UK
1992- Label and catalog number
- Epic 658251 6
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
31-658251-20-1A-1 AA
31-658251-20-1B-1 AB
Shabba RanksMr. Loverman
Vinyl pressings
Mr. Loverman
by Shabba Ranks · 1992
14 pressings8 countriesHouseHip HopElectronicHip Hop
Mr. Loverman was first pressed on vinyl in 1992. 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 Mr. Loverman
9 pressings came out in 1992, 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.
US
1992- Label and catalog number
- Epic 49 74248
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
UK
1992- Label and catalog number
- Epic XPR 1759
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo
UK
1992- Label and catalog number
- Epic XPR 1890
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Promo
- Runout / matrix
XPR-1890 A1 1 DAMONT BSide A runout etched
XPR-1890 B1 1 DAMONT BSide A runout etched
UK & Europe
July 1992- Label and catalog number
- Epic 658251 7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
31-658251-04-1A-1Runout side A
31-658251-04-1B-1Runout side B
31-658251-04Matrix Labels
Europe
1992- Label and catalog number
- Epic 657917 6
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 14 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1990s10 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Australia | Epic SAMP 392First year12", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1992 | Europe | Epic 657917 6First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1992 | Greece | Epic 49 74248/ XSS 74248First year12" | 12" |
| 1992 | Mexico | Sony Music PRLP-95772First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1992 | UK | Epic 658251 6First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1992 | UK | Epic XPR 1759First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1992 | UK | Epic XPR 1890First year12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1992 | US | Epic 49 74248First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1992 | US | Epic AED 7424812", Promo, Test Pressing, White Label · Test pressing, Promo | 12", Promo, Test Pressing, White Label · Test pressing, Promo |
| 1992 | UK & Europe | Epic 658251 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
2000s2 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | UK | Epic UC02012", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 2004 | UK | Epic UC02012", 33 ⅓ RPM, White Label | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, White Label |
Year unknown2 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Australia | Epic SAMP 39212", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| ? | Costa Rica | Sony Music 7100229212", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
Tracklist
- A1Mr. Loverman (D.M. Ragga Hop Mix)6:05
- A2Mr. Loverman (Twin City Crew Mix)4:05
- B1Mr. Loverman (New World Mix)4:22
- B2Mr. Loverman (Raggamental Mix)4:24
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Mr. Loverman are there?
14 vinyl pressings of Mr. Loverman are listed here, from 8 countries, released between 1992 and 2004.
When was Mr. Loverman first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1992, in UK, US, UK & Europe, Europe and more. One of them is Epic 658251 6.
How do I tell if my copy of Mr. Loverman is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 658251 6, 49 74248, XPR 1759, XPR 1890) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 31-658251-20-1A-1 A and 31-658251-20-1B-1 A. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Mr. Loverman 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.