UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- Parlophone FLEX 5
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
FLEX 5 A-1U-1-1-3A-Side Runout
FLEX 5 B-1U-1-2-1B-Side Runout
FLEX 5AA-Side Label
FLEX 5BB-Side Label
Re-FlexHow Much Longer
Vinyl pressings
How Much Longer
by Re-Flex · 1985
22 pressings10 countriesSynth-popNew WaveElectronic
How Much Longer was first pressed on vinyl in 1985. 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 How Much Longer
21 pressings came out in 1985, the album's first year, in 10 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
1985- Label and catalog number
- Parlophone 12 FLEX 5
- Format
- 12", Single
- Runout / matrix
12 FLEX 5 A-1U-1-2- X 1 D A 1ST FOR KEV-TOWNHOUSERunout Side A
12 FLEX 5 B-1U-1-1 DRunout Side B
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- Parlophone FLEX 5
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Silver Injection Label
- Runout / matrix
FLEX 5 A-1U-1-03-2A-Side Runout
FLEX 5 B-1U-1-03-1B-Side Runout
FLEX 5AA-Side Label
FLEX 5BB-Side Label
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- Not on label
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo
- Runout / matrix
FLEX 5 A-1U-1-1-3A-Side Runout
FLEX 5 B-1U-1-2-1B-Side Runout
Australia
1985- Label and catalog number
- Parlophone A-1530
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
Canada
1985- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records V-75109
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Stereo
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 22 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s22 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Australia | Parlophone A-1530First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Australia | Parlophone A-1530First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | Australia | Parlophone ED-116First year12", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | Canada | Capitol Records V-75109First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1985 | Canada | Capitol Records B 72974First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1985 | Europe | Parlophone 1C K 060 20 0616 6 / Parlophone 060 20 0616 6First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1985 | France | Parlophone 2006157First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1985 | France | Parlophone 1549886First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1985 | Germany | Parlophone 1C 006-20 0615 7 / EMI 1C 006-20 0615 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1985 | Italy | Parlophone 16 2006166First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | Italy | Parlophone 16 2006166First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1985 | Italy | Parlophone 16 2006166First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | Philippines | Parlophone PAL-61184 / Parlophone 12 FLEX 5BFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | South Africa | EMI EMIJ 4513First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1985 | Spain | EMI 006-2006157 / Parlophone 006-2006157First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Tracklist
- AHow Much Longer
- BTrue Lust
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of How Much Longer are there?
22 vinyl pressings of How Much Longer are listed here, from 10 countries.
When was How Much Longer first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1985, in UK, Australia, Canada, Europe and more. One of them is Parlophone FLEX 5.
How do I tell if my copy of How Much Longer is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use FLEX 5, 12 FLEX 5, A-1530, V-75109) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, FLEX 5 A-1U-1-1-3 and FLEX 5 B-1U-1-2-1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is How Much Longer 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.
