UK
September 29, 2003- Label and catalog number
- Credence 12cred036
- Format
- 12"
MorjacStars
Vinyl pressings
Stars
by Morjac · 2003
11 pressings6 countriesHouseProgressive HouseElectronic
Stars was first pressed on vinyl in 2003. 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 Stars
9 pressings came out in 2003, the album's first year, in 5 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
September 29, 2003- Label and catalog number
- Credence 12credx 036
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
UK
September 29, 2003- Label and catalog number
- Credence 12cred036
- Format
- 12", White Label
US
2003- Label and catalog number
- Ultra Records UL 1191-6
- Format
- 12"
UK
October 7, 2003- Label and catalog number
- Credence 12creddj036Montana Entertainment 12creddj036
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo
- Runout / matrix
12CREDDJ 036 A-1-1 GRAZZ-THE EXCHANGESide A (full)
12CREDDJ 036 A-1-1Side A (part) stamped
GRAZZ-THE EXCHANGESide A (part) etched
12CREDDJ 036 B-1-1Side B (full) stamped
UK
2003- Label and catalog number
- Credence 12credjx 036
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo
- Runout / matrix
12CREDJX 036 A-1-1Side A Stamped Runout
12CREDJX 036 B-1-1Side B Stamped Runout
12CREDJX 036 C-1-1Side C Stamped Runout
12CREDJX 036 D-1-1Side D Stamped Runout
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 11 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
2000s10 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Italy | Motivo Productions MT005First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 2003 | Netherlands | ID&T 7007345First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 2003 | Spain | Vendetta Records VENMX 490First year12" | 12" |
| 2003 | UK | Credence 12credjx 036First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 2003 | UK | Credence 12credjy03612", Single Sided, Test Pressing · Test pressing | 12", Single Sided, Test Pressing · Test pressing |
| 2003 | US | Ultra Records UL 1191-6First year12" | 12" |
| 2003 | UK | Credence 12cred036First year12" | 12" |
| 2003 | UK | Credence 12credx 036First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 2003 | UK | Credence 12cred036First year12", White Label | 12", White Label |
| 2003 | UK | Credence 12creddj036 / Montana Entertainment 12creddj036First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Canada | Popular Records POP 425112" | 12" |
Tracklist
- AStars (Original Club Mix)
- BStars (Runes Artificial Funk Vocal)
- C1Stars (Soulmagic Extended Club Mix)
- C2Stars (Radio Edit)
- DStars (Runes Artificial Funk Dub)
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Stars are there?
11 vinyl pressings of Stars are listed here, from 6 countries.
When was Stars first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 2003, in UK, US, Italy, Netherlands and more. One of them is Credence 12cred036, released September 29, 2003.
How do I tell if my copy of Stars is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 12cred036, 12credx 036, UL 1191-6, 12creddj036) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Stars 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.