UK
April 15, 1991- Label and catalog number
- Parlophone 12R 6288Parlophone 20 4287 6
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
1/A: 12 R 6288 A-1J-1-1 TOWNHOUSE
2/B: 12 R 6288 B-1J-1-1 TOWNHOUSE
EMFChildren
Vinyl pressings
Children
by EMF · 1991
14 pressings6 countriesBreakbeatBig BeatElectronic
Children 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 Children
12 pressings came out in 1991, the album's first year, in 6 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
April 15, 1991- Label and catalog number
- Parlophone R 6288
- Format
- 7", Single
UK
1991- Label and catalog number
- Parlophone 12RX 6288
- Format
- 12", EP, Limited Edition, Numbered
- Runout / matrix
12 RX 6288 A-1U-1-1 TOWNHOUSERunout side A
12 RX 6288 B-1U-1-1Runout side B
UK
1991- Label and catalog number
- Parlophone R 6288
- Format
- 7", Single · Injection-moulded Labels
- Runout / matrix
R 6288 A-2-1-Q1Side A runout, stamped, variant 1
R 6288 B-1U-1-Q2Side B runout, stamped, variant 1
R 6288 A-2-1-Q1Side A runout, stamped, variant 2
R 6288 B-1U-1-Q3Side B runout, stamped, variant 2
UK
1991- Label and catalog number
- Parlophone R 6288
- Format
- 7", Single, Jukebox
UK
1991- Label and catalog number
- Not On Label 12RDJ 6288A
- Format
- 12", Single Sided, Promo
- Runout / matrix
12 RDJ 6288 A-1J-1-1 TOWNHOUSESide A
LP FB 12Side 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.
1990s14 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Australia | Parlophone 2588-7First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1991 | Europe | Parlophone 060 20 4287 6First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1991 | Germany | Parlophone 060 20 4288 6First year12", EP, Limited Edition · Limited | 12", EP, Limited Edition · Limited |
| 1991 | Italy | Parlophone 14 2042876First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1991 | Spain | EMI 052 2042876First year12", Maxi-Single | 12", Maxi-Single |
| 1991 | UK | Parlophone 12RX 6288First year12", EP, Limited Edition, Numbered · Limited, Numbered | 12", EP, Limited Edition, Numbered · Limited, Numbered |
| 1991 | UK | Not On Label 12RDJ 6288AFirst year12", Single Sided, Promo · Promo | 12", Single Sided, Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | UK | Parlophone R 6288First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1991 | UK | Parlophone R 6288First year7", Single, Jukebox | 7", Single, Jukebox |
| 1991 | Europe | Parlophone 060 20 4288 612", Advance, EP, Test Pressing · Test pressing | 12", Advance, EP, Test Pressing · Test pressing |
| 1991 | Europe | Parlophone 060 20 4287 612", Advance, Single, Test Pressing · Test pressing | 12", Advance, Single, Test Pressing · Test pressing |
| 1991 | Europe | Parlophone 006-20 4287 7 / Parlophone 006 20 4287 7First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1991 | UK | Parlophone 12R 6288 / Parlophone 20 4287 6First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | UK | Parlophone R 6288First year7", Single | 7", Single |
Tracklist
- AChildren (Battle For The Minds Of North Amerikkka)7:15
- B1Strange Brew (Live)3:08
- B2Children (Brian O' Blivion Mix)3:55
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Children are there?
14 vinyl pressings of Children are listed here, from 6 countries.
When was Children first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1991, in UK, Europe, Australia, Germany and more. One of them is Parlophone 12R 6288, released April 15, 1991.
How do I tell if my copy of Children is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 12R 6288, R 6288, 12RX 6288, 12RDJ 6288A) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 1/A: 12 R 6288 A-1J-1-1 TOWNHOUSE and 2/B: 12 R 6288 B-1J-1-1 TOWNHOUSE. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Children 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.
