Netherlands
1975- Label and catalog number
- Philadelphia International Records PIR 3798
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
3798-ARunout side A, etched
3798-BRunout side B, etched
MFSBThe Zip
Vinyl pressings
The Zip
by MFSB · 1975
15 pressings8 countriesDiscoFunk / Soul
The Zip was first pressed on vinyl in 1975. 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 The Zip
13 pressings came out in 1975, the album's first year, in 6 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.
US
1975- Label and catalog number
- Philadelphia International Records ZS8 3578
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Styrene · Pitman Pressing
- Runout / matrix
P.I.R. AB-ZS8-3578-3 p MASTERING BY FRANKFORD/WAYNE PHILA. NSA-Side Runout Etching
P.I.R. AB-ZS8-3578-4 p MASTERING BY FRANKFORD/WAYNE PHILA. NSB-Side Runout Etching
AAA-AF ZS8 3578-3A-Side Label
AAA-AF ZS8 3578-4B-Side Label
US
1975- Label and catalog number
- Philadelphia International Records ZS8 3578
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM · Santa Maria Pressing
- Runout / matrix
AAA-AF ZS8 3578-3Label side A
AAA-AF ZS8 3578-4Label side B
US
1975- Label and catalog number
- Philadelphia International Records ZS8 3578
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Styrene · Terre Haute Pressing
- Runout / matrix
P.I.R. AB-ZS8-3578-3 p MASTERING BY FRANKFORD/WAYNE PHILA. NSA-Side Runout Etching
P.I.R. AB-ZS8-3578-4 p MASTERING BY FRANKFORD/WAYNE PHILA. NSB-Side Runout Etching
AAA-AF ZS8 3578-3A-Side Label
AAA-AF ZS8 3578-4B-Side Label
US
1975- Label and catalog number
- Philadelphia International Records ZS8 3578
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Promo
- Runout / matrix
AA-AF ZS8 3578-1A-side label
AA-AF ZS8 3578-3B-side label
US
1975- Label and catalog number
- Philadelphia International Records ZS8 3578
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo, Mono · DJ Reservice
- Runout / matrix
BB-ZS8-3578-1 F/W pMono Side Runout
BA-ZS8-3578-3 F/W pStereo Side Runout
BA-BB ZS8 3578-1Mono Side Label
BA-BB ZS8 3578-3Stereo Side Label
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 15 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1970s15 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | Canada | Columbia ZS8 3578 / Philadelphia International Records ZS8 3578First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1975 | Germany | Philadelphia International Records PIR S 3798 / Philadelphia International Records PIR 3798First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1975 | Germany | Philadelphia International Records PIR S 3798First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1975 | Mexico | Epic SC-71438First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1975 | Netherlands | Philadelphia International Records PIR 3798First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1975 | Spain | Philadelphia International Records PIR 3798First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1975 | US | Philadelphia International Records ZS8 3578First year7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1975 | US | Philadelphia International Records ZS8 3578First year7", 45 RPM, Styrene | 7", 45 RPM, Styrene |
| 1975 | US | Philadelphia International Records ZS8 3578First year7", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo, Mono · Promo, Mono | 7", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo, Mono · Promo, Mono |
| 1975 | US | Philadelphia International Records ZS8 3578First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1975 | US | Philadelphia International Records ZS8 3578First year7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1975 | US | Philadelphia International Records ZS8 3578First year7", 45 RPM, Styrene | 7", 45 RPM, Styrene |
| 1975 | US | Philadelphia International Records ZS8 3578First year7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1976 | Venezuela | CBS 45-15.1557", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1976 | Yugoslavia | Helidon PIR 3798 / Philadelphia International Records PIR 37987", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Tracklist
- AThe Zip3:51
- BMy Mood4:10
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of The Zip are there?
15 vinyl pressings of The Zip are listed here, from 8 countries, released between 1975 and 1976.
When was The Zip first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1975, in Netherlands, US, Canada, Germany and more. One of them is Philadelphia International Records PIR 3798.
How do I tell if my copy of The Zip is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use PIR 3798, ZS8 3578, PIR S 3798, SC-71438) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 3798-A and 3798-B. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is The Zip 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.
