US
1979- Label and catalog number
- Midsong International MSI 008Midsong International MSI-008
- Format
- LP, Album
- Runout / matrix
MSI 008 AS-1A (SJR) LF/JFEtched side A
M S I - 0 0 8 -B S - 1A I ɔEtched side B
FerraraWuthering Heights
Vinyl pressings
Wuthering Heights
by Ferrara · 1979
12 pressings8 countriesDiscoElectronic
Wuthering Heights was first pressed on vinyl in 1979. 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 Wuthering Heights
11 pressings came out in 1979, the album's first year, in 8 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
1979- Label and catalog number
- Midsong International MSI 008Midsong International MSI-008
- Format
- LP, Album, Promo
- Runout / matrix
MSI-008 AS-1A SJR LF/JFSide A runout area
MSI-008-BS-1ASide B runout area
Canada
1979- Label and catalog number
- Midsong International MSI-008
- Format
- LP, Album
France
1979- Label and catalog number
- Midsong International MD. 1508Midsong International MD 1508
- Format
- LP, Album, Limited Edition, Mixed · Blue, Translucent
France
1979- Label and catalog number
- Midsong International MD. 1508
- Format
- LP, Album, Limited Edition · Yellow Vinyl
France
1979- Label and catalog number
- Midsong International MD. 1508
- Format
- LP, Album, Limited Edition · Orange Vinyl
- Runout / matrix
MD 1508 A (etched) M P.P. V (stamped)Runout Side A
MD 1508 B (etched) M P.P. V (stamped)Runout Side B
MD. 1508 ALabel Side A
MD. 1508 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Canada | Midsong International MSI-008First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1979 | France | Midsong International MD. 1508 / Midsong International MD 1508First yearLP, Album, Limited Edition, Mixed · Limited, Colored vinyl | LP, Album, Limited Edition, Mixed · Limited, Colored vinyl |
| 1979 | France | Midsong International MD. 1508First yearLP, Album, Limited Edition · Limited, Colored vinyl | LP, Album, Limited Edition · Limited, Colored vinyl |
| 1979 | France | Midsong International MD. 1508First yearLP, Album, Limited Edition · Limited, Colored vinyl | LP, Album, Limited Edition · Limited, Colored vinyl |
| 1979 | Mexico | Polydor LPR 16300First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1979 | Philippines | Polydor MSI 008 / Midsong International MSI-008First yearLP, Album, Stereo | LP, Album, Stereo |
| 1979 | Portugal | Midsong International 2-47.023First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1979 | Singapore, Malaysia & Hong Kong | Polydor 2310 671First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1979 | Spain | Midsong International 2-47.023First yearLP, Album, Stereo, Mono · Mono | LP, Album, Stereo, Mono · Mono |
| 1979 | US | Midsong International MSI 008 / Midsong International MSI-008First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1979 | US | Midsong InternationalLP, Album, Test Pressing · Test pressing | LP, Album, Test Pressing · Test pressing |
| 1979 | US | Midsong International MSI 008 / Midsong International MSI-008First yearLP, Album, Promo · Promo | LP, Album, Promo · Promo |
Tracklist
- A1Wuthering Heights (Act I)6:36
- A2Wuthering Heights (Act II)4:12
- A3Wuthering Heights (Act III)4:03
- B1Shake It Baby Love6:51
- B2Love Eyes5:53
- B3Love Attack3:27
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Wuthering Heights are there?
12 vinyl pressings of Wuthering Heights are listed here, from 8 countries.
When was Wuthering Heights first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1979, in US, Canada, France, Mexico and more. One of them is Midsong International MSI 008.
How do I tell if my copy of Wuthering Heights is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use MSI 008, MSI-008, MD. 1508, LPR 16300) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, MSI 008 AS-1A (SJR) LF/JF and M S I - 0 0 8 -B S - 1A I ɔ. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Wuthering Heights 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.