UK
1977- Label and catalog number
- Arista ARISTA 91
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
ARISTA 91 A-1URunout, A-side, stamped
ARISTA 91 B-1URunout, B-side, stamped
Vinyl pressings
When
by Showaddywaddy · 1977
24 pressings13 countriesRock & RollRock
When was first pressed on vinyl in 1977. 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 When
24 pressings came out in 1977, the album's first year, in 13 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.
UK
1977- Label and catalog number
- Arista ARISTA 91
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · French Pressing
- Runout / matrix
7Y PART 83556.1 91 M3 316209 1Runout Side A
7Y PART 83557 12 913 M3 316208 1Runout Side B
7Y Part 83 556Label Side A
7Y Part 83 557Label Side B
UK
1977- Label and catalog number
- Arista ARISTA 91
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
ARISTA 91 A-1U OH 2Stamped side A, variant 1
ARISTA 91 B-1U PT 2Stamped side B, variant 1
ARISTA 91 A-2U HT 1Stamped side A, variant 2
ARISTA 91 B-1U PO 3Stamped side B, variant 2
UK
1977- Label and catalog number
- Arista ARISTA 91
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Solid Center
- Runout / matrix
ARISTA 91 A-1URunout, A-side, stamped
ARISTA 91 B-1URunout, B-side, stamped
UK
1977- Label and catalog number
- Arista ARISTA 91
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM · Knockout Center / Small Rim Text
- Runout / matrix
ARISTA 91 A-1U P 2Stamped runout, side A
ARISTA 91 B-1U G 1Stamped runout, side B
UK
1977- Label and catalog number
- Arista ARISTA 91
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Misprint
- Runout / matrix
ARISTA 91 A-1U GDStamped side A, variant 1
ARISTA 91 B-1U VStamped side B, variant 1
ARISTA 91B 45Label side B
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 24 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1970s24 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | Australia | Arista AR-11453First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1977 | Belgium | Arista 4C 006-98764First year7" | 7" |
| 1977 | Denmark | Arista ARISTA 91First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1977 | Denmark | Not On LabelFirst year10", 45 RPM, Single Sided, Single, Promo · Promo | 10", 45 RPM, Single Sided, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1977 | Finland | Arista 9C 006-98764First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1977 | France | Arista ARISTA 91First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1977 | France | Arista 2C 006 - 98.764First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1977 | France | Arista ARISTA 91First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1977 | Germany | Arista 1C 006-98 764 / EMI Electrola 1C 006-98 764First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1977 | Germany | Arista 1C 006-98 764 / EMI Electrola 1C 006-98 764First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1977 | Ireland | Arista ARISTA 91First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1977 | Italy | Arista 3C 006 98764First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1977 | Netherlands | Arista NG 821First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1977 | Netherlands | Arista NG 821 / Negram NG 821First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1977 | New Zealand | Arista BL 336First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Tracklist
- AWhen
- BSuperstar
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of When are there?
24 vinyl pressings of When are listed here, from 13 countries.
When was When first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1977, in UK, Australia, Belgium, Denmark and more. One of them is Arista ARISTA 91.
How do I tell if my copy of When is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use ARISTA 91, AR-11453, 4C 006-98764, 9C 006-98764) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, ARISTA 91 A-1U and ARISTA 91 B-1U. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is When 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.
