UK
October 7, 1991- Label and catalog number
- Arista 614 820
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
614820 A-1U-1-1Runout Groove Side A
614820 B-1U-1-1Runout Groove Side B
Vinyl pressings
Change
by Lisa Stansfield · 1991
23 pressings11 countriesVocalBalladSoulElectronic
Change was first pressed on vinyl in 1991. 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 Change
23 pressings came out in 1991, 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.
UK
October 7, 1991- Label and catalog number
- Arista 114 820
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Paper Labels
- Runout / matrix
114820 A-1U-1- ANDY '91Side A runout, stamped / etched
114820 B-1U-1-Side B runout, stamped
UK
1991- Label and catalog number
- Arista 114 820
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Silver Injection Labels
- Runout / matrix
114820 A-1 U-1-Q2 ANDY '91Stamped + etched side A
114820 B-1 U-1-Q2Stamped side B
UK
1991- Label and catalog number
- Arista 114 820
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Jukebox
- Runout / matrix
114820 A-1 U-1-Q2Stamped Side A
114820 B-1 U-1-Q2Stamped Side B
ANDY '91Etched Side A
US
1991- Label and catalog number
- Arista 07822-12363-1
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
SP-1 07822-12363-1-AS- SP1-DMM HIT FACTORY COINSide 1 Runout Etched
07822-12363-1-BS- SP1-DMMSide 2 Runout Etched
US
1991- Label and catalog number
- Arista 07822-12362-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
70822-12362-7 B -DMM - SP1 I - IRunout, Side A, Etched
07822-12362-7-A-DMM-SP1 I - IRunout, Side B, Etched
07822-12362-7-SALabel Side A
07822-12362-7-SBLabel Side B
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 23 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1990s23 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Argentina | Arista S-0755First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | Australasia | Arista 614820First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | Brazil | RCA 990.4064First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | Costa Rica | BMG International 7129791First year7", 45 RPM, Single Sided, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single Sided, Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | Europe | Arista 614 820First year12", Maxi-Single | 12", Maxi-Single |
| 1991 | France | Arista 114 820 / Arista 114820First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1991 | Germany | Arista 614 820First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1991 | Spain | Arista 114 820First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1991 | Spain | Arista 614 820 / Arista 614 820 (3A)First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1991 | UK | Arista Change 4First year12", Promo, Picture Disc, Single Sided, Limited Edition, 45 RPM · Promo, Limited, Picture disc | 12", Promo, Picture Disc, Single Sided, Limited Edition, 45 RPM · Promo, Limited, Picture disc |
| 1991 | UK | Arista CHANGE 3 / BMG CHANGE 3First year12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | UK | Arista 114 820First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | UK | Arista Change 1First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | UK | Arista CHANGE 2First year12", Promo, Single Sided, Etched, 45 RPM · Promo | 12", Promo, Single Sided, Etched, 45 RPM · Promo |
| 1991 | UK | Arista CHANGE 1 / BMG CHANGE 1First year12", Promo, Misprint · Promo | 12", Promo, Misprint · Promo |
Tracklist
- AChange (Driza Bone Mix)
- B1Change (Bone-Idol Mix)
- B2Change (Knuckles Mix)
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Change are there?
23 vinyl pressings of Change are listed here, from 11 countries.
When was Change first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1991, in UK, US, Europe, Argentina and more. One of them is Arista 614 820, released October 7, 1991.
How do I tell if my copy of Change is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 614 820, 114 820, 07822-12363-1, 07822-12362-7) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 614820 A-1U-1-1 and 614820 B-1U-1-1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Change 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.
