US
1987- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 7-99388
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM · Allied Pressing
- Runout / matrix
ST-VR-51898- ARDisc label side A
ST-VR-53236- ARDisc label side B
Roy OrbisonCrying
Vinyl pressings
Crying
by Roy Orbison · 1987
10 pressings3 countriesRockFolkWorld& Country
Crying was first pressed on vinyl in 1987. 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 Crying
9 pressings came out in 1987, the album's first year, in 3 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
1987- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 7-99388
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM · Allied Pressing
- Runout / matrix
ST-VR-53236-2 FWTWCEDISC R-19111-2 △18588 1-1A Side
ST-VR-51898-2 R-19112-2 △18589 1-1B Side
US
1987- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 7-99388
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Specialty Pressing
- Runout / matrix
ST-VR-53236-1 FUTUREDISC 1-1 SRC[stamped]A Side
ST-VR-51898-1 1-1 SRC[stamped]B Side
US
1987- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 7-99388
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Promo
- Runout / matrix
ST-VR-53236-SPSide A & B Labels
Australia
1987- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VOZ029
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
VOZ029ALabel side A
VOZ029BLabel side B
Australia
1987- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VOZ029
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
VOZ029ADisc label side A
VOZ029BDisc label side B
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 10 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s9 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Australia | Virgin VOZ029First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1987 | Australia | Virgin VOZ029First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1987 | Canada | Virgin VS1413First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Canada | Virgin VSJ1413First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1987 | Canada | Virgin VS1413First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | US | Virgin 7-99388First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1987 | US | Virgin 7-99388First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1987 | US | Virgin 7-99388First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | US | Virgin 7-99388First year7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | US | Virgin 7-993887", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
Tracklist
- ACrying3:48
- BFalling2:22
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Crying are there?
10 vinyl pressings of Crying are listed here, from 3 countries.
When was Crying first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1987, in US, Australia, Canada. One of them is Virgin 7-99388.
How do I tell if my copy of Crying is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 7-99388, VOZ029, VS1413, VSJ1413) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, ST-VR-51898- AR and ST-VR-53236- AR. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Crying 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.
