Artist page · 05/07/2026
About
Catalog of 10 vinyl releases blending funk, soul, blues, and psych rock with multiple pressings tracked.
Originating from San Francisco, Monophonics specializes in a fusion of psychedelic soul, funk, and R&B. Their vinyl catalog features 10 releases from labels like Colemine Records and Transistor Sound. They are noted for integrating soulful grooves with psych rock elements, creating layered, emotionally rich music. Vinyl editions include both standard and limited pressings, with varied formats such as colored and promo vinyl.
Monophonics maintains a following among collectors and audiophiles alike, with multiple original pressings actively traded and valued for their sound quality and musical depth. Typical formats include LP and limited editions, reflecting both retro and contemporary production values.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Colemine Records · 2022
Colemine Records · 2020
Transistor Sound · 2015
Ubiquity · 2012Playlist
The tracks that sum up Monophonics's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A 2022 release by Colemine Records, 'Sage Motel' showcases psychedelic funk and soul across 10 tracks featuring dynamic rhythms and deep grooves, highly sought after on vinyl.
'It's Only Us' blends soul and psychedelic styles over 8 tracks, with several vinyl pressings available including a caramel swirl variant, issued by Colemine Records.
'Sound Of Sinning' offers an 11-track exploration of funk, soul, and psychedelia from 2015, originally on Transistor Sound label and with multiple vinyl versions held by collectors.
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Collectors
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.
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Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Monophonics brings a modern touch to psychedelic soul with crisp vinyl warmth.— Audiophile Review
Monophonics released their debut album 'In Your Brain' in 2012 under Ubiquity label, featuring 14 tracks merging soul and psychedelic funk, a strong foundation for their subsequent work.
The 'Sage Motel' album appeared on original US Colemine Records LP pressings, including limited editions and promo versions catalogued as CLMN 12040, with original pressings valued between €17 and €22.
The 2020 album 'It's Only Us' was issued on several vinyl variants on Colemine Records, including stereo LPs and special caramel swirl editions, with prices ranging from €14 to €55 depending on edition rarity.
'Sound Of Sinning' was released in 2015 on Transistor Sound as a stereo LP with various vinyl versions held worldwide by collectors seeking authentic pressings averaging €29–78.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Monophonics vinyl primarily covers soul, funk, psychedelia, and blues, reflecting their eclectic style blending vintage and modern influences.
'Sage Motel', 'It's Only Us', and 'Sound Of Sinning' are among the most collected Monophonics albums, with original US pressings highly regarded.
Yes, for example 'It's Only Us' includes a caramel swirl edition and 'Sound Of Sinning' has a green vinyl pressing among others.
Prices vary by edition rarity and condition, with some pressings ranging from around €14 to over €55 in the secondary market.
Most original Monophonics vinyl pressings are produced in the United States, often via Colemine Records and Transistor Sound labels.
French record stores and international online sellers frequently stock Monophonics vinyls, especially popular albums like 'Sage Motel' and 'It's Only Us'.
'Sage Motel' contains 10 tracks, delivered on a limited edition LP with stereo sound.
Mono uses a single audio channel creating a centered sound image; stereo employs two channels for left and right sound positioning, offering a wider spatial effect.
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