France
1987- Label and catalog number
- EMI 2017377
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
201737 7 A 21 M3 358109
201737 7 B 21 M3 358110
Johnny Clegg & SavukaAsimbonanga
Vinyl pressings
Asimbonanga
by Johnny Clegg & Savuka · 1987
14 pressings9 countriesFolkReggae-PopReggaeFolk
Asimbonanga 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 Asimbonanga
10 pressings came out in 1987, the album's first year, in 8 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
- EMI Electrola 060-20 2948 6
- Format
- 12"
US
1987- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records P-B-44109
- Format
- 7", Single, Promo, Stereo
Canada
1987- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records B-73048
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
Germany
1987- Label and catalog number
- EMI 060-20 2948 6
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single
Germany
1987- Label and catalog number
- EMI 003-20 2947 7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
2029477-A1Runout Side A, variant 1
2028187-B1Runout Side B, variant 1
2029477-A1Runout Side A, variant 2
2029477-A1 202 947 7-BRunout Side B, variant 2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Canada | Capitol Records B-73048First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | France | EMI 2017377First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1987 | France | EMI Electrola 060-20 2948 6First year12" | 12" |
| 1987 | Germany | EMI 060-20 2948 6First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1987 | Germany | EMI 003-20 2947 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Italy | EMI 06 2017377First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1987 | Netherlands | EMI EMI 006 2017377First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Portugal | EMI 2017377First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1987 | Spain | EMI 052 20 1738 6First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1987 | US | Capitol Records P-B-44109First year7", Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 7", Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1987 | France | EMI 20173777", 45 RPM, Single, Test Pressing · Test pressing | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Test Pressing · Test pressing |
| 1988 | Spain | EMI 006-2017377 / EMI 006 20 1737 77", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1988 | UK | EMI EMI 56037", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1988 | UK | EMI 12 EMI 560312", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
Tracklist
- AAsimbonanga3:38
- BBerlin Wall4:25
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Asimbonanga are there?
14 vinyl pressings of Asimbonanga are listed here, from 9 countries, released between 1987 and 1988.
When was Asimbonanga first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1987, in France, US, Canada, Germany and more. One of them is EMI 2017377.
How do I tell if my copy of Asimbonanga is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 2017377, 060-20 2948 6, P-B-44109, B-73048) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 201737 7 A 21 M3 358109 and 201737 7 B 21 M3 358110. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Asimbonanga 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.
