France
1981- Label and catalog number
- Sirano 101 566
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo, Mono
- Runout / matrix
1015 66 A YDHand-etched side A
1015 66 B YDHand-etched side B
African Magic ComboLa Chica
Vinyl pressings
La Chica
by African Magic Combo · 1981
16 pressings9 countriesDiscoElectronicLatin
La Chica was first pressed on vinyl in 1981. Every vinyl pressing is listed below with its label, catalog number and runout codes, so you can tell an original from a reissue.
How to spot a first pressing of La Chica
16 pressings came out in 1981, the album's first year, in 9 countries. Compare the label and catalog number on your copy, then the codes etched or stamped in the runout groove (the dead wax around the label): they are the surest sign of an early pressing.
France
1981- Label and catalog number
- Sirano MA 1001
- Format
- 12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM
France
1981- Label and catalog number
- Sirano 6010 328
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
080 6010328 1 380 POLYGRAMStamped, runout side A
080 6010328 2 380 POLYGRAMStamped, runout side B
France
1981- Label and catalog number
- Sirano 101 566
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Blue label
France
1981- Label and catalog number
- Sirano MA 1001
- Format
- 12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM
France
1981- Label and catalog number
- Sirano 6863 158
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 16 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s16 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Argentina | American Recording 60.119First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1981 | Brazil | Young 301.7007First year7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single | 7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single |
| 1981 | Canada | Sirano SNO-120First year12" | 12" |
| 1981 | Colombia | Top Hits 4085First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1981 | France | Sirano 101 566First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo, Mono · Mono | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo, Mono · Mono |
| 1981 | France | Sirano MA 1001First year12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM | 12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM |
| 1981 | France | Sirano 6010 328First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1981 | France | Sirano 6863 158First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1981 | France | Sirano 101 566First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1981 | France | Sirano MA 1001First year12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM | 12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM |
| 1981 | Greece | Music-Box MB 10101First year7", Mono, Stereo · Mono | 7", Mono, Stereo · Mono |
| 1981 | Italy | Durium DE. 3168First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1981 | Mexico | Musart MI 30749First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo, Mono · Promo, Mono | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo, Mono · Promo, Mono |
| 1981 | Netherlands | TTR WEAN 28.220 / TTR WEAN 28220First year12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM | 12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM |
| 1981 | Netherlands | TTR WEAN 18.735First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
Tracklist
- ALa Chica (Part 1)2:57
- BLa Chica (Part 2) (Instrumental)2:57
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of La Chica are there?
16 vinyl pressings of La Chica are listed here, from 9 countries.
When was La Chica first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1981, in France, Canada, Argentina, Brazil and more. One of them is Sirano 101 566.
How do I tell if my copy of La Chica is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 101 566, MA 1001, 6010 328, 6863 158) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 1015 66 A YD and 1015 66 B YD. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is La Chica on vinyl worth?
It depends on which pressing you have and on the condition of the record and its sleeve. Early pressings from the album's home country in near mint condition are usually worth the most; common later reissues are worth far less. Scan your copy with VinylLens to see its value for every grade.