US
1986- Label and catalog number
- Gordy 1872 GF
- Format
- 7"
General KaneHairdooz
Vinyl pressings
Hairdooz
by General Kane · 1986
13 pressings4 countriesRnB/SwingElectroElectronicHip Hop
Hairdooz was first pressed on vinyl in 1986. 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 Hairdooz
13 pressings came out in 1986, the album's first year, in 4 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
1986- Label and catalog number
- Gordy 4571GG
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
4571-GGA-67633/67631-15B ZAI #12Runout side A
4571-GGB-67634/67632-15A ZAI #12Runout side B
US
1986- Label and catalog number
- Gordy 1872GF
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
US
1986- Label and catalog number
- Gordy 4571GG
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo
US
1986- Label and catalog number
- Gordy 1872 GF
- Format
- 7", Promo
US
1986- Label and catalog number
- Gordy 1872 GF
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 13 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s13 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Canada | Gordy GK-8659First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1986 | Canada | Gordy 1872First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1986 | Germany | Motown ZB 41085First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1986 | Germany | Motown ZT 41086First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1986 | UK | Motown ZT 41034First year12" | 12" |
| 1986 | UK | Motown ZT41034DJFirst year12", Single, Promo · Promo | 12", Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1986 | UK | Motown ZB 41033First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1986 | US | Gordy 4571GGFirst year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1986 | US | Gordy 1872 GFFirst year7" | 7" |
| 1986 | US | Gordy 1872 GFFirst year7", Promo · Promo | 7", Promo · Promo |
| 1986 | US | Gordy 4571GGFirst year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1986 | US | Gordy 1872GFFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1986 | US | Gordy 1872 GFFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
Tracklist
- A1Hairdooz (12" Version)5:02
- A2Hairdooz (7" Version)4:12
- B1Hairdooz (Instrumental)5:04
- B2Cuttin' It Up4:46
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Hairdooz are there?
13 vinyl pressings of Hairdooz are listed here, from 4 countries.
When was Hairdooz first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1986, in US, UK, Canada, Germany. One of them is Gordy 1872 GF.
How do I tell if my copy of Hairdooz is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 1872 GF, 4571GG, 1872GF, ZT 41034) 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 Hairdooz 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.