UK
November 11, 1991- Label and catalog number
- Epic 657598 6
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
01 657598 20 1A1
01 657598 20 2B1
31-657598-20Labels
Vinyl pressings
Black Or White
by Michael Jackson · 1991
42 pressings18 countriesDiscoFunk / SoulPop
Black Or White 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 Black Or White
33 pressings came out in 1991, the album's first year, in 15 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
November 11, 1991- Label and catalog number
- Epic 657598 7Epic EPC 657598 7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
01 657598 00 2A1 BRunout side A, variant 1
01 657598 00 2B1 ARunout side B, variant 1
01 657598 00 2A1 ARunout side A, variant 2
01 657598 00 1B1 ARunout side B, variant 2
UK
1991- Label and catalog number
- Epic 657731 6
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
31 657731 20 1A1 ARunout stamped/etched side A
31 657731 20 1B1 ARunout stamped/etched side B
UK
1991- Label and catalog number
- Epic 657598 7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Large Center.
- Runout / matrix
01 657598 00 1A1 AA Side Runout
01 657598 00 2B1 BB Side Runout
31-657598-04Label A + B
01.657598.00Back sleeve
UK
November 6, 1991- Label and catalog number
- Epic 657598 7Epic EPC 657598 7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo
US
1991- Label and catalog number
- Epic 49 74099Epic 49-74099
- Format
- 12", Single, Limited Edition, 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
XSS 74099A-1CRun-out Side A Variant 1
XSS 74099B-1ARun-out Side B Variant 1
XSS 74099A-1BRun-out Side A Variant 2
XSS 74099B-1ARun-out Side B Variant 2
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 42 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1990s40 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Argentina | Sony Music DEP-910First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1991 | Australia | Epic SAMP 323First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | Brazil | Epic 52.218First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | Brazil | Sony Music 901.100 / Sony Music 33-SLP-1839First year7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Jukebox | 7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Jukebox |
| 1991 | Colombia | Epic 49657598First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | Costa Rica | Epic 7657598First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | Costa Rica | Epic 8173191First year12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | Ecuador | Epic 37715025First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1991 | Europe | Epic SAMP 1597First year12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo | 12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo |
| 1991 | Europe | Epic 657598 7 / Epic EPC 657598 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | Greece | Epic EPC 657598 6First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1991 | Jamaica | Epic Associated Epic – 34-74110First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1991 | Malaysia | Epic E 8267", Single, Promo, Unofficial Release · Unofficial, Promo | 7", Single, Promo, Unofficial Release · Unofficial, Promo |
| 1991 | Mexico | Epic LPSI-653440First year12", Single | 12", Single |
| 1991 | Philippines | Epic QEL45-20231First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Year unknown2 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Kenya | Epic E 65759867", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| ? | South Korea | Not On Label (Michael Jackson) 657598 612", 45 RPM, Single, Unofficial Release · Unofficial | 12", 45 RPM, Single, Unofficial Release · Unofficial |
Tracklist
- ABlack Or White3:22
- BBlack Or White (Instrumental)3:22
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Black Or White are there?
42 vinyl pressings of Black Or White are listed here, from 18 countries, released between 1991 and 1992.
When was Black Or White first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1991, in UK, US, Colombia, Europe and more. One of them is Epic 657598 6, released November 11, 1991.
How do I tell if my copy of Black Or White is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 657598 6, 657598 7, 657731 6, 49 74099) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 01 657598 20 1A1 and 01 657598 20 2B1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Black Or White 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.
