Austria
1991- Label and catalog number
- GiG Records GIG 666 239
- Format
- 12"
Danube DanceUnique
Vinyl pressings
Unique
by Danube Dance · 1991
15 pressings7 countriesGarage HouseElectronic
Unique 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 Unique
8 pressings came out in 1991, 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.
Austria
1991- Label and catalog number
- GiG Records GIG 666 249
- Format
- 12"
Austria
1991- Label and catalog number
- GiG Records GIG 111 239
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
111239 A HMD.Runout A, etched
111239 B HMD.Runout B, etched
Austria
1991- Label and catalog number
- GiG Records GIG 666 239
- Format
- 12", Promo
UK
1991- Label and catalog number
- Gem Records gemx 005
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
GEMX 005 A¹ MPOA
GEMX 005 [B¹ crossed out] AA¹ MPOAA
Europe
1991- Label and catalog number
- Jive ZB45347Jive ZB 45347
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
203 F-9839 A-1Runout side A, variant 1
203 F-9839 B-1Runout side B, variant 1
203 F-9838̶9 A-1Runout side A, variant 2
203 F-9839 B-1Runout side B, variant 2
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 15 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1990s14 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Austria | GiG Records GIG 666 239First year12" | 12" |
| 1991 | Austria | GiG Records GIG 666 249First year12" | 12" |
| 1991 | Austria | GiG Records GIG 111 239First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1991 | Austria | GiG Records GIG 666 239First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | Europe | Jive ZB45347 / Jive ZB 45347First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1991 | Italy | Flying International FIN 038First year12" | 12" |
| 1991 | Netherlands | Jive ZT 45348First year12" | 12" |
| 1991 | UK | Gem Records gemx 005First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1992 | France | Dance Pool 14-658924-20 / Dance Pool DAN 658924 612" | 12" |
| 1992 | Italy | Flying Records FIN 09512", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1992 | US | TRIBAL America Y-1387912" | 12" |
| 1992 | US | TRIBAL America Y-1387912" | 12" |
| 1993 | France | Dance Pool 658924 8 / Dance Pool 14-658924-2112", Maxi-Single, 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", Maxi-Single, 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1993 | France | Dance Pool DAN 658924 77", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Unknown | GiG Records GIG 666 23912", Test Pressing · Test pressing | 12", Test Pressing · Test pressing |
Tracklist
- AUnique Man (Radio Mix)4:01
- BUnique Man (Mellow Instrumental)3:50
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Unique are there?
15 vinyl pressings of Unique are listed here, from 7 countries, released between 1991 and 1993.
When was Unique first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1991, in Austria, UK, Europe, Italy and more. One of them is GiG Records GIG 666 239.
How do I tell if my copy of Unique is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use GIG 666 239, GIG 666 249, GIG 111 239, gemx 005) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Unique 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.