Canada
1985- Label and catalog number
- Matra USA-001
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
Vinyl pressings
Unexpected Lovers
by Lime · 1985
29 pressings11 countriesHi NRGDiscoElectronic
Unexpected Lovers was first pressed on vinyl in 1985. 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 Unexpected Lovers
27 pressings came out in 1985, 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.
Canada
1985- Label and catalog number
- Matra 12MA-049
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
:12MA-049A F/W [symbol] /TSS DM 3Side A runout, etched; "3" stamped
12MA-049B F/W [symbol]/TSS DM 3Side B runout, etched; "3" stamped
Canada
1985- Label and catalog number
- Matra 12MAR-049
- Format
- 12"
Canada
1985- Label and catalog number
- Matra 12MAR-049
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM · Blue label
Canada
1985- Label and catalog number
- Matra 7MT-037
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
Canada
1985- Label and catalog number
- Matra 7MTR-037
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 29 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s28 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Canada | Matra USA-001First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1985 | Canada | Matra 12MA-049First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1985 | Canada | Matra 12MAR-049First year12" | 12" |
| 1985 | Canada | Matra 7MT-037First year7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | Canada | Matra 12MAR-049First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1985 | Canada | Matra 7MT-037First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | Canada | Matra 7MTR-037First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Canada | Unidisc USA-001First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1985 | France | Polydor 881 984-7 / Matra 881 984-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | France | Polydor 881 984-1First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1985 | Germany | Polydor 881 984-7 / Matra 881 984-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1985 | Germany | Polydor 881 984-1 / Matra 881 984-1First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1985 | Mexico | Musart TI - 70929 / Trebol TI - 70929First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1985 | Netherlands | Polydor 881 984-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Netherlands | Polydor 881 984-1First year12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM, EP | 12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM, EP |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Canada | Unidisc SPEC-1295 / Matra SPEC-129512", 33 ⅓ RPM, Reissue | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Reissue |
Tracklist
- AUnexpected Lovers6:37
- B1Unexpected Lovers (Inst.)5:08
- B2Unexpected Lovers (Radio Version)4:14
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Unexpected Lovers are there?
29 vinyl pressings of Unexpected Lovers are listed here, from 11 countries.
When was Unexpected Lovers first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1985, in Canada, UK, US, Japan and more. One of them is Matra USA-001.
How do I tell if my copy of Unexpected Lovers is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use USA-001, 12MA-049, 12MAR-049, 7MT-037) 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 Unexpected Lovers 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.
