France
1976- Label and catalog number
- Vogue 45.X. 14 041Vogue 45. X. 14041
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
45X14041A¹Hand-etched runout side A
45X14041B¹Hand-etched runout side B
M.P.P.V.Stamped runout both sides
Vinyl pressings
Tubular Bells (Discoversion)
by Champ's Boys Orchestra · 1976
18 pressings11 countriesFunkEasy ListeningJazzFunk / Soul
Tubular Bells (Discoversion) 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 Tubular Bells (Discoversion)
17 pressings came out in 1976, 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.
France
1976- Label and catalog number
- Janus Records 45.X. 14 041Janus Records 45. X. 14041
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
1098-259-S1Hand-etched runout side A
1098-259-S2Hand-etched runout side B
UK
1976- Label and catalog number
- Philips 6006 519Wizard 6006 519
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Solid Centre
- Runout / matrix
6006519 1F // 1 M 11 10A side runout, stamped, variant 1
6006519 2F // 1 M 11 10B side runout, stamped, variant 1
6006519 1F//2 M 11 17A side runout, variant 2
6006519 2F // 1 M 2 13B side runout, variant 2
UK
1976- Label and catalog number
- Philips 6006 519
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Large Centre Hole
- Runout / matrix
6006519 1F // 1 M 11 10A side runout, variant 1
6006519 2F // 1 M 11 10B side runout, variant 1
6006519 1F//2 M 11 6A side runout, variant 2
6006519 2F // 1 M 11 9B side runout, variant 2
US
1976- Label and catalog number
- Janus Records J-259
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
J4318 ZSSB148197-1A GRTA Runout
J4319 ZSSB148198-1A GRTB Runout
4318AA Label
4319BB Label
US
1976- Label and catalog number
- Janus Records J-259
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
J4318E ZSSB148199・1ARunout Side A (Variant 1)
J4319 ZSSB148198・1ARunout Side B (Variant 1)
J4318E GRT ZSSB148199-1AA-Side Runout Etching (Variant 2)
J4319 ZSSB148198-1A GRTB-Side Runout Etching (Variant 2)
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 18 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1970s17 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Australia | Wizard Records ZS-149First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1976 | Australia | Wizard Records ZS-149AFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, White Label · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, White Label · Promo |
| 1976 | Canada | Janus Records 1098-259First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1976 | Canada | Janus Records 1098-259First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1976 | Canada | Janus Records 1098-259First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1976 | Colombia | Swing S3021First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1976 | France | Vogue 45.X. 14 041 / Vogue 45. X. 14041First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1976 | France | Janus Records 45.X. 14 041 / Janus Records 45. X. 14041First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1976 | Germany | Hansa International 17 056 ATFirst year7" | 7" |
| 1976 | Ireland | Philips 6006 519First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1976 | Italy | Vogue IS 20186First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1976 | South Africa | Philips TOS 1085First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1976 | UK | Philips 6006 519 / Wizard 6006 519First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1976 | UK | Philips 6006 519First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1976 | US | Janus Records J-259First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Sweden | Sound Of Scandinavia SOS 10757", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
Tracklist
- ATubular Bells4:10
- BFleur3:28
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Tubular Bells (Discoversion) are there?
18 vinyl pressings of Tubular Bells (Discoversion) are listed here, from 11 countries.
When was Tubular Bells (Discoversion) first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1976, in France, UK, US, Australia and more. One of them is Vogue 45.X. 14 041.
How do I tell if my copy of Tubular Bells (Discoversion) is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 45.X. 14 041, 6006 519, J-259, ZS-149) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 45X14041A¹ and 45X14041B¹. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Tubular Bells (Discoversion) 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.