Italy
1986- Label and catalog number
- Out OUT 3067
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
OUT 3067 ARunout side A, hand-etched
OUT 3067 BRunout side B, hand-etched
RadioramaVampires
Vinyl pressings
Vampires
by Radiorama · 1986
13 pressings5 countriesItalo-DiscoElectronic
Vampires was first pressed on vinyl in 1986. 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 Vampires
13 pressings came out in 1986, 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.
Italy
1986- Label and catalog number
- Out OUT 3067
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM · Clear
- Runout / matrix
OUT 3067 ARunout Groove A
OUT 3067 BRunout Groove B
Italy
1986- Label and catalog number
- Out OUT NP 3067
- Format
- 7"
Italy
1986- Label and catalog number
- Out OUT 3067
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, White Label
- Runout / matrix
OUT 3067 ASide A runout, etched
OUT 3067 BSide B runout, etched
Canada
1986- Label and catalog number
- Power Records PXD-072
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
Canada
1986- Label and catalog number
- Power Records PX7-111
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
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.
1980s13 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Canada | Power Records PXD-072First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1986 | Canada | Power Records PX7-111First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1986 | Europe | Ariola 608 346First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1986 | Europe | Ariola 108 346First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1986 | Greece | Sakkaris Records SR 8526First year12" | 12" |
| 1986 | Italy | Out OUT 3067First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1986 | Italy | Out OUT 3067First year12", 45 RPM · Colored vinyl | 12", 45 RPM · Colored vinyl |
| 1986 | Italy | Out OUT NP 3067First year7" | 7" |
| 1986 | Italy | Out OUT 3067First year12", 45 RPM, White Label | 12", 45 RPM, White Label |
| 1986 | Sweden | Beat Box BB 8088First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1986 | Sweden | Beat Box BB 7088First year7" | 7" |
| 1986 | Sweden | Beat Box BB 8088First year12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1986 | Europe | Ariola 608 346First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Misprint | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Misprint |
Tracklist
- AVampires (Vocal)6:10
- AAVampires (Instrumental)4:10
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Vampires are there?
13 vinyl pressings of Vampires are listed here, from 5 countries.
When was Vampires first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1986, in Italy, Canada, Europe, Greece and more. One of them is Out OUT 3067.
How do I tell if my copy of Vampires is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use OUT 3067, OUT NP 3067, PXD-072, PX7-111) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, OUT 3067 A and OUT 3067 B. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Vampires 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.
