UK
1991- Label and catalog number
- A&M Records AM 822A&M Records 390 822-7
- Format
- 7"
- Runout / matrix
AM 822 A-1U-1-Q1Stamped runout, side A
AM 822 B-1U-1-Q1Stamped runout, side B
COPYMASTERS .Miles.Etched runout, side A
Vinyl pressings
Finally
by Ce Ce Peniston · 1991
31 pressings9 countriesHouseElectronic
Finally was first pressed on vinyl in 1991. 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 Finally
15 pressings came out in 1991, the album's first year, in 6 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
1991- Label and catalog number
- A&M Records 75021 2385 1
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
SRC 75021 2385-E SP1 1-1A-Side Runout Etching
SRC 75021 2385-F -SP1 1-1B-Side Runout Etching
75021 2385 1EA-Side Label
75021 2385 1FB-Side Label
UK
1991- Label and catalog number
- A&M Records AMYDJ 822
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Promo
US
1991- Label and catalog number
- A&M Records 75021 2385 1
- Format
- 12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
75021 2385-1A-ES1 EMW #08789Run-out A-side [etched]
75021 2385-1B-ES-1 EMW #08789XRun-out B-side [etched]
75021 2385-1C-ES1 EMW #08788Run-out C-side [etched]
75021 2385-1D ES1 EMW #08788XRun-out D-side [etched]
US
1991- Label and catalog number
- A&M Records 75021 2385 1
- Format
- 12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM · Black Label
- Runout / matrix
75021 2385-1A-ES1 EMW #08789Run-out A-side [etched]
75021 2385-1B-ES-1 EMW #08789XRun-out B-side [etched]
75021 2385-1C-ES1 EMW #08788Run-out C-side [etched]
75021 2385-1D ES1 EMW #08788XRun-out D-side [etched]
Australia
1991- Label and catalog number
- Polydor 390 822-1
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM · Yellow
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 31 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1990s27 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Australia | Polydor 390 822-1First year12", 45 RPM · Colored vinyl | 12", 45 RPM · Colored vinyl |
| 1991 | Australia | Polydor 390 822-1First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1991 | Europe | A&M PM AM 822 / A&M Records 390 822-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1991 | Europe | A&M PM 390 822-1 / A&M PM AMY 822First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | Europe | A&M Records AM 822 / A&M Records 390 822-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | Europe | A&M PM AMY 822 / A&M PM 390 822-1First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | Europe | A&M Records 390 822-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | France | A&M Records 390 822-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1991 | UK | A&M Records AMYDJ 822First year12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | UK | A&M Records AM 822 / A&M Records 390 822-7First year7" | 7" |
| 1991 | UK & Europe | A&M PM AMY 822 / A&M PM 390 822-1First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1991 | UK & Europe | A&M Records AMY 822 / A&M Records 390 822-1First year12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | US | A&M Records 75021 2385 1First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1991 | US | A&M Records 75021 2385 1First year12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo | 12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo |
| 1991 | US | A&M Records 75021 2385 1First year12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo | 12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo |
2000s3 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | UK | Not On Label (Ce Ce Peniston) CECE00112", Single Sided, Unofficial Release · Unofficial | 12", Single Sided, Unofficial Release · Unofficial |
| 2008 | Unknown | Not On Label (Denzal Park) / Not On Label (Ce Ce Peniston)12", White Label, Single Sided, Unofficial Release · Unofficial | 12", White Label, Single Sided, Unofficial Release · Unofficial |
| 2008 | UK | Not On Label PEN00112", 45 RPM, Single Sided, White Label | 12", 45 RPM, Single Sided, White Label |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Unknown | Not On Label (Ce Ce Peniston) PRO M412", Unofficial Release · Unofficial | 12", Unofficial Release · Unofficial |
Tracklist
- E1Finally (12" Mix)7:01
- E2Finally (Momo Mix)7:04
- E3Finally (7" Mix)4:27
- F1Finally (12" Choice Mix)7:04
- F2Finally (Journey Mix)6:59
- F3Finally (7" Choice)4:06
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Finally are there?
31 vinyl pressings of Finally are listed here, from 9 countries, released between 1991 and 2008.
When was Finally first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1991, in UK, US, Australia, Europe and more. One of them is A&M Records AM 822.
How do I tell if my copy of Finally is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use AM 822, 75021 2385 1, AMYDJ 822, 390 822-1) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, AM 822 A-1U-1-Q1 and AM 822 B-1U-1-Q1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Finally 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.