Europe
1987- Label and catalog number
- Atlantic 786 673-0
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Stereo
Vinyl pressings
Casanova
by Levert · 1987
39 pressings12 countriesNew Jack SwingContemporary R&BFunk / Soul
Casanova 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 Casanova
36 pressings came out in 1987, the album's first year, in 11 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.
Europe
1987- Label and catalog number
- Atlantic 786 657-0
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single
- Runout / matrix
R/S Alsdorf 786657-0-ARunout side-A, variant 1
R/S Alsdorf 786657-0-B2Runout side-B, variant 1
R/S Alsdorf 786657-0-A G JKRunout side-A, variant 2
R/S Alsdorf 786657-0-B2 G JKRunout side-B, variant 2
Europe
1987- Label and catalog number
- Atlantic 789 217-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
R/S Alsdorf 789217-7-ARunout groove A, variant 1
R/S Alsdorf 789217-7-BRunout groove B, variant 1
R/S Alsdorf 789217-7-A BE JR 36Runout groove A, variant 2
R/S Alsdorf 789217-7-B 42 JRRunout groove B, variant 2
Country unknown
1987- Label and catalog number
- WEA SAM 393
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Promo
- Runout / matrix
SAM 393 A 1 420 R
UK
1987- Label and catalog number
- Atlantic A9217TAtlantic A9217(T)
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
A 9217T - A1 1 MT. DAMONTSide A runout
A 9217T - B2 1 MT. DAMONTSide B runout
A9217(T) ASide A label
A9217(T) BSide B label
UK
1987- Label and catalog number
- Atlantic A9217Atlantic 789 217-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Paper Labels
- Runout / matrix
A 9217 - A1 MT1 DAMONT XSide A runout etched
A9217- B1 MT1 DAMONT ALSide B runout etched
A9217 ASide A label
A9217 BSide B label
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 39 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s38 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Unknown | WEA SAM 393First year12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1987 | Australia | Atlantic 0-86673First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Australia | Atlantic 7-89217First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Canada | Atlantic 78 66630First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Stereo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Stereo |
| 1987 | Canada | Atlantic 78 92177First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1987 | Canada | Atlantic 78 92177First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1987 | Europe | Atlantic 786 673-0First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Stereo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Stereo |
| 1987 | Europe | Atlantic 786 657-0First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1987 | Europe | Atlantic 789 217-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1987 | Greece | Atlantic 786657-0First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1987 | Japan | Atlantic P-2340First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1987 | Panama | Atlantic 7-89217First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1987 | South Africa | Atlantic ATS 1084First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Spain | Atlantic 7-89217First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1987 | Spain | Atlantic 786 673-0First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Stereo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Stereo |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Unknown | Atlantic DMD 107312", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
Tracklist
- ACasanova7:56
- B1Casanova (Dance Mix)5:00
- B2Casanova (Dub Mix)8:22
- B3Casanova (A Capella)5:46
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Casanova are there?
39 vinyl pressings of Casanova are listed here, from 12 countries, released between 1987 and 1988.
When was Casanova first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1987, in Europe, UK, US, Australia and more. One of them is Atlantic 786 673-0.
How do I tell if my copy of Casanova is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 786 673-0, 786 657-0, 789 217-7, SAM 393) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Casanova 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.