Bob Dylan 'Tones' 1985

A rare studio artifact from Arthur Baker’s sessions with Bob Dylan for the 1985 Empire Burlesque album. This reel contains the tone alignment tapes used to calibrate tape machines before mixing—a critical but often discarded piece of the production process. Sourced from Power Station Studios, this is a one-of-a-kind collectible for serious Dylan completists. Highlights: Original reel from Empire Burlesque sessions. Sourced directly from Power Station Studios. Rare engineering material used for mixing calibration. Authentic artifact from Dylan’s mid-80s synth-rock period. Part of the Arthur Baker Collection: This item is part of the Arthur Baker Collection — a once-in-a-lifetime auction in collaboration with legendary producer Arthur Baker. Sourced directly from his personal archive.