US
1961- Label and catalog number
- Hi Records 45-2038
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
HI 2142Label A
HI 2143Label B
Bill Black's ComboMovin' / Honky Train
Vinyl pressings
Movin' / Honky Train
by Bill Black's Combo · 1961
14 pressings8 countriesInstrumentalRock & RollRock
Movin' / Honky Train was first pressed on vinyl in 1961. 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 Movin' / Honky Train
13 pressings came out in 1961, the album's first year, in 7 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.
US
1961- Label and catalog number
- Hi Records 45-2038
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene · Bridgeport Pressing
- Runout / matrix
HI-2142-1B .. Bell SoundRunout A
HI-2143-1B .. Bell SoundRunout B
HI 2142Label A
HI 2143Label B
US
1961- Label and catalog number
- Hi Records 45-2038
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Hollywood Pressing
- Runout / matrix
HI-2142-1G [Bell Sound] HHRunout side A, etched [stamped]
HI-2143-1G [Bell Sound] HRunout side B, etched [stamped]
HI 2142Label A
HI 2143Label B
US
1961- Label and catalog number
- Hi Records 45-2038
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene · Hollywood Pressing
- Runout / matrix
HI-2142-1B Bell SoundRunout a
HI-2143-1C Bell SoundRunout B
HI 2142Label A
HI 2143Label B
US
1961- Label and catalog number
- Hi Records 45-2038
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Silver Label Type
- Runout / matrix
HI 2142Label A
HI 2143Label B
US
1961- Label and catalog number
- Hi Records 45-2038
- Format
- 7", Single
- Runout / matrix
Side A: HI-2142-1E T1 etched Bell Sound stamp
Side B: HI-2143-1E T1 etched Bell Sound stamp
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.
1960s13 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | Australia | London Records HL-1882First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1961 | Belgium | London Records 9-5.300First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1961 | Canada | Hi Records HI 2038First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1961 | Denmark | London Records HL 9436First year7" | 7" |
| 1961 | Germany | London Records DL 20 475First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1961 | UK | London Records 45-HLU-9436First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1961 | UK | London Records HLU-9436First year7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1961 | US | Hi Records 45-2038First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1961 | US | Hi Records 45-2038First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene |
| 1961 | US | Hi Records 45-2038First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1961 | US | Hi Records 45-2038First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene |
| 1961 | US | Hi Records 45-2038First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1961 | US | Hi Records 45-2038First year7", Single | 7", Single |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | South Africa | London International PD.7-84867", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
Tracklist
- AMovin'2:01
- BHonky Train2:00
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Movin' / Honky Train are there?
14 vinyl pressings of Movin' / Honky Train are listed here, from 8 countries.
When was Movin' / Honky Train first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1961, in US, UK, Australia, Belgium and more. One of them is Hi Records 45-2038.
How do I tell if my copy of Movin' / Honky Train is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 45-2038, 45-HLU-9436, HLU-9436, HL-1882) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, HI 2142 and HI 2143. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Movin' / Honky Train 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.
