Germany
1985- Label and catalog number
- A&M Records 392 029-1
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single
- Runout / matrix
392029-1S1 3 20 1 Bside 1
392029-1S2 3 20 1 Bside 2
Michael SembelloGravity
Vinyl pressings
Gravity
by Michael Sembello · 1985
13 pressings8 countriesSynth-popSoundtrackElectronicPop
Gravity 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 Gravity
13 pressings came out in 1985, the album's first year, in 8 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.
Germany
1985- Label and catalog number
- A&M Records 390 029-7
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
390 029 - 7 S1 3 20 C 1Runout (Stamped) Side A
390 029 - 7 S1 3 20 B 1Runout (Stamped) Side B
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- A&M Records AMY 274
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- A&M Records AM 274
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
US
1985- Label and catalog number
- A&M Records AM-2745
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- A&M Records AM 274
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Promo
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 13 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s13 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Germany | A&M Records 392 029-1First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1985 | Germany | A&M Records 390 029-7First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1985 | Greece | A&M Records 392029-1First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1985 | Japan | A&M Records AMP-231First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Japan | A&M Records AMP-231First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | New Zealand | A&M Records K 9797First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Portugal | A&M Records 390 029-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Spain | A&M Records 390 029-7First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | UK | A&M Records AMY 274First year12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1985 | UK | A&M Records AM 274First year7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | UK | A&M Records AM 274First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | US | A&M Records AM-2745First year7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | US | A&M Records AM-2745First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
Tracklist
- AGravity3:50
- BMo' Gravity3:29
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Gravity are there?
13 vinyl pressings of Gravity are listed here, from 8 countries.
When was Gravity first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1985, in Germany, UK, US, Greece and more. One of them is A&M Records 392 029-1.
How do I tell if my copy of Gravity is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 392 029-1, 390 029-7, AMY 274, AM 274) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 392029-1S1 3 20 1 B and 392029-1S2 3 20 1 B. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Gravity 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.
