France
1977- Label and catalog number
- Disques Yona 9199 511
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single
BaciottiBlack Jack
Vinyl pressings
Black Jack
by Baciotti · 1977
10 pressings3 countriesDiscoElectronic
Black Jack was first pressed on vinyl in 1977. 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 Black Jack
6 pressings came out in 1977, the album's first year, in 2 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
1977- Label and catalog number
- Disques Yona 6172 721
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
61727211A P.HI CIDIS 6172721 ARunout side A
61727211B P.HI CIDIS 6172721 ARunout side B
6172 721 1Matrix label A
6172 721 2Matrix label B
France
1977- Label and catalog number
- Disques Yona 6172 721
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
YON 6172721 A DU1CIDIS B A3Runout side A
PHI CIDIS 6172721 B 6172721B A5Runout side B
6172 721 1Matrix label A
6172 721 2Matrix label B
France
1977- Label and catalog number
- Disques Yona 6830 762
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo
US
1977- Label and catalog number
- RCA Victor PD-11247
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
US
1977- Label and catalog number
- RCA JD-11247
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
PD-11247 A-1Runout A side
PD-11247 B-1Runout B side
PD-11247-ALabel A side
PD-11247-BLabel B side
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 10 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1970s8 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | France | Disques Yona 9199 511First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1977 | France | Disques Yona 6830 762First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1977 | France | Disques Yona 6172 721First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1977 | France | Disques Yona 6172 721First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1977 | US | RCA JD-11247First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1977 | US | RCA Victor PD-11247First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1978 | Italy | Dig-It International Records DMX 110717", Single | 7", Single |
| 1978 | Italy | Dig-It International Records DG 11717", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
Year unknown2 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Italy | Dig It International DMX 1000112", 33 ⅓ RPM, Reissue, Stereo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Reissue, Stereo |
| ? | Italy | 12 Inch Stars TIX 0112", 33 ⅓ RPM, Reissue, Stereo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Reissue, Stereo |
Tracklist
- ABlack Jack10:20
- B1Velvet Lies5:25
- B2Fly3:56
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Black Jack are there?
10 vinyl pressings of Black Jack are listed here, from 3 countries, released between 1977 and 1978.
When was Black Jack first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1977, in France, US. One of them is Disques Yona 9199 511.
How do I tell if my copy of Black Jack is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 9199 511, 6172 721, 6830 762, PD-11247) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Black Jack 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.