Germany
1971- Label and catalog number
- Liberty 15 464
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
PU C 15 464 A-1 Made in GermanyRunout side A, stamped
PU C 15 464 B-1 Made in GermanyRunout side B, stamped
15 464 ALabel side A
15 464 BLabel side B
Johnny RiversSea Cruise
Vinyl pressings
Sea Cruise
by Johnny Rivers · 1971
28 pressings15 countriesCountry RockRock & RollBalladRock
Sea Cruise 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 Sea Cruise
22 pressings came out in 1971, the album's first year, in 15 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
May 8, 1971- Label and catalog number
- United Artists Records SUA 50778
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Terre Haute Pressing
- Runout / matrix
UAST-7527-RE1 -1 T1Runout Side A
UAST-7348-3 T1111Runout Side B
UAST-7527
UAST-7348
US
May 8, 1971- Label and catalog number
- United Artists Records SUA 50778
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Stereo
US
May 8, 1971- Label and catalog number
- United Artists Records UA 50778
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Monarch
- Runout / matrix
UAST-7527-RE ② MR[in circle, stamped Δ84527Runout Side A
UAST-7348-⓵ MR[in circle, stamped Δ84499Runout Side B
UA 7527 RELabel Side A
UA-7348Label Side B
UK
1971- Label and catalog number
- United Artists Records UP 35212
- Format
- 7", Single
UK
July 5, 1971- Label and catalog number
- United Artists Records UP 35212
- Format
- 7", Single, Promo
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 28 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1970s26 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | Argentina | United Artists Records 1275First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1971 | Argentina | United Artists Records 1413First year7", 33 ⅓ RPM | 7", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1971 | Belgium | United Artists Records 4 C 006 - 92492First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1971 | Canada | United Artists Records UA 50778First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1971 | France | United Artists Records UA 50.778First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1971 | Germany | Liberty 15 464First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1971 | Italy | United Artists Records UA 35212First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1971 | Netherlands | United Artists Records 5C 006-92492First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1971 | New Zealand | United Artists Records UAK-4227First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1971 | Portugal | United Artists Records N-14-31First year7", Single, Stereo | 7", Single, Stereo |
| 1971 | South Africa | Liberty LYS 196First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1971 | South Africa | Liberty LYS 196First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1971 | Sweden | United Artists Records UP 35212First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1971 | UK | United Artists Records UP 35212First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1971 | US | United Artists Records UA 50778 / United Artists Records SUA 50778First year7", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo, Mono · Promo, Mono | 7", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo, Mono · Promo, Mono |
Year unknown2 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Netherlands | Liberty 1A 006-993797", 45 RPM, Single, Reissue, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Reissue, Stereo |
| ? | US | United Artists Records UAS 507787", 45 RPM, Single, Reissue | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Reissue |
Tracklist
- ASea Cruise2:50
- BOur Lady Of The Well3:10
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Sea Cruise are there?
28 vinyl pressings of Sea Cruise are listed here, from 15 countries, released between 1971 and 1977.
When was Sea Cruise first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1971, in Germany, US, UK, Argentina and more. One of them is Liberty 15 464.
How do I tell if my copy of Sea Cruise is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 15 464, SUA 50778, UA 50778, UP 35212) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, PU C 15 464 A-1 Made in Germany and PU C 15 464 B-1 Made in Germany. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Sea Cruise 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.
