US
1984- Label and catalog number
- Motown 4543MG
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
4543 MGA 67337-15A #13 ZEU KDISC JG WCNYRun-out A-side
4543 MG-B-67134-15B ZEU JM #13 WCNYRun-out B-side
67337Label A-side
67134Label B-side
Dazz BandHot Spot
Vinyl pressings
Hot Spot
by Dazz Band · 1984
22 pressings8 countriesSoulFunkDiscoElectronic
Hot Spot was first pressed on vinyl in 1984. 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 Hot Spot
5 pressings came out in 1984, the album's first year, in 2 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
1984- Label and catalog number
- Motown 4543MG
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo
- Runout / matrix
WCNY 4543 MGA 67337-15A #13 ZEU KDSIC JGRunout Groove Side A
4543 MG-B 67337-15A ZEU HW #13Runout Groove Side B
67337Label Side A
67134Label Side B
US
1984- Label and catalog number
- Motown 4543MG
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo
- Runout / matrix
4543 MGA 67337-15A ZEU KDISC JGSide One Runout
4543 MGB 67134-15A ZEUSide Two Runout
67337Side One Label
67134Side Two Label
US
1984- Label and catalog number
- Motown 4543MG
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo
- Runout / matrix
4543 MGA 67337-15A ZEU KDISC JGSide One Runout
4543 MGB 67134-15A ZEUSide Two Runout
67337Side One Label
67134Side Two Label
Europe
1984- Label and catalog number
- Motown ZB40307
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Stereo
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 22 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s22 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Europe | Motown ZB40307First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1984 | US | Motown 4543MGFirst year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1984 | US | Motown 4543MGFirst year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1984 | US | Motown 4543MGFirst year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1984 | US | Motown 4543MGFirst year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | Unknown | Motown ZT 4030812", White Label | 12", White Label |
| 1985 | Australia | Motown 1800-MF7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Australia & New Zealand | Motown 4543 MG / Motown 4543-MG12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Canada | Motown MD 454312", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | Europe | Motown ZT 4030812", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | Europe | Motown ZT 40308 / Motown ZT-4030812", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1985 | Germany | Motown ZT 4030812", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1985 | Germany | Motown ZB 403077", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1985 | New Zealand | Motown 1800MF7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | UK | Motown ZT 4030812", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
Tracklist
- AHot Spot3:50
- BI've Been Waiting4:32
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Hot Spot are there?
22 vinyl pressings of Hot Spot are listed here, from 8 countries, released between 1984 and 1985.
When was Hot Spot first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1984, in US, Europe. One of them is Motown 4543MG.
How do I tell if my copy of Hot Spot is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 4543MG, ZB40307) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 4543 MGA 67337-15A #13 ZEU KDISC JG WCNY and 4543 MG-B-67134-15B ZEU JM #13 WCNY. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Hot Spot 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.
