Scandinavia
1980- Label and catalog number
- Magnet 7C 006-63889
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
7 C 006 63889 A 1 ÅRunout side A
7 C 006 63889 B 1 ÅRunout side B
MatchboxMidnite Dynamos
Vinyl pressings
Midnite Dynamos
by Matchbox · 1980
21 pressings12 countriesRockabillyRock
Midnite Dynamos was first pressed on vinyl in 1980. 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 Midnite Dynamos
20 pressings came out in 1980, 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
May 1980- Label and catalog number
- Magnet MAG 169
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Solid centre
- Runout / matrix
MAG 169 A1Side A runout etched
MAG 169 B1Side B runout etched
UK
1980- Label and catalog number
- Magnet MAG 169
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Stereo · Push-out Centre
- Runout / matrix
MAG 169 A1 BLRunout side A
MAG 169 B1Runout side B
MAG 169 ALabel side A
MAG 169 BLabel side B
UK
1980- Label and catalog number
- Magnet MAGP 169
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Picture Disc
UK
1980- Label and catalog number
- Magnet MAG 169
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Solid Centre
- Runout / matrix
MAG 169 A1Runout side A
MAG 169 B1Runout side B
Australia
1980- Label and catalog number
- Magnet K7942
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 21 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s21 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Australia | Magnet K7942First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1980 | France | Magnet 2097 847First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1980 | Germany | Magnet 6.12 801 / Magnet 6.12801 ACFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1980 | Germany | Magnet 6.12 801 / Magnet 6.12801 ACFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1980 | Germany | Magnet 6.12 801 / Magnet 6.12801 ACFirst year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1980 | Ireland | Magnet MAG 169First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1980 | Ireland | Magnet MAG 169First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1980 | Italy | Durium DE 3146First year7", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 7", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1980 | Netherlands | Magnet 1A 016-63889First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1980 | Netherlands | Magnet 1A 016-63889First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1980 | Netherlands | Magnet 1A 016-63889First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1980 | New Zealand | Magnet K7942First year7" | 7" |
| 1980 | New Zealand | Magnet K 7942First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1980 | Scandinavia | Magnet 7C 006-63889First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1980 | South Africa | Magnet MAGS 1512First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Tracklist
- AMidnite Dynamos3:00
- B1Love Is Going Out Of Fashion (New Version)3:45
- B2Scotted Dick2:25
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Midnite Dynamos are there?
21 vinyl pressings of Midnite Dynamos are listed here, from 12 countries, released between 1980 and 1981.
When was Midnite Dynamos first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1980, in Scandinavia, UK, Australia, France and more. One of them is Magnet 7C 006-63889.
How do I tell if my copy of Midnite Dynamos is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 7C 006-63889, MAG 169, MAGP 169, K7942) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 7 C 006 63889 A 1 Å and 7 C 006 63889 B 1 Å. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Midnite Dynamos 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.
