UK
1989- Label and catalog number
- Jive JIVE 209
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Silver Sprayed Labels
- Runout / matrix
SNA JIVE 209 A1 ƱTOPIA.MSRunout etched side A
SNA JIVE 209 B1Runout etched side B
DamianThe Time Warp
Vinyl pressings
The Time Warp
by Damian · 1989
18 pressings8 countriesHi NRGDiscoElectronic
The Time Warp was first pressed on vinyl in 1989. 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 The Time Warp
15 pressings came out in 1989, 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.
UK
1989- Label and catalog number
- Jive JIVE T 209
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · B&W Sleeve
- Runout / matrix
JIVE T 209 - A1 [Lyre]topia MSSide A runout
JIVE T 209 - B1Side B runout
UK
1989- Label and catalog number
- Jive JIVE 209
- Format
- 7", Single · Blue Labels
- Runout / matrix
JIVE 209-A2 DAMONT ƱTOPIA MS ESide A Runout, Etched
JIVE 209 B2 9JU3 DSide B Runout, Etched
JIVE 209A*Side A Label
JIVE 209B*Side B Label
UK
1989- Label and catalog number
- Jive JIVE T 209
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single · Coloured Sleeve
- Runout / matrix
DAMONT
JIVE T 209 A2A-Side
JIVE T 209 B2B-Side
[Lyre]topia MSA Side
UK
1989- Label and catalog number
- Jive JIVE 209
- Format
- 7", Single · Silver Injected Labels
- Runout / matrix
JIVE 209 A - 4U - 1 - Q1Runout side A, variant 1
JIVE 209 B - 4U - 1 - Q2Runout side B, variant 1
JIVE 209 A - 4U - 1 - Q1Runout side A, variant 2
JIVE 209 B - 4U - 1 - Q1Runout side B, variant 2
UK
1989- Label and catalog number
- Jive JIVE 209
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Paper labels
- Runout / matrix
JIVE 209A*A-Side Label
JIVE 209B*B-Side Label
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.
1980s15 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Australia | Jive JIVE 209First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1989 | Australia | Jive JIVE T209First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1989 | Europe | Jive ZB43213First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1989 | Italy | Jive ZB 43213First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1989 | Spain | Jive 3A ZT 43214First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1989 | Spain | Jive 1A ZB 43213First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1989 | UK | Jive JIVE 209First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1989 | UK | Jive JIVE T 209First year12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1989 | UK | Jive JIVE 209First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1989 | UK | Jive JIVE T 209First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1989 | UK | Jive JIVE 209First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1989 | UK | Jive JIVE 209First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1989 | UK | Jive JIVE 209First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1989 | UK & Europe | Jive ZT43214 / Jive ZT 43214First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1989 | UK & Europe | Not On Label PROMO 22First year12", Single, Promo · Promo | 12", Single, Promo · Promo |
1990s3 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Germany | Jive 1426-1-JD12" | 12" |
| 1990 | US | Jive 1426-1-JDAB / Jive 1426-1-JD12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo | 12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo |
| 1990 | US | Jive 1426-1-JD12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
Tracklist
- AThe Time Warp (PWL Remix)4:03
- BFight For What You Believe4:20
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of The Time Warp are there?
18 vinyl pressings of The Time Warp are listed here, from 8 countries, released between 1989 and 1990.
When was The Time Warp first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1989, in UK, Australia, Europe, Italy and more. One of them is Jive JIVE 209.
How do I tell if my copy of The Time Warp is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use JIVE 209, JIVE T 209, JIVE T209, ZB43213) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, SNA JIVE 209 A1 ƱTOPIA.MS and SNA JIVE 209 B1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is The Time Warp 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.