UK
October 7, 1966- Label and catalog number
- His Master's Voice POP 1554
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
7XEA 22031 -1 P K T 1Run-out side A, stamped
7XEA 22032 -1 D kT 1Run-out side B, stamped
7XEA 22031Label side A
7XEA 22032Label side B
Paul JonesHigh Time
Vinyl pressings
High Time
by Paul Jones · 1966
15 pressings11 countriesPop RockRockPop
High Time was first pressed on vinyl in 1966. 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 High Time
15 pressings came out in 1966, the album's first year, in 11 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
October 7, 1966- Label and catalog number
- His Master's Voice POP 1554
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
7XEA 22031 -1 GD K T 1Run-out side A, stamped, variant 1
7XEA 22032 -1 G K T 1Run-out side B, stamped, variant 1
7XEA 22031 -1 T K T 1Run-out side A, stamped, variant 2
7XEA 22032 -1 A K T 1Run-out side B, stamped, variant 2
UK
October 7, 1966- Label and catalog number
- His Master's Voice POP 1554
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Solid Centre
- Runout / matrix
7XEA 22031 -1 RM KT 2Run-out side A, stamped
7XEA 22032 -1 GA KT 1Run-out side B, stamped
7XEA 22031Label side A
7XEA 22032Label side B
UK
October 7, 1966- Label and catalog number
- His Master's Voice POP 1554
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo
- Runout / matrix
7XEA 22031 -1 GD K T 1Run-out side A, stamped
7XEA 22032 -1 G K T 1Run-out side B, stamped
7XEA 22031Label side A
7XEA 22032Label side B
Norway
October 7, 1966- Label and catalog number
- His Master's Voice POP 1554
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
7XEA 22031 -1 GD K T 1Run-out side A, stamped
7XEA 22032 -1 G K T 1Run-out side B, stamped
7XEA 22031Label side A
7XEA 22032Label side B
Australia
1966- Label and catalog number
- His Master's Voice EA-4802
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 15 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1960s15 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | Australia | His Master's Voice EA-4802First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1966 | Denmark | His Master's Voice POP 1554First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1966 | Finland | His Master's Voice POP 1554First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1966 | Germany | Electrola E 23 355 / Electrola E 23355First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1966 | Italy | La Voce Del Padrone MQ 2068First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1966 | Italy | La Voce Del Padrone MQ 2068First year7", 45 RPM, Jukebox | 7", 45 RPM, Jukebox |
| 1966 | Netherlands | His Master's Voice POP 1554First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1966 | New Zealand | His Master's Voice HR.10466First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1966 | South Africa | His Master's Voice SAB 2100First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1966 | Sweden | His Master's Voice POP 1554First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1966 | Norway | His Master's Voice POP 1554First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1966 | UK | His Master's Voice POP 1554First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1966 | UK | His Master's Voice POP 1554First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1966 | UK | His Master's Voice POP 1554First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1966 | UK | His Master's Voice POP 1554First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
Tracklist
- AHigh Time
- BI Can't Hold On Much Longer
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of High Time are there?
15 vinyl pressings of High Time are listed here, from 11 countries.
When was High Time first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1966, in UK, Norway, Australia, Denmark and more. One of them is His Master's Voice POP 1554, released October 7, 1966.
How do I tell if my copy of High Time is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use POP 1554, EA-4802, E 23 355, MQ 2068) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 7XEA 22031 -1 P K T 1 and 7XEA 22032 -1 D kT 1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is High Time 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.