Unknown (HB)

This profile is used to link the anonymous manufacturer of CDs, which can be identified by CD matrices 'HB xxx', where xxx are 3 digits (for example, HB 404). Unofficial sources say this manufacturer had a connection with SHUM Records and can be referred to as a 'pirate department' of the label. This is proved by the following facts: - some of SHUM Records releases come with matrices of the same pattern - the styles of music, released by this company, are similar to SHUM Records - Nevertheless all releases SHUM Records including those releases which are connected with Unknown (HB) are considered official. 'HB' CDs were originally sold in Russia and neighbouring countries.