Europe
1988- Label and catalog number
- Epic EPC 652879 6
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
01 652879 1A1 BRunout, Side A
01 652879 1B1 BRunout, Side B
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Vinyl pressings
Superstitious
by Europe · 1988
30 pressings16 countriesHard RockRock
Superstitious was first pressed on vinyl in 1988. 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 Superstitious
29 pressings came out in 1988, the album's first year, in 16 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.
Europe
1988- Label and catalog number
- Epic EPC 652879 0Epic 652879 0
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
01 652879 1A1 ARunout side A, variant 1
01 652879 1B1 A̷ BRunout side B, variant 1
01 652879 1A1 ARunout side A, variant 2
01 652879 1B1 CRunout side B, variant 2
UK
August 8, 1988- Label and catalog number
- Epic EUR 3
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
EUR-3-A1 B 1Runout side A
EUR-3 B2 Λ 5Runout side B
EUR 3 A*Label side A
EUR 3 B*Label side B
UK
1988- Label and catalog number
- Epic EUR C3
- Format
- 7", Single, Limited Edition · Silver
UK
1988- Label and catalog number
- Epic EUR T3
- Format
- 12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM
UK
1988- Label and catalog number
- Epic EUR Q3
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Poster Sleeve
- Runout / matrix
EUR-3-A1 B 1Runout side A
EUR-3 B2 Λ 5Runout side B
EUR Q3 A*Label side A
EUR Q3 B*Label side B
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 30 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s29 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Argentina | Discos CBS DEP 669First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1988 | Australasia | Epic EPC 652879 6First year12", Maxi-Single | 12", Maxi-Single |
| 1988 | Australia | Epic 652879 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1988 | Australia | Epic 652879 6First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single |
| 1988 | Brazil | CBS 52.126First year12", Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo | 12", Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1988 | Canada | Epic 34-07979First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1988 | Canada | Epic 34-07979 / Epic 34 07979First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1988 | Costa Rica | Epic 7045471First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1988 | Europe | Epic EPC 652879 6First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1988 | Europe | Epic EPC 652879 0 / Epic 652879 0First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1988 | Greece | Epic EPC 652879 6First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1988 | Ireland | Epic EUR 3First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1988 | Japan | Victor SEP-20First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1988 | Mexico | CBS PR-653226First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1988 | Portugal | Epic EPC 652879 0 / Epic 652879 0First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Unknown | Not On Label (Europe (2))12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Picture Disc, Test Pressing, Unofficial Release · Unofficial, Test pressing, Picture disc | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Picture Disc, Test Pressing, Unofficial Release · Unofficial, Test pressing, Picture disc |
Tracklist
- ASuperstitious4:09
- BLights & Shadows4:03
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Superstitious are there?
30 vinyl pressings of Superstitious are listed here, from 16 countries.
When was Superstitious first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1988, in Europe, UK, US, Australasia and more. One of them is Epic EPC 652879 6.
How do I tell if my copy of Superstitious is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use EPC 652879 6, EPC 652879 0, EUR 3, EUR C3) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 01 652879 1A1 B and 01 652879 1B1 B. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Superstitious 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.
