Choosing between these two *The Hobbit* vinyl records comes down to how much of the Rankin/Bass experience you want in one package. One is a two-disc soundtrack set with an illustrated storybook; the other is a Disneyland-label 12-inch LP with a storyteller-book format. Listed prices span $49.99 to $114.95, so the decision is as much about the format and physical presentation as it is about the music and dialogue.
Quick verdict
Pick the **2-LP vinyl soundtrack for *The Hobbit* (Rankin/Bass) and illustrated book. 1977** when the complete original soundtrack, dialogue, songs, and a 16-page full-color storybook are the priority. Its two-record configuration is the more expansive choice.
Pick The Hobbit Vinyl Record 1977 Rankin Bass Disneyland 3819 Storyteller Book LP VG when you want a single 12-inch black vinyl record at the lower listed price. Its Disneyland label and Comedy & Spoken Word genre designation make it a focused alternative for listeners drawn to the spoken-story side of the release.
At a glance
| Vinyl record | Listed price | Format and contents | Condition details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-LP vinyl soundtrack for *The Hobbit* (Rankin/Bass) and illustrated book. 1977 | USD 114.95 | Two records with soundtrack dialogue, music, songs, and a 16-page full-color storybook | Used; records described as very good; cardboard box has edge wear and requires restoration |
| The Hobbit Vinyl Record 1977 Rankin Bass Disneyland 3819 Storyteller Book LP VG | USD 49.99 | 12-inch black vinyl record; Storyteller Book LP format | Used; title identifies it as VG; jacket has light shelf wear and spine-edge rubbing |
Where each record stands out
2-LP vinyl soundtrack for *The Hobbit* (Rankin/Bass) and illustrated book. 1977
This set stands out for collectors who favor original-cover presentation and a release identified with catalog number 103. It is also described as an original 1977 pressing, with perfect-condition inner sleeves and storybook. The listed price is higher, but the format is built around a more extensive soundtrack package rather than a single LP.
The Hobbit Vinyl Record 1977 Rankin Bass Disneyland 3819 Storyteller Book LP VG
This choice stands out for the Disneyland record label and its Comedy & Spoken Word classification. At USD 49.99, it carries the lower listed price of the two. The black-vinyl, 12-inch record format gives it a straightforward LP identity for someone who prefers a more compact *The Hobbit* record purchase.
Product notes
2-LP vinyl soundtrack for *The Hobbit* (Rankin/Bass) and illustrated book. 1977
The main reason to choose this edition is its original 1977 pressing status alongside the special-edition book presentation. The set is described as containing the complete original soundtrack, so it suits a shopper who wants dialogue, music, and songs gathered into one release rather than a narrower record format. Its cardboard sleeve and original cover add to the period-specific presentation, while the inner sleeves and 16-page storybook are described as being in perfect condition. The key limitation is physical: the sturdy cardboard box shows edge wear and requires restoration. Choose it when the appeal of an expanded soundtrack-and-book set outweighs the higher listed price and box wear.
The Hobbit Vinyl Record 1977 Rankin Bass Disneyland 3819 Storyteller Book LP VG
The strongest reason to choose this LP is its lower USD 49.99 listed price while still centering Rankin/Bass and J.R.R. Tolkien in a Disneyland release. Its black vinyl, 12-inch size, and Comedy & Spoken Word genre make it a natural fit for a listener looking specifically for a storytelling-oriented *The Hobbit* record. The title also identifies it as a Storyteller Book LP, giving the package a clear narrative focus. Its limitation is the outer presentation: the jacket has typical vintage shelf wear and edge rubbing along the spine, although the graphics are described as bright and bold. Choose it for a single-record format with Disneyland-label character.
Final choice by use case
Choose the **2-LP vinyl soundtrack for *The Hobbit* (Rankin/Bass) and illustrated book. 1977 for the fuller soundtrack-and-storybook experience and original-pressing appeal. Choose The Hobbit Vinyl Record 1977 Rankin Bass Disneyland 3819 Storyteller Book LP VG** when a lower listed price, a single LP, and the Disneyland spoken-word angle fit your collection better.
