US
1971- Label and catalog number
- Fantasy 657
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
F-2582A — runout
F-2583B — runout
F-2852A — label
F-2853B — label
RedwingCalifornia Blues
Vinyl pressings
California Blues
by Redwing · 1971
22 pressings14 countriesRock
California Blues was first pressed on vinyl in 1971. 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 California Blues
22 pressings came out in 1971, the album's first year, in 14 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.
US
1971- Label and catalog number
- Fantasy FANT-657
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
F-2852A Label
F-2853B Label
US
1971- Label and catalog number
- Fantasy 657
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
F-2852-1-A2B (Flower symbol) RA runout
F-2853-1-A2A (Flower symbol) RB runout
F-2852A label
F-2853B label
US
1971- Label and catalog number
- Fantasy FANT-657 DJ
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM, Promo
- Runout / matrix
F-2852A Label
F-2853B Label
US
1971- Label and catalog number
- Fantasy 657
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM, Promo
- Runout / matrix
F-2852A label
F-2853B label
US
1971- Label and catalog number
- Fantasy 657
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM, Promo
- Runout / matrix
F-2852-1-A1C (Flower symbol) RA runout
F-2853-1-A1D (Flower symbol) RB runout
F-2852A label
F-2853B label
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.
1970s22 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | Australia | Liberty LYK-4231First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1971 | Canada | Fantasy Fantasy 657First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1971 | Denmark | United Artists Records UP 35207First year7", 45 RPM, Mono · Mono | 7", 45 RPM, Mono · Mono |
| 1971 | France | America Records AM 17023 / America Records 17 023First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1971 | Germany | Bellaphon BF 18036 / Fantasy BF 18036First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1971 | Italy | Fantasy IS 20102First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1971 | Italy | Fantasy JB 383First year7", 45 RPM, Jukebox | 7", 45 RPM, Jukebox |
| 1971 | Japan | Liberty LR-2813First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1971 | Japan | Liberty LR-2813First year7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1971 | Mexico | Fantasy L 55113First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1971 | Netherlands | Liberty 5C 006-92 462First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1971 | Philippines | Liberty LB-20487First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1971 | Portugal | Liberty N-55-9First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1971 | Spain | America Records M. 20-211 / Marfer M. 20-211First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1971 | UK | United Artists Records UP 35207First year7", 45 RPM, Mono · Mono | 7", 45 RPM, Mono · Mono |
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Questions
How many vinyl pressings of California Blues are there?
22 vinyl pressings of California Blues are listed here, from 14 countries.
When was California Blues first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1971, in US, UK, Australia, Canada and more. One of them is Fantasy 657.
How do I tell if my copy of California Blues is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 657, FANT-657, FANT-657 DJ, UP 35207) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, F-2582 and F-2583. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is California Blues 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.
