Sweden
1989- Label and catalog number
- EMI 1363417
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Gatefold Sleeve
- Runout / matrix
1363417-A B.E C.R 29/9-89 GrammoplastSide A
1363417-B 29/9-89 Grammoplast B.E C.RSide B
Vinyl pressings
Dangerous
by Roxette · 1989
22 pressings9 countriesPop RockRockPop
Dangerous 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 Dangerous
14 pressings came out in 1989, 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.
Sweden
1989- Label and catalog number
- EMI 1363416
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
136 34 16-A Grammoplast B.E C.R 30/3-89Side A, etched runout
136 34 16-B Grammoplast B.E C.R 30/3-89Side B, etched runout
Sweden
1989- Label and catalog number
- EMI 1363417
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
29/3-89 Grammoplast 136 3417-A B.E.C.R.
29/3-89 Grammoplast B.E.C.R. 136 3417-B
Sweden
1989- Label and catalog number
- EMI 1363417
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
Side A: 29/3-89 Grammoplast 136 3417-A
Side B: 29/3-89 Grammoplast 136 3417-B
US
1989- Label and catalog number
- EMI V-56159
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single · 1st Press
- Runout / matrix
V-1 56159 - 21 DMM SPI-1 OTHER ROOMSide A - Etched
V-2 56159 - 21 DMM SPI-1 OTHER ROOMSide B - Etched
US
1989- Label and catalog number
- EMI USA NR-50233
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
NR-1-50233 G-1 1-1 MM (SRC logo)Side A etched [SRC logo stamped]
NR-2-50233 G-1 MM (SRC logo)Side B etched [SRC logo stamped]
ᴍᴀsᴛᴇʀᴇᴅ ʙʏ ᴄᴀᴘɪᴛᴀʟBoth sides stamped
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.
1980s14 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Australia | Parlophone A 2358First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1989 | Canada | EMI USA SPRO-440 / EMI USA MIC 11041First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1989 | Philippines | EMI 73x393First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1989 | Philippines | EMI EP-EMI-51 (DPRO-4445)First year12", Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo | 12", Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1989 | South Africa | EMI PS 128First year7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1989 | South Africa | EMI PS 128First year7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single, Promo · Promo, Colored vinyl | 7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single, Promo · Promo, Colored vinyl |
| 1989 | Sweden | EMI 1363417First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1989 | Sweden | EMI 1363416First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1989 | Sweden | EMI 1363417First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1989 | Sweden | EMI 1363417First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1989 | US | EMI V-56159First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Misprint | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Misprint |
| 1989 | US | EMI USA SPRO 04446 / SPRO 04487First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1989 | US | EMI USA NR-50233First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1989 | US | EMI V-56159First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single |
1990s7 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Australia | Parlophone A 23587", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1990 | Europe | Parlophone 006-13 6370 7 / EMI Electrola 13637077", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1990 | Europe | Parlophone 060-13 6370 6 / EMI 060-13 6370 612", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1990 | Italy | EMI 14 136370612", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1990 | Italy | EMI 06 13637077", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1990 | Spain | EMI 13 6370 6 / EMI 052 13 6370 612", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1990 | Spain | EMI 006 1223507 / EMI 006 12 2350 77", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Australia | Parlophone A 23587", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Tracklist
- ADangerous (7" Version)3:48
- B1Surrender (Live)2:56
- B2Neverending Love (Live)3:20
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Dangerous are there?
22 vinyl pressings of Dangerous are listed here, from 9 countries, released between 1989 and 1990.
When was Dangerous first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1989, in Sweden, US, Australia, Philippines and more. One of them is EMI 1363417.
How do I tell if my copy of Dangerous is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 1363417, 1363416, V-56159, NR-50233) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 1363417-A B.E C.R 29/9-89 Grammoplast and 1363417-B 29/9-89 Grammoplast B.E C.R. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Dangerous 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.
