Germany
1971- Label and catalog number
- Probe 1C 006-92 828 MProbe 1 C 006-92 828 M
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
92 828 M-A-1Runout A, stamped
92 828 M-B-1Runout B, stamped
James GangMidnight Man
Vinyl pressings
Midnight Man
by James Gang · 1971
11 pressings7 countriesClassic RockRock
Midnight Man was first pressed on vinyl in 1971. 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 Midnight Man
11 pressings came out in 1971, the album's first year, in 7 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.
US
1971- Label and catalog number
- ABC Records 45-11312
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM
US
1971- Label and catalog number
- ABC Records ABC-11312
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM
US
1971- Label and catalog number
- ABC Records ABC-11312
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM · Terre Haute Pressing
- Runout / matrix
16249-RE-1-2 TIA runout
16183-1 TIB runout
45-16249A label
45-16183B label
US
1971- Label and catalog number
- ABC Records ABC-11312
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM · SP
- Runout / matrix
45-16249 SPA Label
45-16183 SPB label
US
1971- Label and catalog number
- ABC Records ABC-11312
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo, Mono
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 11 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1970s11 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | Australia | Probe POR-9678First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1971 | Canada | ABC/Dunhill Records ABC11312First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1971 | Germany | Probe 1C 006-92 828 M / Probe 1 C 006-92 828 MFirst year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1971 | Italy | Probe 3C 006-92828 / Probe 3 C006-92828First year7" | 7" |
| 1971 | Netherlands | Probe 5C 006-92 828First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1971 | New Zealand | Probe PROBE 22First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1971 | US | ABC Records 45-11312First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1971 | US | ABC Records ABC-11312First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1971 | US | ABC Records ABC-11312First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo, Mono · Promo, Mono | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo, Mono · Promo, Mono |
| 1971 | US | ABC Records ABC-11312First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1971 | US | ABC Records ABC-11312First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
Tracklist
- AMidnight Man2:38
- BWhite Man / Black Man4:21
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Midnight Man are there?
11 vinyl pressings of Midnight Man are listed here, from 7 countries.
When was Midnight Man first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1971, in Germany, US, Canada, Italy and more. One of them is Probe 1C 006-92 828 M.
How do I tell if my copy of Midnight Man is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 1C 006-92 828 M, 45-11312, ABC-11312, ABC11312) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 92 828 M-A-1 and 92 828 M-B-1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Midnight Man 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.
