US
1984- Label and catalog number
- Solar 0-66930
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
ST-ED-66930-A-SPA label
ST-ED-66930-B-SPB label
ShalamarAmnesia
Vinyl pressings
Amnesia
by Shalamar · 1984
13 pressings5 countriesSynth-popFunkElectronicFunk / Soul
Amnesia was first pressed on vinyl in 1984. 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 Amnesia
12 pressings came out in 1984, the album's first year, in 5 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
1984- Label and catalog number
- Solar 7-69682
- Format
- 7"
- Runout / matrix
SRC (RC stamped within larger S) ST-ES-69682A ‒ 2 (etched five-petaled flower with two leaves and stem) 1-1A runout
ST-ES-69682B ‒ 1 (two etched seagulls) 1-1 SRC (RC stamped within larger S)B runout
ST-ES-69682-A-SPA label
ST-ES-69682-B-SPB label
US
1984- Label and catalog number
- Solar 7-69682
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · AR
US
1984- Label and catalog number
- Solar ED 5019
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo
- Runout / matrix
ST-ED 66930-AEtching Side A [Variant 1]
ST-ED 66930-BEtching Side B [Variant 1]
ST-ED-66930A-2 ❀ 1-1 SRCRunout side A etched, except SRC [Logo] [Variant 2]
ST-ED-66930-B - 2 ⁀⁀ ⁀⁀ 1-1 SRCRunout side B etched, except SRC [Logo] [Variant 2]
US
1984- Label and catalog number
- Solar 7-69682
- Format
- 7", Promo
UK
1984- Label and catalog number
- MCA Records SHAL 1
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
SHAL 1 A1 < BILBO TAPEONESide A runout, etched & stamped
SHAL 1 B1 < BILBO TAPEONESide B runout, etched & stamped
SHAL 1 ASide A label
SHAL 1 BSide B label
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Canada | SOLAR 96 69300First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1984 | Canada | Solar 96 96827First year7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1984 | Canada | Solar 96 96827First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1984 | France | Solar 311132 / Vogue 311132First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1984 | France | Solar 102032 / Vogue 102032First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1984 | UK | MCA Records SHAL 1First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1984 | UK & Europe | MCA Records SHALT 1 / Solar SHALT 1First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1984 | US | Solar ED 5019First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1984 | US | Solar 0-66930First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1984 | US | Solar 7-69682First year7" | 7" |
| 1984 | US | Solar 7-69682First year7", Promo · Promo | 7", Promo · Promo |
| 1984 | US | Solar ED 501912", Test Pressing · Test pressing | 12", Test Pressing · Test pressing |
| 1984 | US | Solar 7-69682First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Tracklist
- AAmnesia (Vocal / LP Version)5:32
- B1Amnesia (Vocal / Edit LP Version)3:55
- B2You're The One For Me5:00
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Amnesia are there?
13 vinyl pressings of Amnesia are listed here, from 5 countries.
When was Amnesia first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1984, in US, UK, Canada, France and more. One of them is Solar 0-66930.
How do I tell if my copy of Amnesia is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 0-66930, 7-69682, ED 5019, SHAL 1) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, ST-ED-66930-A-SP and ST-ED-66930-B-SP. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Amnesia 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.
