UK
1969- Label and catalog number
- United Artists Records UAS 29019
- Format
- LP, Album
- Runout / matrix
UAS. 29019 ALabel side A
UAS. 29019 BLabel side B
Ron GoodwinBattle Of Britain (Original Soundtrack Recording)
Vinyl pressings
Battle Of Britain (Original Soundtrack Recording)
by Ron Goodwin · 1969
14 pressings7 countriesSoundtrackContemporaryClassicalStage & Screen
Battle Of Britain was first pressed on vinyl in 1969. 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 Battle Of Britain
7 pressings came out in 1969, the album's first year, in 6 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
1969- Label and catalog number
- United Artists Records UAS 29019
- Format
- LP, Album
- Runout / matrix
UAS 29019 A - 1G A 1Runout side A
UAS. 29019 ALabel side A
UAS. 29019 BLabel side B
UAS 29019 B - 2G G 1
US
1969- Label and catalog number
- United Artists Records UAS 5201
- Format
- LP, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
UAS-5201A- ̶1̶A 114 AudioMatrixRunout A
UAS-5201B- ̶1̶A 114 AudioMatrixRunout B
Canada
1969- Label and catalog number
- United Artists Records UAS 5201
- Format
- LP, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
UAS-5201A-1BRunout side A
UAS-5201B-1BRunout side B
UAS 5201–ALabel side A
UAS 5201–BLabel side B
France
1969- Label and catalog number
- United Artists Records 2C 062-90563
- Format
- LP
Italy
1969- Label and catalog number
- United Artists Records UAS 9042
- Format
- LP, Album, Stereo
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.
1960s7 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | Canada | United Artists Records UAS 5201First yearLP, Stereo | LP, Stereo |
| 1969 | France | United Artists Records 2C 062-90563First yearLP | LP |
| 1969 | Italy | United Artists Records UAS 9042First yearLP, Album, Stereo | LP, Album, Stereo |
| 1969 | Japan | United Artists Records SR-329First yearLP, Album, Stereo | LP, Album, Stereo |
| 1969 | UK | United Artists Records UAS 29019First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1969 | UK | United Artists Records UAS 29019First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1969 | US | United Artists Records UAS 5201First yearLP, Stereo | LP, Stereo |
1980s3 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Canada | MCA Records MCA 25008LP, Reissue | LP, Reissue |
| 1986 | US | MCA Records MCA 25008LP, Reissue | LP, Reissue |
| 1986 | US | MCA Records MCA-25008LP, Reissue | LP, Reissue |
1990s1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | UK | MGM Records LPMGM 21LP, Album | LP, Album |
Year unknown3 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Germany | United Artists Records UAS 29 019 iLP | LP |
| ? | UK | Sunset Records SLS 50407LP, Album, Reissue | LP, Album, Reissue |
| ? | UK | Liberty SLS 50407LP, Reissue, Stereo | LP, Reissue, Stereo |
Tracklist
- A1Battle Of Britain Theme1:23
- A2Luftwaffe March3:32
- A3The Lull Before The Storm1:37
- A4Work And Play2:27
- A5Death And Destruction1:22
- A6Briefing The Luftwaffe1:14
- A7Prelude To Battle3:20
- A8Victory Assured2:12
- A9Defeat1:26
- B1Hitler’s Headquarters0:55
- B2Return To Base0:44
- B3Threat1:23
- B4Civilian Tragedy1:08
- B5Offensive Build-up3:43
- B6Attack0:58
- B7Personal Tragedy0:41
- B8Battle In The Air4:51
- B9Absent Friends1:03
- B10Battle Of Britain Theme End—Title2:54
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Battle Of Britain are there?
14 vinyl pressings of Battle Of Britain are listed here, from 7 countries, released between 1969 and 1990.
When was Battle Of Britain first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1969, in UK, US, Canada, France and more. One of them is United Artists Records UAS 29019.
How do I tell if my copy of Battle Of Britain is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use UAS 29019, UAS 5201, 2C 062-90563, UAS 9042) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, UAS. 29019 A and UAS. 29019 B. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Battle Of Britain 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.