UK
September 1982- Label and catalog number
- Reformation CHS 2642
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Silver Injection Labels
- Runout / matrix
CHS 2642 A//2 ▽420 P 1 1 2 toneSide A runout, stamped, etched
CHS 2642 B//2 ▽ 420 P 1 1 1Side B runout, stamped
Vinyl pressings
Lifeline
by Spandau Ballet · 1982
34 pressings15 countriesPop RockSynth-popElectronicRock
Lifeline was first pressed on vinyl in 1982. 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 Lifeline
26 pressings came out in 1982, the album's first year, in 12 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
1982- Label and catalog number
- Reformation CHS 12 2642Chrysalis CHS 12 2642
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
CHS 122642 A // 1 ▽ 420 P 1 1 1 3 toneRunout side A, variant 1
CHS 122642 B // 1 ▽ 420 P 1 1 1 2Runout side B, variant 1
CHS 122642 A // 1 ▽ 420 P 1 1 4 toneRunout side A, variant 2
CHS 122642 B // 1 ▽ 420 P 1 1 1Runout side B, variant 2
UK
1982- Label and catalog number
- Chrysalis CHS 2642
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM · Blue Injection-moulded Labels
- Runout / matrix
CHS 2642 A POLYGRAM A Tone 634Runout side A, stamped, except [A Tone] etched Variant 1
CHS 2642 A POLYGRAM D 1 4 634Runout side B, stamped, except [4] etched Variant 1
CHS 2642 A POLYGRAM A2 Tone 634Runout side A, stamped, except [A Tone] etched Variant 2
CHS 2642 B POLYGRAM D3 634Runout side B, stamped Variant 2
UK
1982- Label and catalog number
- Reformation CHS 2642
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Paper Labels
UK
1982- Label and catalog number
- Chrysalis CHS P 2642
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Picture Disc, Limited Edition
- Runout / matrix
CHS P 2642 ASide A disc
CHS P 2642 BSide B disc
CHS P 2642 A tone ORLAKESide A runout etched
CHS P 2642 B1 ORLAKESide B runout etched
UK
1982- Label and catalog number
- Reformation CHS 12 2642
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, White Label
- Runout / matrix
CHS 12 2642 A 1Runout A etched
CHS 12 2642 B 1Runout B etched
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 34 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s34 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Australia | Chrysalis K-8893First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1982 | Europe | Chrysalis 104 770 / Chrysalis 104 770-100First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1982 | France | Chrysalis CHS 2642First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1982 | Ireland | Chrysalis CHS 2642First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1982 | Ireland | Chrysalis CHS 2642First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1982 | Italy | Chrysalis CHS 331First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1982 | Italy | Chrysalis CHS 331First year7", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1982 | New Zealand | Chrysalis K 8893First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1982 | Philippines | Chrysalis CHS-7029First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1982 | Portugal | Chrysalis 6198 641 / PolyGram 6198 641First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1982 | Portugal | Chrysalis 6198 641 / PolyGram 6198 641First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1982 | Spain | Chrysalis CHSC 2642First year12", Maxi-Single | 12", Maxi-Single |
| 1982 | Spain | Chrysalis CHS-2642First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1982 | Spain | Chrysalis CHS-2642First year7", Single, Promo · Promo | 7", Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1982 | Spain | Chrysalis CHSC 2642First year12", Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo | 12", Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo |
Tracklist
- ALifeline3:20
- BLive And Let Live3:46
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Lifeline are there?
34 vinyl pressings of Lifeline are listed here, from 15 countries, released between 1982 and 1983.
When was Lifeline first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1982, in UK, Australia, Europe, France and more. One of them is Reformation CHS 2642, released September 1982.
How do I tell if my copy of Lifeline is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use CHS 2642, CHS 12 2642, CHS P 2642, K-8893) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, CHS 2642 A//2 ▽420 P 1 1 2 tone and CHS 2642 B//2 ▽ 420 P 1 1 1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Lifeline 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.
