UK
October 22, 1990- Label and catalog number
- Parlophone 12R 6273
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
12 R 6273 A-1U-1-1 EPSON - FUNKIN MAD TOWNHOUSERunout side A
12 R 6273 B-1U-1-1Runout side B
Vinyl pressings
Unbelievable
by EMF · 1990
28 pressings11 countriesBig BeatElectronic
Unbelievable was first pressed on vinyl in 1990. 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 Unbelievable
17 pressings came out in 1990, 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
October 22, 1990- Label and catalog number
- Parlophone R 6273Parlophone 20 4098 7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Injection-moulded labels
- Runout / matrix
R 6273 A-1U-1- Q3Side A, stamped
R 6273 A-1U-1- Q3Side B, stamped
UK
October 22, 1990- Label and catalog number
- Parlophone R 6273Parlophone 20 4098 7
- Format
- 7", Single · Paper Labels
- Runout / matrix
R 6273 A-1U-1-2Side A Runout, Stamped
R 6273 B-1U-1-2Side B Runout, Stamped
UK
October 22, 1990- Label and catalog number
- Parlophone R 6273Parlophone 20 4098 7
- Format
- 7", Single · Paper Labels
- Runout / matrix
R 6273 A-1U-1-2Runout, variant 1, side A
R 6273 B-1U-1-2Runout, variant 1, side B
R 6273ALabel side A
R 6273BLabel side B
UK
October 22, 1990- Label and catalog number
- Parlophone R 6273Parlophone 20 4098 7
- Format
- 7", Single · Paper Labels
- Runout / matrix
R 6273 A-1U-1-1 LYN-27563 UISide A
R 6273 B-1U-1-1 LYN-27564 UISide B
UK
1990- Label and catalog number
- Parlophone 12RX 6273
- Format
- 12"
- Runout / matrix
12 RX 6273 A-1- 1-2 DSide One, stamped
12 RX 6273 B-1-1-1 DSide Two, stamped
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 28 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1990s28 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Australia | Parlophone 120 466-6 / EMI 120 466-6First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1990 | Europe | Parlophone 060 20 4098 6First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1990 | Europe | Parlophone 006-20 4098 7 / Parlophone 006 20 4098 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1990 | Europe | Parlophone 006-20 4098 7 / Parlophone 006 20 4098 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1990 | France | Parlophone SP 1545First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1990 | France | Parlophone 2040986First year12" | 12" |
| 1990 | Germany | Parlophone 060-20 4124 6 / EMI 060-20 4124 6First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1990 | Italy | Parlophone 14 2040986First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1990 | Spain | EMI 052 2040986First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1990 | UK | Parlophone 12RX 6273First year12" | 12" |
| 1990 | UK | Parlophone 12RDJ 6273First year12", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, White Label · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, White Label · Promo |
| 1990 | UK | Parlophone 12RX 6273First year12", White Label | 12", White Label |
| 1990 | UK | Parlophone 12R 6273First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1990 | UK | Parlophone R 6273 / Parlophone 20 4098 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1990 | UK | Parlophone R 6273 / Parlophone 20 4098 7First year7", Single | 7", Single |
Tracklist
- AUnbelievable (The Cin City Sex Mix)5:14
- B1Unbelievable3:30
- B2EMF (Live At The Bilson)3:53
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Unbelievable are there?
28 vinyl pressings of Unbelievable are listed here, from 11 countries, released between 1990 and 1991.
When was Unbelievable first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1990, in UK, Australia, Europe, France and more. One of them is Parlophone 12R 6273, released October 22, 1990.
How do I tell if my copy of Unbelievable is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 12R 6273, R 6273, 12RX 6273, 12RDJ 6273) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 12 R 6273 A-1U-1-1 EPSON - FUNKIN MAD TOWNHOUSE and 12 R 6273 B-1U-1-1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Unbelievable 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.
