Europe
1986- Label and catalog number
- CBS CBS 650057 6
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
01-650057-2A-1 Astamped Runout A-Side
01-650057-1B-1 Astamped Runout B-Side
01-650057-1Label Matrix A-Side
01-650057-2Label Matrix B-Side
Vinyl pressings
A Matter Of Trust
by Billy Joel · 1986
21 pressings12 countriesPop RockRock
A Matter Of Trust was first pressed on vinyl in 1986. 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 A Matter Of Trust
21 pressings came out in 1986, the album's first year, in 12 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
1986- Label and catalog number
- CBS CBS 650057 7Family Productions CBS 650057 7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
01-650057-1A1Runout side A, etched, variant 1
01-650057-1B1Runout side B, etched, variant 1
01-650057-1A1 ARunout side A, etched, variant 2
01-650057-1B1 ARunout side B, etched, variant 2
US
July 1986- Label and catalog number
- Columbia 38-06108Family Productions 38-06108
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Styrene · Carrollton Pressing
- Runout / matrix
ZSS 175176 1E G1 STERLINGRunout A etched (sᴛᴇʀʟɪɴɢ stamp)
ZSS 175177 1E ᴇ G1 STERLINGRunout B etched (sᴛᴇʀʟɪɴɢ stamp)
ZSS 175176Label A
ZSS 175177Label B
UK
September 1, 1986- Label and catalog number
- CBS 650057 7Family Productions 650057 7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
650057-7 A1 14 ΛRunout side A
650057-7 B1 10 ΛRunout side B
650057 7 A*Label side A
650057 7 B*Label side B
UK
1986- Label and catalog number
- CBS 650057 6
- Format
- 12", Maxi-Single
UK
1986- Label and catalog number
- CBS 650057 7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 21 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s21 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Canada | Columbia 38 06108 / Family Productions 38 06108First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1986 | Europe | CBS CBS 650057 6First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1986 | Europe | CBS CBS 650057 7 / Family Productions CBS 650057 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1986 | Japan | CBS/Sony 07SP 970 / CBS/Sony XDSP-93077First year7", Promo, Stereo · Promo | 7", Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1986 | Japan | CBS/Sony 07SP 970First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1986 | New Zealand | CBS BA 3451First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1986 | Philippines | CBS CS-10141First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1986 | Portugal | CBS CBS 650057 7First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1986 | South Africa | CBS SSC 5972First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1986 | Spain | CBS CBS 650057 7First year7", Single Sided, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", Single Sided, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1986 | Spain | CBS CBS 650057 7First year7", Single Sided, Single | 7", Single Sided, Single |
| 1986 | UK | CBS 650057 6First year12", Maxi-Single | 12", Maxi-Single |
| 1986 | UK | CBS 650057 7First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1986 | UK | CBS 650057 6First year12", Maxi-Single | 12", Maxi-Single |
| 1986 | US | Columbia 38-06108 / Family Productions 38-06108First year7", 45 RPM, Styrene, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Styrene, Stereo |
Tracklist
- AA Matter Of Trust4:08
- BGetting Closer4:59
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of A Matter Of Trust are there?
21 vinyl pressings of A Matter Of Trust are listed here, from 12 countries.
When was A Matter Of Trust first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1986, in Europe, US, UK, Australia and more. One of them is CBS CBS 650057 6.
How do I tell if my copy of A Matter Of Trust is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use CBS 650057 6, CBS 650057 7, 38-06108, 650057 7) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 01-650057-2A-1 A and 01-650057-1B-1 A. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is A Matter Of Trust 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.
