Europe
1980- Label and catalog number
- Epic EPC 8666
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
01-8666-1A-1 ARunout side A
01-8666-1B-1 ARunout side B
Russ BallardOn The Rebound
Vinyl pressings
On The Rebound
by Russ Ballard · 1980
11 pressings8 countriesHard RockRock
On The Rebound was first pressed on vinyl in 1980. 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 On The Rebound
11 pressings came out in 1980, the album's first year, in 8 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
1980- Label and catalog number
- Epic 9-50883
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
p ZSS-167237 -1B STERLINGA-Side Runout Etching
p ZSS-167238 -1A STERLINGB-Side Runout Etching
ZSS 167237A-Side Label
ZSS 167238B-Side Label
UK
July 18, 1980- Label and catalog number
- Epic S EPC 8666
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo
US
1980- Label and catalog number
- Epic 9-50883
- Format
- 7", Promo
- Runout / matrix
ZSS 167237 1A STERLINGSide A Runout
ZSS 167237 1B STERLINGSide B Runout
ZSS 167237Side A Label
ZSS 167237Side B Label
Canada
1980- Label and catalog number
- Epic 9-50883
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
ZSS167237 1A-2HZ DM {3}Variant 1; Side A, etched except {stamped}
ZSS167237 1A-2HZ DM {6}Variant 2; Side A, etched except {stamped}
ZSS167238 1A-2HZVariant 1,2; Side B; etched
France
1980- Label and catalog number
- Epic EPC 12-8666
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 11 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s11 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Australia | Epic ES 478First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1980 | Canada | Epic 9-50883First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1980 | Europe | Epic EPC 8666First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1980 | France | Epic EPC 12-8666First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1980 | France | Epic EPC 8666First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1980 | South Africa | Epic EN 5099First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1980 | Spain | Epic EPC 8666First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1980 | Spain | Epic EPC 8666First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1980 | US | Epic 9-50883First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1980 | US | Epic 9-50883First year7", Promo · Promo | 7", Promo · Promo |
| 1980 | UK | Epic S EPC 8666First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
Tracklist
- AOn The Rebound3:20
- BRiding With The Angels4:06
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of On The Rebound are there?
11 vinyl pressings of On The Rebound are listed here, from 8 countries.
When was On The Rebound first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1980, in Europe, US, UK, Canada and more. One of them is Epic EPC 8666.
How do I tell if my copy of On The Rebound is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use EPC 8666, 9-50883, S EPC 8666, EPC 12-8666) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 01-8666-1A-1 A and 01-8666-1B-1 A. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is On The Rebound 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.
