Germany
February 2, 2004- Label and catalog number
- Vandit Records Vandit 031
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, 45 RPM, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
B496016-01 A1 HLRunout A side, machine stamped
B496016-01 B1 HLRunout B side, machine stamped
Paul van DykCrush
Vinyl pressings
Crush
by Paul van Dyk · 2004
14 pressings5 countriesTranceProgressive TranceElectronic
Crush was first pressed on vinyl in 2004. 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 Crush
13 pressings came out in 2004, 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.
Germany
2004- Label and catalog number
- Vandit Records
- Format
- 12", Promo, White Label
- Runout / matrix
B496016
US
March 23, 2004- Label and catalog number
- Mute MUTE 9240-0Mute Corporation MUTE 9240-0
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, 45 RPM
UK
April 5, 2004- Label and catalog number
- Positiva 12TIVX 204
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
12TIVDJX 204 A-1-1 Shane! PSSide A runout
12TIVDJX 204 AA-1-1Side AA runout
UK
April 5, 2004- Label and catalog number
- Positiva 12TIV 204
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
12TIV 204 A-1-1Side A runout, stamped
12TIVDJD 204 C-1-1Side AA runout, stamped
UK
2004- Label and catalog number
- Positiva 12TIVDJX 204
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single Sided, White Label
- Runout / matrix
12TIVDJX 204 AA-1-1Side A runout, stamped
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 14 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
2000s14 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Germany | Vandit RecordsFirst year12", Promo, White Label · Promo | 12", Promo, White Label · Promo |
| 2004 | Netherlands | ID&TFirst year12", White Label | 12", White Label |
| 2004 | UK | Positiva 12TIVDJD204First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 2004 | UK | Positiva 12TIVDJX204First year12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 2004 | UK | Positiva 12TIVDJX 204First year12", 45 RPM, Single Sided, White Label | 12", 45 RPM, Single Sided, White Label |
| 2004 | UK | Positiva 12tivdj 204First year12", Single Sided, White Label | 12", Single Sided, White Label |
| 2004 | UK | Positiva 12TIVDJD-204First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 2004 | UK | Positiva 12TIV 204First year12", Promo, White Label · Promo | 12", Promo, White Label · Promo |
| 2004 | UK | Positiva 12TIVDJD20412", Test Pressing, White Label · Test pressing | 12", Test Pressing, White Label · Test pressing |
| 2004 | Germany | Vandit Records Vandit 031First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 2004 | US | Mute MUTE 9240-0 / Mute Corporation MUTE 9240-0First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, 45 RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, 45 RPM |
| 2004 | UK | Positiva 12TIVX 204First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 2004 | UK | Positiva 12TIV 204First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 2004 | Germany & Switzerland | Positiva 12 1 1vdjd 204 d-1-1First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Stereo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Stereo |
Tracklist
- A1Crush (Vandit Club Mix)10:23
- A2Crush (PvD Original Mix)7:46
- B1Crush (PvD Remix)8:52
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Crush are there?
14 vinyl pressings of Crush are listed here, from 5 countries.
When was Crush first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 2004, in Germany, US, UK, Germany & Switzerland and more. One of them is Vandit Records Vandit 031, released February 2, 2004.
How do I tell if my copy of Crush is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use Vandit 031, MUTE 9240-0, 12TIVX 204, 12TIV 204) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, B496016-01 A1 HL and B496016-01 B1 HL. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Crush 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.
