UK
2002- Label and catalog number
- Universal Records MCST 40299Island Records Group 019 446-1
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
MCST+40299+A OR Ⓜ MilesSide A runout
MCST+40299+B ORSide B runout
NellyDilemma
Vinyl pressings
Dilemma
by Nelly · 2002
12 pressings4 countriesPop RapContemporary R&BHip HopPop
Dilemma was first pressed on vinyl in 2002. 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 Dilemma
9 pressings came out in 2002, the album's first year, in 4 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
2002- Label and catalog number
- Universal Records WMCST 40299
- Format
- 12", White Label, 45 RPM · Stamped
US
2002- Label and catalog number
- Universal Records 440 019 509-1
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
440019509-1ARunout Side A, etched
440019509-1BRunout Side B, etched
US
2002- Label and catalog number
- Universal Records 440 019 509-1 DJ
- Format
- 12", Promo
- Runout / matrix
440019509-1ASide A runout
440019509-1BSide B runout
Italy
2002- Label and catalog number
- Haker Records K29
- Format
- 12"
Europe
2002- Label and catalog number
- Universal Records NELRV1
- Format
- 12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 12 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
2000s11 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Europe | Universal Records NELRV1First year12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo | 12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo |
| 2002 | Europe | Universal Records B270347-01First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 2002 | Europe | Universal Records NELLYVP6First year12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 2002 | Europe | Universal Records MCST 40299First year12", Promo, White Label · Promo | 12", Promo, White Label · Promo |
| 2002 | Italy | Haker Records K29First year12" | 12" |
| 2002 | UK | Not On Label (Nelly) LOVINIT 00112", 45 RPM, Single Sided, Unofficial Release, White Label · Unofficial | 12", 45 RPM, Single Sided, Unofficial Release, White Label · Unofficial |
| 2002 | UK | Universal Records MCST 40299 / Island Records Group 019 446-1First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 2002 | UK | Not On Label (Nelly)12", Single Sided, Unofficial Release, White Label · Unofficial | 12", Single Sided, Unofficial Release, White Label · Unofficial |
| 2002 | UK | Universal Records WMCST 40299First year12", White Label, 45 RPM | 12", White Label, 45 RPM |
| 2002 | US | Universal Records 440 019 509-1First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 2002 | US | Universal Records 440 019 509-1 DJFirst year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Unknown | Special Remix SPR01112", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
Tracklist
- A1Dilemma (Clean)4:49
- A2Dilemma (Dirty)4:49
- A3Dilemma (Instrumental)4:49
- B1Air Force Ones (Clean)5:04
- B2Air Force Ones (Dirty)5:04
- B3Air Force Ones (Instrumental)5:04
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Dilemma are there?
12 vinyl pressings of Dilemma are listed here, from 4 countries.
When was Dilemma first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 2002, in UK, US, Italy, Europe. One of them is Universal Records MCST 40299.
How do I tell if my copy of Dilemma is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use MCST 40299, WMCST 40299, 440 019 509-1, 440 019 509-1 DJ) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, MCST+40299+A OR Ⓜ Miles and MCST+40299+B OR. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Dilemma 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.