US
1985- Label and catalog number
- Epic 49-05338
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
P (T) XSS 174938 1D STERLINGRunout A
P (T) XSS 174939 1D STERLINGRunout B
XSS 174938Label A
XSS 174939Label B
Vinyl pressings
Bad Boy (Remix)
by Miami Sound Machine · 1985
46 pressings15 countriesSynth-popElectronicLatinPop
Bad Boy (Remix) 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 Bad Boy (Remix)
34 pressings came out in 1985, the album's first year, in 14 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
1985- Label and catalog number
- Epic 34-05805
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene, Stereo · Pitman Pressing
- Runout / matrix
P(T) ZSS 174936 1B STERLINGSide A, Etched, Sterling stamped, variant 1
P(AP) ZSS-174937-1A STERLINGSide B, Etched, Sterling stamped, variant 1
P(T) ZSS - 174936 1A STERLINGSide A, Etched, Sterling stamped, variant 2
P(AP) ZSS - 1743937 - 1B ☆ STERLINGSide B, Etched, Star etched, Sterling stamped, variant 2
US
1985- Label and catalog number
- Epic 34-05805
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene, Stereo · Carrollton Pressing
- Runout / matrix
ZSS 174936 1C G1 C3 STERLINGSide A runout variant 1
ZSS-174937-1C G1 C2 STERLINGSide B runout variant 1
ZSS 174936 1C G1 D1 STERLINGSide A runout variant 2
ZSS-174937-1C G1 B4 STERLINGSide B runout variant 2
US
1985- Label and catalog number
- Epic 34-05805
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Epic Sleeve
- Runout / matrix
ZSS 174936 1C G1 12 STERLINGRunout side A
P(AP) ZSS-174937-1A XG STERLING A.6Runout side B
ZSS 174936Label Side A
ZSS 174937Label Side B
US
1985- Label and catalog number
- Epic 34-05805
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Promo
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- Epic TA 6537
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
TA 6537 A*Side A label
TA 6537 B*Side B label
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 46 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s46 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Australia | Epic ES 12181First year12", Single | 12", Single |
| 1985 | Australia | Epic ES 1131First year7" | 7" |
| 1985 | Australia | Epic ES 12181First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | Australia | Epic ES 1131First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1985 | Brazil | Epic 60.004 / Epic 60004First year12", Single | 12", Single |
| 1985 | Brazil | Epic 46.640 / Epic 46640First year7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single | 7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Brazil | Epic 60.004 / Epic 60004First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Brazil | CBS 52.054First year12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo | 12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo |
| 1985 | Canada | Epic 34 05805First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1985 | Europe | Epic EPCA 6255 / Epic A-6255First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1985 | Europe | Epic EPCA 12.6255 / Epic A 12.6255First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1985 | Europe | Epic EPCA 6255 / Epic A-6255First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1985 | Europe | Epic A 12.6255 / Epic EPCA 12-6255First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1985 | Europe | Epic EPCA 6255 / Epic A-6255First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Ireland | Epic EPC A 6537First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Tracklist
- ABad Boy (Remix)6:11
- BBad Boy (Dub Version)6:43
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Bad Boy (Remix) are there?
46 vinyl pressings of Bad Boy (Remix) are listed here, from 15 countries, released between 1985 and 1986.
When was Bad Boy (Remix) first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1985, in US, UK, Japan, Australia and more. One of them is Epic 49-05338.
How do I tell if my copy of Bad Boy (Remix) is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 49-05338, 34-05805, TA 6537, A6537) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, P (T) XSS 174938 1D STERLING and P (T) XSS 174939 1D STERLING. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Bad Boy (Remix) 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.
