Europe
1987- Label and catalog number
- Epic EPC 650858 6
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single
- Runout / matrix
01-650858-1A1 ARunout side A
01-650858-1B1 BRunout side B
01-650858-1Label side A
01-650858-2Label side B
Vinyl pressings
Shy Boys
by Ana · 1987
20 pressings10 countriesSynth-popElectronic
Shy Boys was first pressed on vinyl in 1987. 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 Shy Boys
19 pressings came out in 1987, the album's first year, in 10 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.
Europe
1987- Label and catalog number
- Epic EPC 650858 7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
01-650858-1-A-1 ARunout Side A
01-650858-1-B-1 ARunout Side B
01-650828-1Label Side A
01-650828-2Label Side B
UK
1987- Label and catalog number
- Epic 650858 6
- Format
- 12"
UK
1987- Label and catalog number
- Epic 650858 7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
US
1987- Label and catalog number
- Parc Records 4Z9 06771
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
XSS-175968-1A G1 STERLING B3Runout side A Etched & Stamped, variant 1
XSS-175969-1A G1 STERLING B3Runout side B Etched & Stamped, variant 1
XSS-175968-1A D G1 STERLING A1Runout side A Etched & Stamped, variant 2
XSS-175969-1A D G1 STERLING A1Runout side B Etched & Stamped, variant 2
US
1987- Label and catalog number
- Parc Records 07056Parc Records ZS4-07056
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
ZSS-175966-1A-DMM G1 Sterling A6Side A, Etched
ZSS-175967-1A-DMM G1 Sterling A2Side B, Etched
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 20 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s20 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Canada | Epic 12EXP-06771First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1987 | Canada | Epic ZS4-07056 / Parc Records ZS4-07056First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Ecuador | CBS 133-0147First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1987 | Europe | Epic EPC 650858 6First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1987 | Europe | Epic EPC 650858 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1987 | Japan | CBS/Sony XDAP 93179First year12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1987 | Japan | CBS/Sony 04SP 1080First year7", 45 RPM, Single Sided, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single Sided, Single |
| 1987 | Philippines | Epic CE-EP-18096 / Parc Records 4Z9 06771First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, EP, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, EP, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1987 | Portugal | Epic EPC 650858 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Portugal | Epic EPC 650858 6First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1987 | Spain | Epic EPC 650858 6First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1987 | Spain | Epic EPC 650858 7First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1987 | UK | Epic 650858 6First year12" | 12" |
| 1987 | UK | Epic 650858 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | US | Parc Records 4Z9 06771First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
Tracklist
- AShy Boys (Special 12" Mix)5:30
- BShy Boys (Dub Mix)3:45
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Shy Boys are there?
20 vinyl pressings of Shy Boys are listed here, from 10 countries, released between 1987 and 1988.
When was Shy Boys first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1987, in Europe, UK, US, Australia and more. One of them is Epic EPC 650858 6.
How do I tell if my copy of Shy Boys is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use EPC 650858 6, EPC 650858 7, 650858 6, 650858 7) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 01-650858-1A1 A and 01-650858-1B1 B. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Shy Boys 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.