France
1987- Label and catalog number
- Comotion 2018987
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
201898 7 A 21 B M3 357965Runout side A
201898 7 B 21 B M3 357966Runout side B
2018987 ALabel side A
2018987 BLabel side B
Vinyl pressings
Etienne
by Guesch Patti · 1987
32 pressings10 countriesSynth-popDowntempoChansonElectronic
Etienne 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 Etienne
28 pressings came out in 1987, the album's first year, in 9 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.
France
1987- Label and catalog number
- Comotion 1598146
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
159814 6 A 21 B JCP M9 357618 2Runout side A, variant 1
159814 6 B 21 B JCP M9 357619 2Runout side B, variant 1
159814 6 A 22 B JCP M9 358035 2Runout side A, variant 2
159814 6 B 21 B JCP M9 357619 2Runout side B, variant 2
France
1987- Label and catalog number
- Comotion 2018987
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Different Cover
France
1987- Label and catalog number
- Comotion 80023
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM
France
1987- Label and catalog number
- Comotion 2018987
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Different back cover
- Runout / matrix
201898 7 A 21 B M3 357965Runout side A
201898 7 B 21 B M3 357966Runout side B
France
1987- Label and catalog number
- Comotion Musique 2018987EMI Pathé Marconi 2018987
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
201898 7 A I 80023A M3356550Runout side A, Manuel
201898 7 B I 80023B M3356551Runout side B, Manuel
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 32 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s32 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Australia | EMI EMI 2140First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Canada | Pathé C1 75218First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1987 | Canada | Audiogram AD 5026First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Europe | EMI 060 15 9814 6 / Comotion 060 15 9814 6First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1987 | Europe | EMI 006-20 1898 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Europe | EMI 1C K 060-20 2215 6 / EMI 060 20 2215 6First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1987 | Europe | EMI 1C 006 20 1898 7 / EMI 006 20 1898 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Europe | EMI 1C 006 20 18987 / EMI 006 20 1898 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Europe | EMI 1C 006 20 18987 / EMI 006 20 1898 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Europe | EMI 1C 006 20 1898 7 / EMI 006 20 1898 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1987 | France | Comotion 2018987First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1987 | France | Comotion 1598146First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1987 | France | Comotion 2018987First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | France | Comotion 2018987First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Misprint | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Misprint |
| 1987 | France | Comotion 80023First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
Tracklist
- AEtienne4:09
- BUn Espoir4:00
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Etienne are there?
32 vinyl pressings of Etienne are listed here, from 10 countries, released between 1987 and 1989.
When was Etienne first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1987, in France, UK, Europe, Australia and more. One of them is Comotion 2018987.
How do I tell if my copy of Etienne is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 2018987, 1598146, 80023, 12DB 9165) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 201898 7 A 21 B M3 357965 and 201898 7 B 21 B M3 357966. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Etienne 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.
