Europe
January 1987- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 608 836Virgin 608 836-213
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
DM 608836 A-3/1-87Runout Groove Side A
DM 608836 B-1/12-86 IIRunout Groove Side B
S 608 836 ALabel Side A
S 608 836 BLabel Side B
SandraMidnight Man
Vinyl pressings
Midnight Man
by Sandra · 1987
13 pressings7 countriesDance-popSynth-popElectronicPop
Midnight Man 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 Midnight Man
13 pressings came out in 1987, 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.
Europe
1987- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 108 836Virgin 108 836-100
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
DS 108836 A-3/1-87Runout A, stamped (var. 1)
DM DS 108836 B-1/12-86Runout B, stamped (var. 1)
DS 108836 A-3/1-87 IIRunout A, stamped (var. 2), 'II' is etched
DM DS 108836 B-1/12-86 IIRunout B, stamped (var. 2), 'II' is etched
Europe
1987- Label and catalog number
- RCA PT41174
- Format
- 12"
France
1987- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 80287
- Format
- 12", Maxi-Single
France
1987- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 90316
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
90316 A 1 M3 355922Runout side A
90316 B 1 M3 355923Runout side B
Germany
1987- Label and catalog number
- RCA PB41173
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
DM DS B-7250 A-1/2-87Stamped runout side A
DM DS B-7250 B-1/2-87Stamped runout side B
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 13 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s13 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Europe | Virgin 108 836 / Virgin 108 836-100First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1987 | Europe | RCA PT41174First year12" | 12" |
| 1987 | France | Virgin 80287First year12", Maxi-Single | 12", Maxi-Single |
| 1987 | France | Virgin 90316First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1987 | Germany | RCA PB41173First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1987 | Germany | VirginFirst year12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1987 | Greece | Virgin VG 2080-ZFirst year12", Maxi-Single | 12", Maxi-Single |
| 1987 | Italy | Virgin VIN 45216First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1987 | Italy | Virgin VINX 167First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1987 | South Africa | Virgin VS 702 (108 836)First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1987 | Spain | Virgin F 608 836First year12", Maxi-Single | 12", Maxi-Single |
| 1987 | Spain | Virgin A-108 836First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1987 | Europe | Virgin 608 836 / Virgin 608 836-213First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
Tracklist
- AMidnight Man3:03
- BMirror Of Love4:13
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Midnight Man are there?
13 vinyl pressings of Midnight Man are listed here, from 7 countries.
When was Midnight Man first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1987, in Europe, France, Germany, Greece and more. One of them is Virgin 608 836, released January 1987.
How do I tell if my copy of Midnight Man is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 608 836, 108 836, PT41174, 80287) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, DM 608836 A-3/1-87 and DM 608836 B-1/12-86 II. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Midnight Man 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.
