UK
July 29, 1991- Label and catalog number
- Virgin DINST 110
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
EnigmaPrinciples Of Lust
Vinyl pressings
Principles Of Lust
by Enigma · 1991
10 pressings6 countriesDowntempoSynth-popElectronic
Principles Of Lust 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 Principles Of Lust
9 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
July 29, 1991- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 114 391Virgin DINS 110
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
DINS 110 A-1U-1-1 TOWN HOUSE DMM DSide A runout
DINS 110 B-1U-1- TOWN HOUSE DMM DSide B runout
DINS 110-ASide A label
DINS 110-BSide B label
Ecuador
1991- Label and catalog number
- EMI 803-0023
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
Europe
1991- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 114 391Virgin DINS 110
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
105 114391 A1Runout side A, variant 1
105 114391 B1Runout side B, variant 1
105 114391 A-1Runout side A, variant 2
105 114391 B-1Runout side B, variant 2
France
1991- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 95031
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
95031 A PDOA side runout
95031 B PDOB side runout
Germany
1991- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 614 391Virgin DINST 110
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
105 DMS614391 A-1Runout side A, stamped
105 DMS614391 B-1Runout side B, stamped
S 614 391 ALabel side A
S 614 391 BLabel side B
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 10 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1990s10 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Ecuador | EMI 803-0023First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1991 | Ecuador | EMI 803-0023First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | Europe | Virgin 114 391 / Virgin DINS 110First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1991 | France | Virgin 95031First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | Germany | Virgin 614 391 / Virgin DINST 110First year12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1991 | Germany | Virgin 614 596 / Virgin DINSR 110First year12", 45 RPM, Single, Limited Edition · Limited | 12", 45 RPM, Single, Limited Edition · Limited |
| 1991 | Germany | Virgin 614 39112", Test Pressing · Test pressing | 12", Test Pressing · Test pressing |
| 1991 | Italy | Virgin DINST 110First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1991 | UK | Virgin DINST 110First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | UK | Virgin 114 391 / Virgin DINS 110First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Tracklist
- A1Principles Of Lust (Everlasting Lust Mix)5:07
- A2Principles Of Lust (Radio Edit)3:25
- B1Principles Of Lust (Album Version)4:30
- B2Principles Of Lust (Jazz Mix)3:06
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Principles Of Lust are there?
10 vinyl pressings of Principles Of Lust are listed here, from 6 countries.
When was Principles Of Lust first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1991, in UK, Ecuador, Europe, France and more. One of them is Virgin DINST 110, released July 29, 1991.
How do I tell if my copy of Principles Of Lust is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use DINST 110, 114 391, 803-0023, 95031) 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 Principles Of Lust 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.
