UK
1992- Label and catalog number
- RCA PB 45317
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Matt Cover
- Runout / matrix
PB 45317 A-1U -1-Q2Runout side A
PB 45317 B-1U -1-Q3Runout side B
PB 45317 A‡Label side A
PB 45317 B‡Label side B
Annie LennoxWhy
Vinyl pressings
Why
by Annie Lennox · 1992
14 pressings10 countriesDowntempoSynth-popElectronic
Why was first pressed on vinyl in 1992. 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 Why
12 pressings came out in 1992, 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.
UK
1992- Label and catalog number
- RCA PB 45317
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Jukebox
UK
1992- Label and catalog number
- RCA PB 45317
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Glossy Cover
- Runout / matrix
PB 45317 A-1U -1-Q2Runout side A
PB 45317 B-1U -1-Q3Runout side B
Europe
1992- Label and catalog number
- RCA PB45317RCA PB 45317
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
202 F-9543 A-1Runout A-side, variant 1
202 F-9543 B-1 IIRunout B-side, variant 1
202 F-9543 A-1Runout A-side, variant 2
202 F-9543 B-1Runout B-side, variant 2
France
1992- Label and catalog number
- RCA PB 45317
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
[SNA Logo] 45317 ARunout etched side A
[SNA Logo] 45317 BRunout etched side B
Philippines
1992- Label and catalog number
- RCA RCA 047
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
RCA-047-A
RCA-047-B
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 14 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1990s12 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Argentina | RCA S-0772First year7", Promo, 45 RPM · Promo | 7", Promo, 45 RPM · Promo |
| 1992 | Brazil | RCA 990.4073First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1992 | Europe | RCA PB45317 / RCA PB 45317First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1992 | France | RCA PB 45317First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1992 | Mexico | RCA RX-1088First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1992 | Philippines | RCA RCA 047First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1992 | Spain | RCA PT 45318 (3A)First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1992 | Spain | RCA 0413First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1992 | UK | RCA PB 45317First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1992 | UK | RCA PB 45317First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Jukebox | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Jukebox |
| 1992 | UK | RCA PB 45317First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1992 | UK & Europe | RCA PB 45317First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Year unknown2 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Philippines | RCA RCA-0477", 45 RPM, Test Pressing · Test pressing | 7", 45 RPM, Test Pressing · Test pressing |
| ? | Poland | Art & Muzyka ARM - 45740 - 1Flexi-disc, 5½", 45 RPM, Shape, Single Sided, Single, Card Backed, Limited Edition, Picture Disc, Unofficial Release · Unofficial, Limited, Picture disc | Flexi-disc, 5½", 45 RPM, Shape, Single Sided, Single, Card Backed, Limited Edition, Picture Disc, Unofficial Release · Unofficial, Limited, Picture disc |
Tracklist
- AWhy
- BPrimitive
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Why are there?
14 vinyl pressings of Why are listed here, from 10 countries.
When was Why first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1992, in UK, Europe, France, Philippines and more. One of them is RCA PB 45317.
How do I tell if my copy of Why is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use PB 45317, PB45317, RCA 047, PT 45318 (3A)) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, PB 45317 A-1U -1-Q2 and PB 45317 B-1U -1-Q3. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Why 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.
