US
1977- Label and catalog number
- RSO RS 886
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Styrene, Stereo · PRC Richmond Pressing, Polydor Logo
- Runout / matrix
RS-886-77NP, 3172--S-1, PRC TML-MRunout side A
RS-886-77NP, 3173-S-1, PRC TML-MRunout side B
2090 269On both labels
Eric ClaptonLay Down Sally
Vinyl pressings
Lay Down Sally
by Eric Clapton · 1977
12 pressings3 countriesClassic RockBlues RockRock
Lay Down Sally was first pressed on vinyl in 1977. 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 Lay Down Sally
12 pressings came out in 1977, 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.
US
1977- Label and catalog number
- RSO RS 886
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene · Pitman Pressing
- Runout / matrix
p RS 886 77 NP 3172-S TML-S CP1A-Side Runout Etching, variation 1
p RS 886 77 NP 3173-S CS TML-MB-Side Runout Etching, variation 1
RS 886 77 NP 3172-S TML-M CPA-Side Runout Etching, variation 2
RS 886 77 NP 3173-S CP1 TML-SB-Side Runout Etching, variation 2
US
1977- Label and catalog number
- RSO RS 886
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene
- Runout / matrix
RS 886 77NP 3172-S TML-M CS S5A Side etched
RS 886 77NP 3173-S CS TML-M S5B Side etched
US
1977- Label and catalog number
- RSO RS 886
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene · PRC Pressing
- Runout / matrix
RS-886-77NP 3172-S PRC TML-MEtched Side A, except TML-M stamped
RS 886 77NP 3173-S PRC TML-M-1-111 PRCEtched Side B, except TML-M stamped
US
1977- Label and catalog number
- RSO RS 886
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Styrene, Stereo · PRC Richmond Pressing
- Runout / matrix
RS-886-77NP 3172-S-1 PRC TML-M-11-1Runout A
RS 886 77NP 3173-S-1 PRC TML-M-1-111Runout B
77 NP 3172Label A
77 NP 3173Label B
US
1977- Label and catalog number
- RSO RS 886
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene · Pitman Pressing
- Runout / matrix
p RS 886 77 NP 3172 S TML-M CSA runout
p RS 886 77 NP 3173 S TML-M CSB runout
77 NP 3172 SA label
77 NP 3173 SB label
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 12 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1970s12 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | Canada | RSO RS 886First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1977 | Canada | RSO RS 886First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Misprint | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Misprint |
| 1977 | Philippines | RSO RSO-873-040First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1977 | US | RSO RS 886First year7", 45 RPM, Styrene, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Styrene, Stereo |
| 1977 | US | RSO RS 886First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene |
| 1977 | US | RSO RS 886First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene |
| 1977 | US | RSO RS 886First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene |
| 1977 | US | RSO RS 886 / RSO 2090 269First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo, Mono · Promo, Mono | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo, Mono · Promo, Mono |
| 1977 | US | RSO RS 886First year7", 45 RPM, Styrene, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Styrene, Stereo |
| 1977 | US | RSO RS 886First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene |
| 1977 | US | RSO RS 886 / RSO 2090 269First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1977 | US | RSO RS 886First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene |
Tracklist
- ALay Down Sally3:20
- BNext Time You See Her3:58
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Lay Down Sally are there?
12 vinyl pressings of Lay Down Sally are listed here, from 3 countries.
When was Lay Down Sally first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1977, in US, Canada, Philippines. One of them is RSO RS 886.
How do I tell if my copy of Lay Down Sally is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use RS 886, RSO-873-040) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, RS-886-77NP, 3172--S-1, PRC TML-M and RS-886-77NP, 3173-S-1, PRC TML-M. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Lay Down Sally 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.
