UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- Telegraph VS 580-12Virgin VS 580-12
- Format
- 12", Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
VS-580 12-A3
VS-580 12-B1
Vinyl pressings
Telegraph
by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark · 1983
43 pressings15 countriesSynth-popElectronic
Telegraph was first pressed on vinyl in 1983. 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 Telegraph
42 pressings came out in 1983, 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
1983- Label and catalog number
- Telegraph VS 580Virgin VS 580
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Matt Paper Picture Sleeve
- Runout / matrix
VS-580-A6A-side runout
VS-580-B2B-side runout
UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- Telegraph VSY 580Virgin VSY 580
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Picture Disc, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
VSY 580 ASide A, printed
VSY 580 BSide B, printed
VSY+580+A ORLAKEA-side runout
VSY+580+B8 ORLAKEB-side runout
UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- Telegraph VS 580Virgin VS 580
- Format
- 7", Single, Stereo · Matt Card Picture Sleeve
- Runout / matrix
VS 580-A6 ARUNSide A
VS 580-B2Side B
UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VS 580-12Telegraph VS 580-12
- Format
- 12", Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
VS 580-12-A1
VS 580-12-B1
UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- Telegraph VS 580Virgin VS 580
- Format
- 7", Single, Stereo · Matt Card Picture Sleeve
- Runout / matrix
VS 580-A5 ARUNSide A
VS 580-B1Side B
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 43 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s43 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Australia | Telegraph VS 580 / Virgin VS 580First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1983 | Australia | Virgin Australia V Flex 2First yearFlexi-disc, 45 RPM, Single Sided | Flexi-disc, 45 RPM, Single Sided |
| 1983 | Australia | Telegraph VS 580 / Virgin VS 580First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | Australia & New Zealand | Virgin VS 58012 / Telegraph VS 58012First year12", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1983 | Australia & New Zealand | Virgin VS 58012 / Telegraph VS 58012First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1983 | Australia & New Zealand | Virgin VS 58012 / Virgin VS 580-12First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1983 | Canada | Virgin VS 1158First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | Europe | Virgin 105 285 / Virgin 105 285-100First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1983 | Europe | Virgin 105 285 / Telegraph 105 285First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1983 | Europe | Virgin 105 285First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | France | Virgin 600 752 / Virgin 600752First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1983 | France | Telegraph 105 106 / Virgin 105 106First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1983 | France | Virgin 105 106 / Telegraph 105106First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1983 | France | Virgin 105 106 / Telegraph 105106First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1983 | France | Telegraph 600752 / VirginFirst year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
Tracklist
- ATelegraph2:56
- B66 And Fading6:40
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Telegraph are there?
43 vinyl pressings of Telegraph are listed here, from 15 countries.
When was Telegraph first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1983, in UK, US, Europe, Australia and more. One of them is Telegraph VS 580-12.
How do I tell if my copy of Telegraph is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use VS 580-12, VS 580, VSY 580, VS580) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, VS-580 12-A3 and VS-580 12-B1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Telegraph 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.
