UK
1989- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VSTX 1195
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
VSTX 119 5 A-2U-1-1 JAA side runout
VSTX 119 5 B-2U-1-1B side runout
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Vinyl pressings
Warrior
by Public Image Limited · 1989
11 pressings4 countriesAlternative RockSynth-popElectronicRock
Warrior was first pressed on vinyl in 1989. 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 Warrior
11 pressings came out in 1989, the album's first year, in 4 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
1989- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VST 1195
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
VST 1195 A-1U-1-1 TY1Side A runout
VST 1195 B-1U-1-1 TY1Side B runout
VST 1195-ASide A label matrix
VST 1195-BSide B label matrix
UK
1989- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VS 1195
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM
UK
1989- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VSG1195Virgin VS 1195
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Gatefold
- Runout / matrix
VS 1195 A-1U-1-1 TY1Stamped in runout A side (Variant 1)
VS 1195 B-1U-1-1 TY1Stamped in runout B side (Variant 1)
VS 1195 A-1U-1-Q2 TY1Stamped in runout A side (Variant 2)
VS 1195 B-1U-1-Q2 TY1Stamped in runout B side (Variant 2)
UK
1989- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VSG1195Virgin VS 1195
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Gatefold Sleeve
- Runout / matrix
VS 1195 A-1U-1- 1 TY1Runout stamped side A
VS 1195 B-1U-1- 1Runout stamped side B
VS 1195-ALabel side A
VS 1195-BLabel side B
UK
1989- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VSTX 1195
- Format
- 12", Promo, White Label
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 11 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s11 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Australasia | Virgin VSTX 1195First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1989 | Australasia | Virgin VS 1195First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1989 | Europe | Virgin 612 494 / Virgin 612 494-213First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1989 | UK | Virgin VSTX 1195First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1989 | UK | Virgin VST 1195First year12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1989 | UK | Virgin VSTX 1195First year12", Promo, White Label · Promo | 12", Promo, White Label · Promo |
| 1989 | UK | Virgin VS 1195First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1989 | UK | Virgin VSG1195 / Virgin VS 1195First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1989 | UK | Virgin VSG1195 / Virgin VS 1195First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1989 | UK | Virgin VST 1195First year12", Single, Promo, White Label · Promo | 12", Single, Promo, White Label · Promo |
| 1989 | US | Virgin 0-96519 / Virgin 96519-0First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
Tracklist
- AWarrior (Edit)
- BU.S.L.S.1
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Warrior are there?
11 vinyl pressings of Warrior are listed here, from 4 countries.
When was Warrior first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1989, in UK, US, Australasia, Europe. One of them is Virgin VSTX 1195.
How do I tell if my copy of Warrior is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use VSTX 1195, VST 1195, VS 1195, VSG1195) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, VSTX 119 5 A-2U-1-1 JA and VSTX 119 5 B-2U-1-1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Warrior 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.
