UK
October 29, 1990- Label and catalog number
- 4AD AD 0014
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
AD 0014 A1 ..JA MPORunout side A
AD 0014 A̶ ̶2̶ B2 NF MPORunout side B
PixiesDig For Fire
Vinyl pressings
Dig For Fire
by Pixies · 1990
13 pressings6 countriesIndie RockRock
Dig For Fire was first pressed on vinyl in 1990. 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 Dig For Fire
9 pressings came out in 1990, 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
October 29, 1990- Label and catalog number
- 4AD BAD 0014
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
BAD 0014 A1 MF. MPOSide A
BAD 0014 B1 MPOSide B
Australia
November 19, 1990- Label and catalog number
- Liberation Records X 14913
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
W2A 4:52 DTMX-75679Runout side A "etched"
W2A 5:20 DTMX-75680Runout side B "etched"
Australia
1990- Label and catalog number
- Liberation Records K 10264
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
DTMX- 75739 USA 2:46A side, etched
DTMX- 75740 2:03 USAB side, etched
France
1990- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 90639
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
90639 A PODA side runout
90639 B PODB side runout
France
1990- Label and catalog number
- 4AD 80560Virgin 80560
- Format
- 12"
- Runout / matrix
0.10 DMD-8 1 9 0 A-1side A
0.10 DMD-8 1 9 0 B-1side B
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 13 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1990s12 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Australia | Liberation Records K 10264First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1990 | France | Virgin 90639First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1990 | France | 4AD 80560 / Virgin 80560First year12" | 12" |
| 1990 | Germany | Rough Trade RTD 120.1105.0 / 4AD RTD 120.1105.0First year12", Single | 12", Single |
| 1990 | Germany | 4AD12", Single, Test Pressing · Test pressing | 12", Single, Test Pressing · Test pressing |
| 1990 | Spain | Grabaciones Accidentales 2GA-0405-2First year12" | 12" |
| 1990 | UK | 4AD AD 00147", Single, Test Pressing · Test pressing | 7", Single, Test Pressing · Test pressing |
| 1990 | UK | 4AD BAD 001412", Test Pressing · Test pressing | 12", Test Pressing · Test pressing |
| 1990 | Germany | Rough Trade RTD 120.1105.0First year12", Maxi-Single, Promo, White Label · Promo | 12", Maxi-Single, Promo, White Label · Promo |
| 1990 | UK | 4AD AD 0014First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1990 | UK | 4AD BAD 0014First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1990 | Australia | Liberation Records X 14913First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | US | Elektra ED 549512", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
Tracklist
- A1Dig For Fire2:49
- A2Velvety (Instrumental Version)2:05
- B3Winterlong3:11
- B4Santo2:17
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Dig For Fire are there?
13 vinyl pressings of Dig For Fire are listed here, from 6 countries.
When was Dig For Fire first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1990, in UK, Australia, France, Germany and more. One of them is 4AD AD 0014, released October 29, 1990.
How do I tell if my copy of Dig For Fire is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use AD 0014, BAD 0014, X 14913, K 10264) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, AD 0014 A1 ..JA MPO and AD 0014 A̶ ̶2̶ B2 NF MPO. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Dig For Fire 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.
