Steppenwolf's Gold: Their Great Hits originally hit shelves in 1971 and immediately lived up to its title earning gold certification in a months time. It serves as both an ideal introduction to the band and the ultimate encapsulation of their '60s glory. Analogue Productions' 200-gram 33 1/3 RPM reissue was remastered from the original analog tapes by Kevin Gray at Cohearent Sound, plated and pressed by Gary Salstrom and his crew at Quality Record Pressings and is housed in gatefold packaging with a poster insert.