Germany
1983- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records 1C K 052 2000136
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single
- Runout / matrix
2000136 - A1 - CSide A, Stamped
2000136 - B1 - CSide B, Stamped
1C K 052 2000136Label
George ClintonNubian Nut
Vinyl pressings
Nubian Nut
by George Clinton · 1983
12 pressings5 countriesP.FunkElectroElectronicFunk / Soul
Nubian Nut was first pressed on vinyl in 1983. 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 Nubian Nut
11 pressings came out in 1983, 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.
Germany
1983- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records 1C006 2000137
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo
UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records 12CL 319
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records CL 319
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
CL 319 A-1-1-1↽1Runout Side A, stamped
CL 319 B-1-1-1↽1Runout Side B, stamped
US
1983- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records 8572
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
8572-98836-Z.Zside 1
8572-98594-Z.Zside 2
US
1983- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records B-5296
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Winchester Pressing
- Runout / matrix
S-45-B 5296 # 98836-A G-S ·─◁ ℇ2 MASTERED BY CAPITOLRunout A
S-45-B 5296 # 98594 G-3 ℇ2 MASTERED BY CAPITOL ·─◁Runout B
S98836ALabel A
S98594Label 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.
1980s12 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Canada | Capitol Records 75050First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1983 | Europe | Capitol Records 1C 006 2000137 / EMI Electrola 1C 006 2000137First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | Germany | Capitol Records 1C K 052 2000136First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1983 | Germany | Capitol Records 1C006 2000137First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1983 | Germany | Capitol Records 200013612", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Test Pressing, Stereo · Test pressing | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Test Pressing, Stereo · Test pressing |
| 1983 | UK | Capitol Records 12CL 319First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1983 | UK | Capitol Records CL 319First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | US | Capitol Records 8572First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single |
| 1983 | US | Capitol Records SPRO-9038 / 9039First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1983 | US | Capitol Records B-5296First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | US | Capitol Records P-B-5296First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1983 | US | Capitol Records B-5296First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Tracklist
- ANubian Nut5:59
- BFree Alterations4:15
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Nubian Nut are there?
12 vinyl pressings of Nubian Nut are listed here, from 5 countries.
When was Nubian Nut first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1983, in Germany, UK, US, Canada and more. One of them is Capitol Records 1C K 052 2000136.
How do I tell if my copy of Nubian Nut is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 1C K 052 2000136, 1C006 2000137, 12CL 319, CL 319) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 2000136 - A1 - C and 2000136 - B1 - C. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Nubian Nut 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.
