UK
September 5, 1983- Label and catalog number
- Statik Records TAK 8/12Statik Records TAK 8-12
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
Positive NoiseWhen Lightning Strikes
Vinyl pressings
When Lightning Strikes
by Positive Noise · 1983
14 pressings8 countriesSynth-popElectronic
When Lightning Strikes 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 When Lightning Strikes
14 pressings came out in 1983, the album's first year, in 8 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
September 5, 1983- Label and catalog number
- Statik Records TAK 8
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
TAK 8 A-1U-1-1 1 1 TOWN HOUSERunout stamped, Town House etched
TAK 8 B-1U-1-1 1 1 TOWN HOUSERunout stamped, Town House etched
TAK 8ALabel side A
TAK 8BLabel side B
Europe
1983- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 601 036-213Statik Records 601 036-213
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
Europe
1983- Label and catalog number
- Statik Records 105 815Statik Records 105 815-100
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
Finland
1983- Label and catalog number
- Statik Records TAK 8Polarvox Oy TAK 8
- Format
- 7", Single
Finland
1983- Label and catalog number
- Statik Records TAK 8/12Polarvox Oy TAK 8/12
- Format
- 12", Maxi-Single
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.
1980s14 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Europe | Virgin 601 036-213 / Statik Records 601 036-213First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1983 | Europe | Statik Records 105 815 / Statik Records 105 815-100First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | Finland | Statik Records TAK 8 / Polarvox Oy TAK 8First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1983 | Finland | Statik Records TAK 8/12 / Polarvox Oy TAK 8/12First year12", Maxi-Single | 12", Maxi-Single |
| 1983 | France | Statik Records 817 250-1 / Polydor 817 250-1First year12", Maxi-Single | 12", Maxi-Single |
| 1983 | Italy | Franton Records FR 1204First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1983 | Italy | Franton Records FR 2103-7First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1983 | Portugal | Discos MVM MV - 012013First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1983 | Scandinavia | Harlekin HMS 1318First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1983 | Scandinavia | Harlekin HMS 1318/12First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1983 | Spain | Victoria VIC 102 / Statik Records VIC 102First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1983 | Spain | Statik Records B-20.191First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1983 | UK | Statik Records TAK 8/12 / Statik Records TAK 8-12First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1983 | UK | Statik Records TAK 8First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
Tracklist
- A1When Lightning Strikes (Dance Mix)4:45
- A2When Lightning Strikes (Instrumental)3:28
- B1When Lightning Strikes3:10
- B2Change Of Heart4:20
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of When Lightning Strikes are there?
14 vinyl pressings of When Lightning Strikes are listed here, from 8 countries.
When was When Lightning Strikes first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1983, in UK, Europe, Finland, France and more. One of them is Statik Records TAK 8/12, released September 5, 1983.
How do I tell if my copy of When Lightning Strikes is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use TAK 8/12, TAK 8, 601 036-213, 105 815) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is When Lightning Strikes 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.
