Italy
1989- Label and catalog number
- Ariola 612 518
- Format
- 12"
Vinyl pressings
Gringo
by Sabrina · 1989
17 pressings7 countriesItalo-DiscoItalodanceDiscoElectronic
Gringo 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 Gringo
16 pressings came out in 1989, the album's first year, in 7 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.
Italy
1989- Label and catalog number
- Videogram 612-622
- Format
- 12", Maxi-Single, Limited Edition, Picture Disc
Italy
1989- Label and catalog number
- Videogram 112 518
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
Italy
1989- Label and catalog number
- Ariola 612 518
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
612518-A - 2 S DITOMARunout side A
612518-B - 2 SRunout side B
612 518/ALabel side A
612 518/BLabel side B
Italy
1989- Label and catalog number
- Videogram VI 121206-1
- Format
- 12", Promo
UK
1989- Label and catalog number
- RCA PT 42116
- Format
- 12"
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 17 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s17 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Ecuador | Ariola 129-1083First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1989 | Europe | Ariola 112 518First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1989 | France | Ariola 112 518First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1989 | Germany | Ariola 612 518First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1989 | Germany | Ariola 612 51812", Test Pressing · Test pressing | 12", Test Pressing · Test pressing |
| 1989 | Italy | Ariola 612 518First year12" | 12" |
| 1989 | Italy | Videogram 612-622First year12", Maxi-Single, Limited Edition, Picture Disc · Limited, Picture disc | 12", Maxi-Single, Limited Edition, Picture Disc · Limited, Picture disc |
| 1989 | Italy | Videogram 112 518First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1989 | Italy | Ariola 612 518First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1989 | Italy | Videogram VI 121206-1First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1989 | UK | RCA PT 42116First year12" | 12" |
| 1989 | UK | RCA PB 42115First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1989 | UK | RCA PT 43160First year12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1989 | UK | RCA PT 43160 DJFirst year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1989 | UK | RCA PT 42116 DJFirst year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
Tracklist
- AGringo (Radio Version)3:55
- BGringo (Newage Mix)3:45
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Gringo are there?
17 vinyl pressings of Gringo are listed here, from 7 countries.
When was Gringo first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1989, in Italy, UK, Australia, Europe and more. One of them is Ariola 612 518.
How do I tell if my copy of Gringo is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 612 518, 612-622, 112 518, VI 121206-1) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Gringo 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.
