Europe
1983- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records 1C 006 1868417EMI Electrola 1C 006 1868417
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
1868417-A1Runout side A
1868417-B1Runout side B
Vinyl pressings
State Of The Nation
by Industry · 1983
22 pressings12 countriesSynth-popNew WaveElectronic
State Of The Nation 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 State Of The Nation
19 pressings came out in 1983, the album's first year, in 10 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
1983- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records CL 321
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records CL 321Capitol Records CL 321
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
CL 321 A-1-1-1-3 PENTHOUSERunout side A
CL 321 B-1-1-1-5Runout side B
US
1983- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records B-5268
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM
UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records CLDJ 321
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo
US
1983- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records SPRO-9001Capitol Records SPRO-9002
- Format
- 12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 22 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s22 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Australia | Capitol Records CP 1137 / EMI (Australia) Limited CP 1137First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1983 | Australia | Capitol Records CP 1137 / EMI (Australia) Limited CP 1137First year7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1983 | Canada | Capitol Records B-5268First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1983 | Europe | Capitol Records 1C 006 1868417 / EMI Electrola 1C 006 1868417First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1983 | Germany | Capitol Records 1C 006 1868417 / EMI Electrola 1C 006 1868417First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1983 | Italy | Capitol Records 06 1868417First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1983 | Italy | Capitol Records 06 1868417First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1983 | Italy | Capitol Records 06 1868417First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1983 | Italy | Capitol Records 06 1868417First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1983 | Italy | Capitol Records 06 1868417First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1983 | Japan | Capitol Records ECS-17419First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1983 | Philippines | Capitol Records CAP-45-677 / Capitol Records 5268First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | Sweden | Capitol Records 1868417First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1983 | UK | Capitol Records CLDJ 321First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1983 | UK | Capitol Records CL 321First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Tracklist
- AState Of The Nation3:38
- BCommunication4:04
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of State Of The Nation are there?
22 vinyl pressings of State Of The Nation are listed here, from 12 countries, released between 1983 and 1984.
When was State Of The Nation first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1983, in Europe, UK, US, Australia and more. One of them is Capitol Records 1C 006 1868417.
How do I tell if my copy of State Of The Nation is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 1C 006 1868417, CL 321, B-5268, CLDJ 321) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 1868417-A1 and 1868417-B1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is State Of The Nation 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.