UK
1986- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VS 89612Virgin VS 896-12
- Format
- 12"
- Runout / matrix
VS 89612 A-1U-1-1-1 DRunout, A-side, stamped
VS 89612 B-1U-1-1- X1 DRunout, B-side, stamped
TOWNHOUSERunout, both sides, etched
It BitesWhole New World
Vinyl pressings
Whole New World
by It Bites · 1986
12 pressings6 countriesPop RockProg RockRock
Whole New World was first pressed on vinyl in 1986. 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 Whole New World
12 pressings came out in 1986, the album's first year, in 6 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
1986- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VS 896
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
VS 896 A-2U-1-1- x1 TOWNHOUSE DRunout Side A [Stamped/Etched]
VS 896 B-1U-1-2- x1 D TOWNHOUSERunout Side B [Stamped/Etched]
UK
1986- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VSD 896
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Limited Edition · Gatefold
- Runout / matrix
VSD 896 A-2U-1-1-X1 TOWNHOUSE DSide A, stamped & etched
VSD 896 B-1U-1-1 1 D TOWNHOUSESide B, stamped & etched
VSD 896 C-1U-1-1-1 D TOWNHOUSESide C, stamped & etched
VSD 896 D-1U-1-1 1 DSide D, stamped & etched
UK
1986- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VS 896-12
- Format
- 12", White Label
UK
1986- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VS 896-12 DJ
- Format
- 12", Promo
- Runout / matrix
VS 89612 A-2U-1 DRunout, A-side, stamped
VS 89612 B-1U-1-1 1 DRunout, B-side, stamped
TOWNHOUSERunout, both sides, etched
VS 896-12 DJ-ALabel side A:
US
1986- Label and catalog number
- Geffen Records 9 28618-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Germany | Virgin 608 550First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1986 | Ireland | Virgin VS 896First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1986 | New Zealand | Virgin VS 896First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1986 | UK | Virgin VS 89612 / Virgin VS 896-12First year12" | 12" |
| 1986 | UK | Virgin VS 896First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1986 | UK | Virgin VSD 896First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Limited Edition · Limited | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Limited Edition · Limited |
| 1986 | UK | Virgin VS 896-12First year12", White Label | 12", White Label |
| 1986 | UK | Virgin VS 896-12 DJFirst year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1986 | US | Geffen Records PRO-A-2512First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1986 | US | Geffen Records 7-28618-DJFirst year7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1986 | US | Geffen Records 9 28618-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1986 | Europe | Virgin 108 550 / Virgin 108 550-100First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
Tracklist
- AWhole New World (7" Version)
- BBlack December
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Whole New World are there?
12 vinyl pressings of Whole New World are listed here, from 6 countries.
When was Whole New World first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1986, in UK, US, Europe, Germany and more. One of them is Virgin VS 89612.
How do I tell if my copy of Whole New World is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use VS 89612, VS 896, VSD 896, VS 896-12) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, VS 89612 A-1U-1-1-1 D and VS 89612 B-1U-1-1- X1 D. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Whole New World 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.
