UK
May 11, 1984- Label and catalog number
- WEA YZ6TWEA 249393-0
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
YZ-6T-A. MT. DAMONT 2 LRunout A
YZ-6T-B. MT. DAMONT 2 NRunout B
The AssociatesThose First Impressions
Vinyl pressings
Those First Impressions
by The Associates · 1984
14 pressings8 countriesNew WaveSynth-popElectronicRock
Those First Impressions 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 Those First Impressions
14 pressings came out in 1984, the album's first year, in 8 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
May 11, 1984- Label and catalog number
- WEA YZ6TWEA 249393-0
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM · Narrow Label Ring
- Runout / matrix
YZ-6T-A.3 MT.Runout A
YZ-6T-B. MT.Runout B
UK
June 1984- Label and catalog number
- WEA YZ6WEA 249392-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
YZ-6-A. I DAMONT MT. DRunout A, etched
YZ-6-B. I DAMONT MT. FRunout B, etched
UK
June 1984- Label and catalog number
- WEA YZ6WEA 249392-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
YZ-6-A-3 MT. 2Runout side A etched variant 1
YZ-6-B. 3 MT.Runout side B etched variant 1
YZ-6-A-8 MT.Runout side A etched variant 2
YZ-6-B. -12 6 MT.Runout side B etched variant 2
UK
June 1984- Label and catalog number
- WEA YZ6TWEA 249393-0
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Arun
- Runout / matrix
YZ-6T-A. MT. DAMONT 2Runout A, etched
YZ .6 (T) . B-4 ARUN DAMONT ⚝MT⚝Runout B, etched
Australia
1984- Label and catalog number
- WEA 7-249392
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
MX209311Side A label
MX209312Side B label
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Australia | WEA 7-249392First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1984 | Canada | WEA 24 93930First year12", Single, 45 RPM | 12", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1984 | Europe | WEA 249 392-7First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1984 | Germany | WEA 249 393-0First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1984 | Ireland | WEA YZ6 / WEA 249392-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1984 | Italy | WEA 24 9393-0First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1984 | Italy | WEA 24 9393-7First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1984 | New Zealand | WEA 0249393First year12", Single | 12", Single |
| 1984 | New Zealand | WEA 7249392First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1984 | UK | WEA YZ6T / WEA 249393-0First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1984 | UK | WEA YZ6T / WEA 249393-0First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1984 | UK | WEA YZ6 / WEA 249392-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1984 | UK | WEA YZ6 / WEA 249392-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1984 | UK | WEA YZ6T / WEA 249393-0First year12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
Tracklist
- AThose First Impressions
- BThirteen Feelings
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Those First Impressions are there?
14 vinyl pressings of Those First Impressions are listed here, from 8 countries.
When was Those First Impressions first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1984, in UK, Australia, Canada, Europe and more. One of them is WEA YZ6T, released May 11, 1984.
How do I tell if my copy of Those First Impressions is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use YZ6T, YZ6, 7-249392, 24 93930) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, YZ-6T-A. MT. DAMONT 2 L and YZ-6T-B. MT. DAMONT 2 N. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Those First Impressions 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.
