June 6, 1962: First Recording Session at EMI with Pete Best

“Love Me Do (Anthology 1 version),” “Besame Mucho (Anthology 1 version),” “PS I Love You (Unreleased),” “Ask Me Why (Unreleased)”

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John:
Blond ’58 Rickenbacker 325 Capri customized with Bigsby vibrato and included “Bow Tie” bridge.
Fender Vibrolux 1×10 amp

Paul:
’61 Hofner 500/1
Leak TL12 amp into a big tannoy speaker from the echo chamber (Paul’s Selmer Truvoice and Barber Coffin 15” cabinet had far too much hum and noise).

George:
’57 Gretsch Duo Jet
Gibson GA-40 amp
Borrowed acoustic (Unknown Model)

Pete Best:
Pearl Premiere Drums

Most likely Neumann/Telefunken U48 for vocals, with John and Paul sharing a mic at the same time.