France
1980- Label and catalog number
- Zagora 6010 240
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
2AG 010 6010240 1Y POLYGRAM = 1Runout stamped side A
2AG 010 6010240 2Y POLYGRAM = 1Runout stamped side B
6010 240 1Label side A
6010 240 2Label side B
Vinyl pressings
Mariana
by Gibson Brothers · 1980
19 pressings11 countriesDiscoElectronic
Mariana was first pressed on vinyl in 1980. 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 Mariana
19 pressings came out in 1980, the album's first year, in 11 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
1980- Label and catalog number
- Island Records WIP 6617
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
WIP 6617 A-1U JONZRunout side A
WIP 6617 B-1U SOUND CLINICRunout side B
WIP 6617-ALabel side A
WIP 6617-BLabel side B
UK
1980- Label and catalog number
- Island Records WIP 6617
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo
UK
1980- Label and catalog number
- Island Records WIP 6617
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Misprint
- Runout / matrix
WIP 6617 A-1U 16 JONZ 1Side A runout stamped
WIP 6617 B-1U G SOUND CLINIC 1Side B runout stamped
WIP 6617-ASide A label matrix
WIP 6617-BSide B label matrix
UK
1980- Label and catalog number
- Island Records WIP 6617
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Misprint
- Runout / matrix
WIP 6617 A-1U 2 JONZ 1Side A runout, stamped & (etched)
WIP 6617 B-1U 1O SOUND CLINIC 1Side B runout, stamped & (etched)
WIP 6617-ASide A label matrix
WIP 6617-BSide B label matrix
Argentina
1980- Label and catalog number
- Microfon 3877-9246
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 19 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s19 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Argentina | Microfon 3877-9246First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1980 | Austria | Polydor 2040 282First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1980 | Belgium | Biram 2103 314First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1980 | Canada | Rio Records RIO-711First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1980 | France | Zagora 6010 240First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1980 | Germany | Polydor 2141 269First year12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM | 12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM |
| 1980 | Germany | Polydor 2040 282First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1980 | Germany | Polydor 2040 282First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1980 | Netherlands | CNR 144.766First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1980 | Poland | Tonpress R-1075First yearFlexi-disc, 7", 45 RPM, Single Sided, Card Backed, Picture Disc, Mono · Mono, Picture disc | Flexi-disc, 7", 45 RPM, Single Sided, Card Backed, Picture Disc, Mono · Mono, Picture disc |
| 1980 | Poland | Tonpress R-1075First yearFlexi-disc, 7", 45 RPM, Single Sided, Card Backed, Picture Disc, Mono · Mono, Picture disc | Flexi-disc, 7", 45 RPM, Single Sided, Card Backed, Picture Disc, Mono · Mono, Picture disc |
| 1980 | Scandinavia | Mariann International MIS 2263First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1980 | Scandinavia | Mariann International MIS 2263First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1980 | Spain | Carnaby MO 1957First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1980 | Spain | Carnaby MO 1957First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
Tracklist
- AMariana3:22
- BAll I Ever Want Is You4:16
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Mariana are there?
19 vinyl pressings of Mariana are listed here, from 11 countries.
When was Mariana first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1980, in France, UK, Argentina, Austria and more. One of them is Zagora 6010 240.
How do I tell if my copy of Mariana is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 6010 240, WIP 6617, 3877-9246, 2040 282) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 2AG 010 6010240 1Y POLYGRAM = 1 and 2AG 010 6010240 2Y POLYGRAM = 1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Mariana 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.
