes radio shows, recording sessions, and songs chronologically, with photos and indexes mentioned. |
| A display-oriented package | Ben-Hur Deluxe Box Set 1E1 LP & Book VG+ MGM Soundtrack Complete | The deluxe box, LP, and accompanying hardcover book form a single film-memorabilia presentation. |
| Spoken-word and comic-book flavor | 1979 Star Trek Book And Record Set William Shatner Comic Book Vinyl LP Record | Its genres include spoken word, while the set description specifically includes a comic book. |
What separates these choices
The strongest divide is between listening material and reference material. The *Ben-Hur* set and both Star Trek entries are record-focused, though their accompanying printed pieces shape the appeal. *Ben-Hur* is built around a score and an extensive sequence of musical cues, while the 1979 Star Trek title pairs franchise storytelling with a comic book. *Wrath of Khan* emphasizes the movie soundtrack and original cover. By contrast, the Nelson Eddy volume is formatted as a book and approaches recordings through chronology, discography, biography, and indexing.
Condition language also varies. The 1979 Star Trek set is marked new and identifies an original cover. The *Wrath of Khan* item is marked used, with "Sealed" and "Original Cover" among its features. The *Ben-Hur* description calls out VG+ vinyl, a VG to VG+ box, and light age-related wear; that makes its condition discussion more component-specific than the other record choices. The Nelson Eddy hardcover is marked used.
Concise product notes
Star Trek II the Wrath of Khan Book And Record
This set fits a collector who wants the *Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan* connection expressed through soundtrack vinyl rather than a general franchise item. The description identifies a 33 RPM, high-fidelity LP associated with the 1982 film score and soundtrack, and the cardboard sleeve is paired with an original cover. Its USD 12.50 listed price keeps it close to the least expensive selection here. The limitation is its used condition, and its printed companion is described broadly as a book-and-record set rather than as a comic or a detailed hardcover presentation. Choose it for the specific film-era focus; pass if a 1970s Star Trek story format or an extensively described box set is the goal.
Larry F Kiner NELSON EDDY A Bio-Discography Radio Shows Hollywood Movies Record
For a Nelson Eddy collector building a listening-history library, this 1992 Larry F. Kiner hardcover offers the deepest research angle. It covers radio shows, recording sessions, songs, commercial recordings, performers, photos, bibliography, and indexes, with material presented in chronological order. That breadth is the concrete reason to select it over the soundtrack packages. Its USD 49.99 listed price is the high point of the comparison, and the Format is Book, so it is not the choice for someone seeking a playable vinyl LP. The genres span comedy, drama, soundtracks and musicals, and spoken word, reinforcing its broad performer-and-media focus.
Ben-Hur Deluxe Box Set 1E1 LP & Book VG+ MGM Soundtrack Complete
The *Ben-Hur* package is the most fully articulated soundtrack set for shoppers who want music, a book, and box presentation together. It identifies MGM Records catalog 1E1, composer Miklós Rózsa, conductor Carlo Savina, and a complete package containing the LP and hardcover book. The detailed cue list gives score listeners a clearer sense of the program than the other vinyl entries, from "Roman March" to "Naval Battle" and the finale. At USD 14.99, it remains near the lower end despite the deluxe format. Its limitation is that it is used, with noted light age-related and corner wear, making it less suited to someone prioritizing the new-condition designation of the 1979 Star Trek set.
1979 Star Trek Book And Record Set William Shatner Comic Book Vinyl LP Record
This is the natural pick for a Star Trek collector who specifically wants a 1970s book-and-record format with a comic book included. The title identifies a 1979 vinyl LP, and the attributes add a first pressing, original cover, black record, cardboard sleeve, and new condition. That combination distinguishes it from the later *Wrath of Khan* soundtrack set. Its USD 12.00 listed price is the lowest in the group, although the decision case is really the comic-book presentation and earlier franchise era. The limitation is its broad credit to "Various" and genre mix of rock, soundtracks and musicals, and spoken word; it is less narrowly framed around one film score than *Ben-Hur*.
Final recommendation
For the most rounded vinyl-and-book film collectible, choose Ben-Hur Deluxe Box Set 1E1 LP & Book VG+ MGM Soundtrack Complete: it joins an MGM LP, hardcover book, named composer and conductor, and a substantial soundtrack sequence at USD 14.99. Choose 1979 Star Trek Book And Record Set William Shatner Comic Book Vinyl LP Record instead if the comic-book format, first pressing, and 1970s Star Trek identity are the deciding features. The *Wrath of Khan* set is the more focused 1982-film alternative, while the Larry F. Kiner hardcover belongs with Nelson Eddy discography and radio-history collecting rather than a vinyl listening shelf.
