UK
1960- Label and catalog number
- London American Recordings 45-HL-W 9257
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
45-MST-4865-1C 1 2BRunout side A
45-MST-4866-1C BB 2BRunout side B
MST.4865Label A
MST.4866Label B
Duane EddyPepe / Lost Friend
Vinyl pressings
Pepe / Lost Friend
by Duane Eddy · 1960
25 pressings13 countriesRock & RollInstrumentalThemeRock
Pepe / Lost Friend was first pressed on vinyl in 1960. 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 Pepe / Lost Friend
8 pressings came out in 1960, the album's first year, in 7 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
1960- Label and catalog number
- London American Recordings 45-HLW 9257
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
45-MST-4865-1CRunout, A-side, stamped
45-MST-4866-1CRunout, B-side, stamped
MST.4865Label, side A, inverted
MST.4866Label, side B, inverted
Belgium
1960- Label and catalog number
- London Records 9-5.215
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
MST9-4865/1A Side
MST9-4866/1B Side
Canada
1960- Label and catalog number
- London Records M. 17142
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
Denmark
1960- Label and catalog number
- London Records 45-HL 9257
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
45-MST-4865-1C C DRunout side A
45-MST-4866-1C GRunout side B
Finland
1960- Label and catalog number
- London American Recordings 45-HL-W 9257
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 25 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1960s21 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | Belgium | London Records 9-5.215First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1960 | Canada | London Records M. 17142First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1960 | Denmark | London Records 45-HL 9257First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1960 | Finland | London American Recordings 45-HL-W 9257First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1960 | New Zealand | London American Recordings NZL-W 605First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1960 | Sweden | London Records 45-HLW 9257First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1960 | UK | London American Recordings 45-HL-W 9257First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1960 | UK | London American Recordings 45-HLW 9257First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1961 | Australia | London Records HL-17487", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1961 | Ireland | London American Recordings 45-HLW92577", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1961 | Italy | London Records 45-HL 92577", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1961 | Italy | London Records 45-HL 92577", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1961 | Japan | London Records LED-1907", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1961 | UK | London American Recordings HLW 92577", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Mono · Promo, Mono | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Mono · Promo, Mono |
| 1961 | US | Jamie 11757", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
Year unknown4 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Australia | London Records HL-17487", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| ? | Italy | London Records 45-HL 92577", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| ? | South Africa | Decca FM 6802Shellac, 10", 78 RPM | Shellac, 10", 78 RPM |
| ? | US | Jamie 11757", 45 RPM, Reissue | 7", 45 RPM, Reissue |
Tracklist
- APepe1:57
- BLost Friend2:20
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Pepe / Lost Friend are there?
25 vinyl pressings of Pepe / Lost Friend are listed here, from 13 countries, released between 1960 and 1961.
When was Pepe / Lost Friend first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1960, in UK, Belgium, Canada, Denmark and more. One of them is London American Recordings 45-HL-W 9257.
How do I tell if my copy of Pepe / Lost Friend is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 45-HL-W 9257, 45-HLW 9257, 9-5.215, M. 17142) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 45-MST-4865-1C 1 2B and 45-MST-4866-1C BB 2B. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Pepe / Lost Friend 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.
