UK
1990- Label and catalog number
- Siren SRNT 133
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
SRNT 133-A1USide A label
SRNT 133-B1USide B label
BreatheSay A Prayer
Vinyl pressings
Say A Prayer
by Breathe · 1990
16 pressings5 countriesSynth-popElectronic
Say A Prayer was first pressed on vinyl in 1990. 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 Say A Prayer
14 pressings came out in 1990, the album's first year, in 5 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.
UK
1990- Label and catalog number
- Siren SRN 133Siren 613 792
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
SRN 133 A-2U-1- Q 2 MFRunout stamped/etched side A
SRN 133 B-2U-1- Q 2 MFS̶Runout stamped/etched side B
SRN 133ALabel side A
SRN 133BLabel side B
UK
1990- Label and catalog number
- Siren SRNBX 133Siren SRN 133
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Limited Edition, Stereo · Box Set with 3 Photographic Prints
- Runout / matrix
BRN 133 A-2U-1-Q 2 [MF combined]Runout side A
BRN 133 B-2U-1-Q 2 [MF combined] S̶Runout side B
UK
1990- Label and catalog number
- Siren SRN 133DJ
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Stereo
UK
1990- Label and catalog number
- Siren SRNT 133
- Format
- 12", White Label
UK
1990- Label and catalog number
- Siren SRN 133Siren 613 792
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Stereo · Paper Labels
- Runout / matrix
SRN 133 A-2U-1-1 [MF combined]Runout side A
SRN 133 B-2U-1-1 [MFcombined] S̶Runout side B
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 16 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1990s15 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Australia | Virgin SRN 133First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1990 | Australia | Virgin SRNT 133First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1990 | Europe | Virgin 113 792 / Siren SRN 133First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1990 | Europe | Siren 613 792 / Siren SRNT 133First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1990 | Philippines | Virgin VAS-90-4062First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1990 | UK | Siren SRNT 133First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1990 | UK | Siren SRN 133 / Siren 613 792First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1990 | UK | Siren SRNBX 133 / Siren SRN 133First year7", 45 RPM, Limited Edition, Stereo · Limited | 7", 45 RPM, Limited Edition, Stereo · Limited |
| 1990 | UK | Siren SRN 133DJFirst year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1990 | UK | Siren SRNT 133First year12", White Label | 12", White Label |
| 1990 | UK | Siren SRN 133 / Siren 613 792First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1990 | US | A&M Records 75021 2337 1First year12" | 12" |
| 1990 | US | A&M Records 75021 2337 1First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1990 | US | A&M Records 75021 2337 1First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single |
| 1991 | Philippines | Virgin VAE-91-2025 / Siren SRNT 13312", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Philippines | Virgin VAS-90-40627", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
Tracklist
- A1Say A Prayer (Oh Mercy's House Mix)
- A2Say A Prayer (Dub)
- B1Save My Soul (Vocal Mix)
- B2Save My Soul (Dub)
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Say A Prayer are there?
16 vinyl pressings of Say A Prayer are listed here, from 5 countries, released between 1990 and 1991.
When was Say A Prayer first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1990, in UK, US, Australia, Europe and more. One of them is Siren SRNT 133.
How do I tell if my copy of Say A Prayer is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use SRNT 133, SRN 133, SRNBX 133, SRN 133DJ) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, SRNT 133-A1U and SRNT 133-B1U. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Say A Prayer 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.
