UK
February 18, 1991- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VST 1332
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single, White Label
- Runout / matrix
VST 1332 A1J-1-1Side A runout, stamped
VST 1332 B1J-1-1Side B runout, stamped
Simple MindsLet There Be Love
Vinyl pressings
Let There Be Love
by Simple Minds · 1991
14 pressings5 countriesPop RockSynth-popElectronicRock
Let There Be Love was first pressed on vinyl in 1991. 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 Let There Be Love
14 pressings came out in 1991, 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.
UK
February 26, 1991- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VST 1332
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, White Label
- Runout / matrix
VST 1332 A-3U-1-D
UK
March 17, 1991- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VST 1332Virgin 614 089
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
VST 1332 A1U-1-1Side A runout
VST 1332 B-2U-1-2Side B runout
VST 1332 A-2U-1-1Side A variant 2
VST 1332 B-3U-1- DSide B variant 2
UK
1991- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VS 1332Virgin 114 089
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Injection-moulded Labels
- Runout / matrix
VS 1332 A1U-1-Q2Runout side A stamped, Variant 1
VS 1332 B1U-1-Q3Runout side B stamped, Variant 1
VS 1332 A1U-1-Q2Runout side A stamped, Variant 2
VS 1332 B1U-1-Q2Runout side B stamped, Variant 2
UK
1991- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VS 1332
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Paper labels
- Runout / matrix
VS 1332 A1U-1-1Stamped run-outs Side A
VS 1332 B1U-1-1Stamped run-outs Side B
UK
1991- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VS 1332
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM · Large Centre
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.
1990s14 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Australia | Virgin VS 1332 / Virgin MX307787First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | Australia | Virgin VS 1332First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | Europe | Virgin VS 1332 / Virgin 114 089First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | Europe | Virgin 614 089 / Virgin VST 1332First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1991 | France | Virgin 90659 / Virgin 90 659First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1991 | Italy | Virgin VST 1332First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1991 | Italy | Virgin VS 1332 / Virgin VS-1332First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1991 | Italy | Virgin VS 1332 / Virgin VS-1332First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1991 | UK | Virgin VS 1332 / Virgin 114 089First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | UK | Virgin VS 1332First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | UK | Virgin VS 1332First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1991 | UK | Virgin VST 1332First year12", 45 RPM, Single, White Label | 12", 45 RPM, Single, White Label |
| 1991 | UK | Virgin VST 1332First year12", 45 RPM, White Label | 12", 45 RPM, White Label |
| 1991 | UK | Virgin VST 1332 / Virgin 614 089First year12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
Tracklist
- ALet There Be Love (7" Mix)4:44
- BGoodnight3:23
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Let There Be Love are there?
14 vinyl pressings of Let There Be Love are listed here, from 5 countries.
When was Let There Be Love first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1991, in UK, Australia, Europe, France and more. One of them is Virgin VST 1332, released February 18, 1991.
How do I tell if my copy of Let There Be Love is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use VST 1332, VS 1332, 614 089, 90659) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, VST 1332 A1J-1-1 and VST 1332 B1J-1-1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Let There Be Love 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.
