Europe
1984- Label and catalog number
- Ariola 601 298
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single
- Runout / matrix
020 601298 A τEtched, A side runout
020 601298 B τEtched, B side runout
Made in GermanyStamped, A side runout
Made in GermanyStamped, B side runout
IndochineKao Bang
Vinyl pressings
Kao Bang
by Indochine · 1984
14 pressings5 countriesNew WaveSynth-popElectronicRock
Kao Bang was first pressed on vinyl in 1984. 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 Kao Bang
13 pressings came out in 1984, 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.
Europe
1984- Label and catalog number
- Ariola 105 727
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
Made in GermanyStamped on both sides
020 DS 105 727 A =A Side Variant 1
020 DS 105 727 B [mirrored J]B Side Variant 1
020 DS 105 727 A-1= IIA Side Variant 2 & 3 ("=" is written on "1", "105 727 A" re-written on itself)
France
1984- Label and catalog number
- Ariola 105 727
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM
Italy
1984- Label and catalog number
- Ariola ARL 37119
- Format
- 7"
Italy
1984- Label and catalog number
- Ariola ARL 38030
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
Italy
1984- Label and catalog number
- Ariola ARL 38030
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single · Different Sleeve
- Runout / matrix
76 ARL 38030-1L 13-9-84Runout area side A
76 ARL 38030-2L 13-9-84Runout area side B
76 ARL 38030-1LLabel side A
76 ARL 38030-2LLabel side B
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 14 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s14 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Europe | Ariola 601 298First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1984 | Europe | Ariola 105 727First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1984 | France | Ariola 105 727First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1984 | Italy | Ariola ARL 37119First year7" | 7" |
| 1984 | Italy | Ariola ARL 38030First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1984 | Italy | Ariola ARL 38030First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1984 | Spain | Ariola Eurodisc S.A. A-105 727First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1984 | Spain | Ariola F-601.298 / Ariola F-601298First year12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM | 12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM |
| 1984 | Spain | Ariola F-601298First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1984 | Spain | Ariola A-105.727First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1984 | Sweden | Stranded Rekords REK 065 / Stranded Rekords Rek 065First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1984 | Sweden | Stranded Rekords 12 Rek 065 / Stranded Rekords 12 REK 065First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1984 | Sweden | Stranded Rekords 12 REK 065 / Stranded Rekords 12 Rek 065First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1984 | Sweden | Stranded Rekords 12 REK 065 / Audiodisc AB12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Test Pressing · Test pressing | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Test Pressing · Test pressing |
Tracklist
- AKao Bang (Nouveau Mixage)3:40
- BOkinawa4:53
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Kao Bang are there?
14 vinyl pressings of Kao Bang are listed here, from 5 countries.
When was Kao Bang first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1984, in Europe, France, Italy, Spain and more. One of them is Ariola 601 298.
How do I tell if my copy of Kao Bang is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 601 298, 105 727, ARL 37119, ARL 38030) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 020 601298 A τ and 020 601298 B τ. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Kao Bang 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.