France
1980- Label and catalog number
- Vogue 101301RKM 101301
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
101301 A 1Runout side A
101301 B 1Runout side B
TelexEuro-Vision
Vinyl pressings
Euro-Vision
by Telex · 1980
14 pressings10 countriesSynth-popNew WaveElectronic
Euro-Vision was first pressed on vinyl in 1980. 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 Euro-Vision
14 pressings came out in 1980, the album's first year, in 10 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.
France
1980- Label and catalog number
- Vogue 101301RKM 101301
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
UK
1980- Label and catalog number
- Sire SIR 4039
- Format
- 7"
- Runout / matrix
W-2 SIR 4039 A-1Side A, Hand Etched
SIR 4039 B-1Side B, Hand Etched
US
1980- Label and catalog number
- Sire PRO-A-887
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo
Germany
March 1980- Label and catalog number
- Hansa International 101 755Hansa 101 755-100
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
101755 A-1/80S Made in GermanyRunout side A
101755 B-3/80S Made in GermanyRunout side B
Greece
1980- Label and catalog number
- Music-Box MB 10094
- Format
- 7"
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.
1980s14 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | France | Vogue 101301 / RKM 101301First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1980 | France | Vogue 101301 / RKM 101301First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1980 | Greece | Music-Box MB 10094First year7" | 7" |
| 1980 | Italy | Durium DE 3126 / Durium Marche Estere DE. 3126First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1980 | Italy | Durium DE 3126 / Durium Marche Estere DE. 3126First year7", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1980 | Netherlands | WEA WEAN 18208 / WEA WEAN 18.208First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1980 | Portugal | Da Nova 4002First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1980 | Scandinavia | Sonet T-20001First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1980 | Scandinavia | Sonet T-20001First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1980 | Spain | RKM 45-1959 / Hispavox 45-1959First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1980 | Spain | Hispavox 45-1959First year7", Promo · Promo | 7", Promo · Promo |
| 1980 | UK | Sire SIR 4039First year7" | 7" |
| 1980 | US | Sire PRO-A-887First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1980 | Germany | Hansa International 101 755 / Hansa 101 755-100First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
Tracklist
- AEuro-Vision2:43
- BTroppical3:12
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Euro-Vision are there?
14 vinyl pressings of Euro-Vision are listed here, from 10 countries.
When was Euro-Vision first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1980, in France, UK, US, Germany and more. One of them is Vogue 101301.
How do I tell if my copy of Euro-Vision is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 101301, SIR 4039, PRO-A-887, 101 755) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 101301 A 1 and 101301 B 1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Euro-Vision 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.
