UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- Charisma MALC 312Charisma 812 845-1
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
MALC 312 3-1U-1-1-2A Side
toneA Side
MALC 312 3-1U-1-1-1B Side
Vinyl pressings
Double Dutch
by Malcolm McLaren · 1983
28 pressings9 countriesSynth-popElectronic
Double Dutch was first pressed on vinyl in 1983. 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 Double Dutch
25 pressings came out in 1983, the album's first year, in 9 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
1983- Label and catalog number
- Charisma MALC 3Charisma 812 845-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Injection Moulded Labels
- Runout / matrix
MALC 3 A//2▽420 H TOWNHOUSESide A runout, variant 1
MALC 3 B//2▽420 H TOWNHOUSESide B runout, variant 1
MALC 3 A // 2 ▽ 420 H TOWNHOUSESide A runout, variant 2
MALC 3 B // 1 ▽ 420 H TOWNHOUSESide B runout, variant 2
UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- Charisma MALC 3Charisma 812 845-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Orange Paper labels
- Runout / matrix
MALC 3 A-1U-1-1-5 toneRunout, side A
MALC 3 B-1U-1-1-5Runout, side B
UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- Charisma MALC 312Charisma 812 845-1
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
MALC 312 A // 1▽420 H TOWNHOUSERunout side A, stamped
MALC 312 B // 2▽420 H TOWNHOUSERunout side B, stamped
UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- Charisma MALC 3
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- Charisma MALC 3Charisma 812 845-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Jukebox · Large hole
- Runout / matrix
MALC 3 A//1▽420 H TOWNHOUSESide A Runout, stamped
MALC 3 B//2▽420 H TOWNHOUSESide B Runout, stamped
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.
1980s27 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Australasia | Charisma 812 845-7First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1983 | Australasia | Charisma 812 845-1First year12", 45 RPM, Limited Edition · Limited | 12", 45 RPM, Limited Edition · Limited |
| 1983 | Australia | Charisma 812 845-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | Germany | Charisma 812 845-1First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1983 | Germany | Charisma 812 845-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1983 | Ireland | Charisma MALC 3First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | Netherlands | Charisma 812 845-7First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1983 | Netherlands | Charisma 812 845-1First year12", 45 RPM, EP, Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, EP, Single, Stereo |
| 1983 | Netherlands | Charisma 812 845-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | South Africa | Charisma SV 0048 / Charisma 814 404-1First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1983 | Spain | Charisma 812 845-7 / Charisma 812 845 - 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1983 | Spain | Charisma 812 845-1First year12", EP, 45 RPM | 12", EP, 45 RPM |
| 1983 | UK | Charisma MALC 312 / Charisma 812 845-1First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1983 | UK | Charisma MALC 3 / Charisma 812 845-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | UK | Charisma MALC 3 / Charisma 812 845-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Australasia | Charisma 812 845-77", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Tracklist
- ADouble Dutch
- BShe's Looking Like A Hobo
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Double Dutch are there?
28 vinyl pressings of Double Dutch are listed here, from 9 countries.
When was Double Dutch first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1983, in UK, US, Australasia, Australia and more. One of them is Charisma MALC 312.
How do I tell if my copy of Double Dutch is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use MALC 312, MALC 3, DUTCH 1, 0-96999) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, MALC 312 3-1U-1-1-2 and tone. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Double Dutch 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.
