UK
June 15, 1992- Label and catalog number
- Vertigo DSTR 19Vertigo 866 966-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Paper Labels
- Runout / matrix
DSTR 19-A1 [SNA stamp] Ⅱ COPYMASTERS. Miles.Runout side A
DSTR 19 B1 [SNA stamp] COPYMASTERS. TA MARK.Runout side B
Dire StraitsThe Bug
Vinyl pressings
The Bug
by Dire Straits · 1992
14 pressings6 countriesPop
The Bug was first pressed on vinyl in 1992. 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 Bug
12 pressings came out in 1992, 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.
UK
1992- Label and catalog number
- Vertigo DSTR 19Vertigo 866 966-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Silver Injected Labels
- Runout / matrix
DSTR 19-A1 [SNA stamp] COPYMASTERS. Miles.Runout side A
DSTR 19 B1 [SNA stamp] COPYMASTERS. TA MARK.Runout side B
UK
1992- Label and catalog number
- Vertigo DSTR 1912Vertigo 866 967-1
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
DSTR 1912 A1Side A runout, variant 1
DSTR 1912 B1Side B runout, variant 1
DSTR 1912 A1 [SNA logo] COPYMASTERS.Miles.Side A runout, variant 2
DSTR 1912 B1 [SNA logo] COPYMASTERS.LINDA.X.Side B runout, variant 2
UK
1992- Label and catalog number
- Vertigo DSTR 19
- Format
- 7", Advance
- Runout / matrix
COPYMASTERS MILESSide A runout
COPYMASTES TA MARKSide B runout
Europe
1992- Label and catalog number
- Vertigo 866 966-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
866966-7-A1Runout A, stamped
866966-7-B1Runout B, stamped
Europe
1992- Label and catalog number
- Vertigo 866 967-1
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
866 967 1 S1=1 670 07 12Runout side A
866 967 1 S2=1 670 07 1 112Runout side B
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 14 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1990s13 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Europe | Vertigo 866 966-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1992 | Europe | Vertigo 866 967-1First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1992 | France | Vertigo 864 114-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1992 | France | Vertigo 864 115-1First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1992 | Netherlands | Vertigo 866 966-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1992 | Spain | Vertigo STRAIT 1First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1992 | Spain | Vertigo STRAIT 1 / Vertigo strait 1First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Numbered, Promo, Special Edition · Promo, Numbered | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Numbered, Promo, Special Edition · Promo, Numbered |
| 1992 | Spain | Vertigo STRAIT 1First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1992 | UK | Vertigo DSTR 19 / Vertigo 866 966-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1992 | UK | Vertigo DSTR 1912 / Vertigo 866 967-1First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1992 | UK | Vertigo DSTR 191212", Test Pressing · Test pressing | 12", Test Pressing · Test pressing |
| 1992 | UK | Vertigo DSTR 19First year7", Advance | 7", Advance |
| 1992 | UK | Vertigo DSTR 19 / Vertigo 866 966-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Poland | Art & Muzyka ARM - 23131 - 1Flexi-disc, 5", 45 RPM, Single Sided, Card Backed, Limited Edition, Picture Disc, Unofficial Release, Mono · Unofficial, Mono, Limited, Picture disc | Flexi-disc, 5", 45 RPM, Single Sided, Card Backed, Limited Edition, Picture Disc, Unofficial Release, Mono · Unofficial, Mono, Limited, Picture disc |
Tracklist
- AThe Bug
- BTwisting By The Pool
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of The Bug are there?
14 vinyl pressings of The Bug are listed here, from 6 countries.
When was The Bug first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1992, in UK, Europe, France, Netherlands and more. One of them is Vertigo DSTR 19, released June 15, 1992.
How do I tell if my copy of The Bug is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use DSTR 19, DSTR 1912, 866 966-7, 866 967-1) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, DSTR 19-A1 [SNA stamp] Ⅱ COPYMASTERS. Miles. and DSTR 19 B1 [SNA stamp] COPYMASTERS. TA MARK.. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is The Bug 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.
