US
1976- Label and catalog number
- United Artists Records UA-XW921-Y
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Styrene, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
R-1472ⓛ UAST 18027-E FW ÓSide A
FW Ó R-1473ⓛ UAST 18029-Side B
UAST-18027-ELabel Side A
UAST-18029Label Side B
Brass ConstructionHa Cha Cha (Funktion)
Vinyl pressings
Ha Cha Cha (Funktion)
by Brass Construction · 1976
23 pressings13 countriesFunkDiscoElectronicFunk / Soul
Ha Cha Cha (Funktion) was first pressed on vinyl in 1976. 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 Ha Cha Cha (Funktion)
21 pressings came out in 1976, the album's first year, in 13 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
1976- Label and catalog number
- United Artists Records UA-XW921-Y
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Terre Haute Pressing
- Runout / matrix
UAST 18027-E - 2 FWO TISide A Etched, variant 1
UAST18029- 2 FWO TIISide B Etched, variant 1
UAST 18027-E - 2 FWO TIIIISide A Etched, variant 2
UAST 18029- 2 FWO TIIIISide B Etched, variant 2
US
1976- Label and catalog number
- United Artists Records UA-XW921-Y
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
US
1976- Label and catalog number
- United Artists Records UA-XW921-Y
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
R-1472⦶ VAST 18027-E FWC5Side A
FWC5 R-1473⦶ VAST 18029-
US
1976- Label and catalog number
- United Artists Records SP-142
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo
US
1976- Label and catalog number
- United Artists Records UA-XW921-Y
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Promo
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 23 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1970s23 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Australia | United Artists Records K-6667First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1976 | Belgium | United Artists Records 4C 006-98667First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1976 | Canada | United Artists Records UA-XW921-YFirst year7" | 7" |
| 1976 | France | United Artists Records UP 36.205First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1976 | France | United Artists Records UP 36.205First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, White Label · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, White Label · Promo |
| 1976 | Germany | United Artists Records 36 205 ATFirst year7" | 7" |
| 1976 | Greece | United Artists Records UP 36205First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1976 | Italy | United Artists Records UAN 40501First year7" | 7" |
| 1976 | Jamaica | United Artists Records UA-XW921-YFirst year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1976 | Japan | Liberty LLR-20153First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1976 | Japan | Liberty LLR-20153First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1976 | Netherlands | United Artists Records 5C 006-98 667 / United Artists Records 5C 006-98667First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1976 | New Zealand | United Artists Records K 6667First year7" | 7" |
| 1976 | UK | United Artists Records UP 36205First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1976 | UK | United Artists Records UALP 4First year12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
Tracklist
- AHa Cha Cha (Funktion)3:55
- BSambo (Conditions)5:18
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Ha Cha Cha (Funktion) are there?
23 vinyl pressings of Ha Cha Cha (Funktion) are listed here, from 13 countries, released between 1976 and 1977.
When was Ha Cha Cha (Funktion) first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1976, in US, UK, Australia, Belgium and more. One of them is United Artists Records UA-XW921-Y.
How do I tell if my copy of Ha Cha Cha (Funktion) is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use UA-XW921-Y, SP-142, UP 36205, UALP 4) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, R-1472ⓛ UAST 18027-E FW Ó and FW Ó R-1473ⓛ UAST 18029-. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Ha Cha Cha (Funktion) 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.
