UK
1987- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VS986-12
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
VS 986 12 A-1U-1-1- DD TOWNHOUSESide A runout
VS 986 12 B-1U-1-1- DDSide B runout
Fra Lippo LippiAngel
Vinyl pressings
Angel
by Fra Lippo Lippi · 1987
10 pressings5 countriesAmbientNew WaveSynth-popElectronic
Angel was first pressed on vinyl in 1987. 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 Angel
10 pressings came out in 1987, the album's first year, in 5 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
1987- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VS986
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
VS 986 A-1U-1-1-x 1 D DRunout stamped side A
VS 986 B-1U-1-1-x 1 D DRunout stamped side B
UK
1987- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VS986-12
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single, White Label
- Runout / matrix
VS 986 12 A-1U-1-1- D TOWNHOUSESide A runout
VS 986 12 B-1U-1-1- DSide B runout
Europe
1987- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 609 305Virgin 609 305-213
- Format
- 12"
Europe
1987- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 109 305Virgin 109 305-100
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
DM DS 109305 A-1/7-87Side A
DM DS 109305 B-1/7-87Side B
France
1987- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 009867
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
M3 356962 9867 A 1A side
M3 356963 9867 B 1B side
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.
1980s10 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Europe | Virgin 609 305 / Virgin 609 305-213First year12" | 12" |
| 1987 | Europe | Virgin 109 305 / Virgin 109 305-100First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1987 | France | Virgin 009867First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1987 | Japan | Virgin VJS-7002First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Japan | Virgin VJS-7002First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1987 | Philippines | Virgin VS-8086 / Virgin VS 986 (BC)First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Philippines | Virgin OC-EP-17185 (VS 986-12)First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1987 | UK | Virgin VS986-12First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1987 | UK | Virgin VS986First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | UK | Virgin VS986-12First year12", 45 RPM, Single, White Label | 12", 45 RPM, Single, White Label |
Tracklist
- AAngel
- BEverytime I See You
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Angel are there?
10 vinyl pressings of Angel are listed here, from 5 countries.
When was Angel first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1987, in UK, Europe, France, Japan and more. One of them is Virgin VS986-12.
How do I tell if my copy of Angel is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use VS986-12, VS986, 609 305, 109 305) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, VS 986 12 A-1U-1-1- DD TOWNHOUSE and VS 986 12 B-1U-1-1- DD. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Angel 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.
