UK
2005- Label and catalog number
- Data Records DATA 89T
- Format
- 12"
DJ SammyWhy
Vinyl pressings
Why
by DJ Sammy · 2005
11 pressings3 countriesTranceElectronic
Why was first pressed on vinyl in 2005. 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 Why
11 pressings came out in 2005, the album's first year, in 3 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
2005- Label and catalog number
- Data Records DATA89P1
- Format
- 12", White Label · Stickered
UK
2005- Label and catalog number
- Data Records DATA89 P1
- Format
- 12", White Label · Stickered
UK
2005- Label and catalog number
- Data Records DATA89P2
- Format
- 12", White Label · Stickered
US
2005- Label and catalog number
- Robbins 76869-72131-1
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Stereo
US
August 16, 2005- Label and catalog number
- Robbins REAB-72131-1Robbins 76869-72131-1
- Format
- 12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 11 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
2000s11 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Germany | Super M Records SMR 009bFirst year12" | 12" |
| 2005 | Germany | Super M Records SMR 009aFirst year12" | 12" |
| 2005 | Germany | Super M Records SMR 009aFirst year12" | 12" |
| 2005 | UK | Data Records DATA89P2First year12", Promo, 45 RPM, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo, Colored vinyl | 12", Promo, 45 RPM, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo, Colored vinyl |
| 2005 | UK | Data Records DATA 89TFirst year12" | 12" |
| 2005 | UK | Data Records DATA89P1First year12", Promo, 45 RPM, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo, Colored vinyl | 12", Promo, 45 RPM, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo, Colored vinyl |
| 2005 | UK | Data Records DATA89P1First year12", White Label | 12", White Label |
| 2005 | UK | Data Records DATA89 P1First year12", White Label | 12", White Label |
| 2005 | UK | Data Records DATA89P2First year12", White Label | 12", White Label |
| 2005 | US | Robbins 76869-72131-1First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Stereo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Stereo |
| 2005 | US | Robbins REAB-72131-1 / Robbins 76869-72131-1First year12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo | 12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo |
Tracklist
- AWhy (Phunk Investigation Remix)
- BWhy (Phunk Investigation Dub)
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Why are there?
11 vinyl pressings of Why are listed here, from 3 countries.
When was Why first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 2005, in UK, US, Germany. One of them is Data Records DATA 89T.
How do I tell if my copy of Why is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use DATA 89T, DATA89P1, DATA89 P1, DATA89P2) 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 Why 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.
