Scandinavia
1980- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records 7C 062-86231
- Format
- Album, LP
Bob WelchMan Overboard
Vinyl pressings
Man Overboard
by Bob Welch · 1980
14 pressings10 countriesSoft RockRock
Man Overboard was first pressed on vinyl in 1980. 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 Man Overboard
14 pressings came out in 1980, 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.
US
1980- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records SOO-12107
- Format
- LP, Album · Winchester Pressing
- Runout / matrix
MASTERED BY CAPITOLRunout Both Sides, Stamped
─◁ J. LemayRunout Both Sides, Etched
SOO-1-12107 G-5Runout Side A, Etched
SOO-2-12107 F2Runout Side B, Etched
US
1980- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records SOO-12107
- Format
- Album, LP · Los Angeles pressing
- Runout / matrix
SOO-1-12107 F3 . JL B-666 ** MASTERED BY CAPITOLSide A runout (variant 1)
SOO-2-12107 F3 . ** MASTERED BY CAPITOL JLSide B runout (variant 1)
SOO-1-12107 F3 • 1 ✲ ✲ MASTERED BY CAPITOL KP B-666Side A runout (variant 2)
SOO-2-12107 F3 • 2 ✲ ✲ MASTERED BY CAPITOL KPSide B runout (variant 2)
US
1980- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records SOO-12107
- Format
- LP, Album · Jacksonville Press
- Runout / matrix
SOO-1-12107 F1 #1 MASTERED BY CAPITOL 0 KPRunout Both Sides, Etched
SOO-2-12107 F1 MASTERED BY CAPITOL KP 0Runout Side A, Etched
SOO-1-12107Side A Label
SOO-2-12107Side B Label
US
1980- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records SOO-12107
- Format
- LP, Album · Winchester Pressing
- Runout / matrix
MASTERED BY CAPITOLRunout Both Sides, Stamped
ST-1-12107 G-5 ·─◁ ⨂ J.LEMAYRunout Side A, Etched
SOO-2-12107 F2 ·─◁ KPRunout Side B, Etched
SOO-1-12107Label Side A
Australia
1980- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records St.12107
- Format
- Album, LP
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.
1980s14 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Australia | Capitol Records St.12107First yearAlbum, LP | Album, LP |
| 1980 | Canada | Capitol Records SOO-12107First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1980 | France | Capitol Records 2C 070-86231First yearLP, Album, Stereo | LP, Album, Stereo |
| 1980 | Germany | Capitol Records 1 C 064-86 231First yearAlbum, LP | Album, LP |
| 1980 | Japan | Capitol Records ECS-81373First yearLP, Album, Promo · Promo | LP, Album, Promo · Promo |
| 1980 | Japan | Capitol Records ECS-81373First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1980 | Netherlands | Capitol Records 1A 062-86231First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1980 | Scandinavia | Capitol Records 7C 062-86231First yearAlbum, LP | Album, LP |
| 1980 | South Africa | Capitol Records SOO(L) 12107 / Capitol Records SOO (L) 12107First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1980 | Spain | Capitol Records 10C 064-086231 / Capitol Records 10 C064-086.231First yearLP, Album, Stereo | LP, Album, Stereo |
| 1980 | US | Capitol Records SOO-12107First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1980 | US | Capitol Records SOO-12107First yearAlbum, LP | Album, LP |
| 1980 | US | Capitol Records SOO-12107First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1980 | US | Capitol Records SOO-12107First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
Tracklist
- A1Man Overboard4:44
- A2Justine4:09
- A3Nightmare3:25
- A4B6665:15
- B1Don't Rush The Good Things3:40
- B2The Girl Can't Stop3:13
- B3Jealous2:32
- B4Fate Decides3:03
- B5Reason2:43
- B6Those Days Are Gone2:45
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Man Overboard are there?
14 vinyl pressings of Man Overboard are listed here, from 10 countries.
When was Man Overboard first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1980, in Scandinavia, US, Australia, Canada and more. One of them is Capitol Records 7C 062-86231.
How do I tell if my copy of Man Overboard is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 7C 062-86231, SOO-12107, St.12107, 2C 070-86231) 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 Man Overboard 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.
