UK
1986- Label and catalog number
- London Records LONXR 89
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
Vinyl pressings
Disenchanted
by The Communards · 1986
28 pressings12 countriesSynth-popElectronic
Disenchanted was first pressed on vinyl in 1986. 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 Disenchanted
28 pressings came out in 1986, 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
1986- Label and catalog number
- London Records LON 89
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
UK
1986- Label and catalog number
- London Records LONX 89
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
LONX 89 A//1∇420 RSide A variant 1
LONX 89 B//1∇420 RSide B variant 1
LONX 89 A//1∇420 R 1 1 1Side A variant 2 stamped
LONX 89 B//1∇420 R 1 1 3Side B variant 2 stamped
UK
1986- Label and catalog number
- London Records LON 89London Records 886 047-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Silver Injection Labels
- Runout / matrix
LON 89 A// 1▽4 2 0 RSide A runout stamped
ARUNSide A runout etched
LON 89 A// 1▽4 2 0 RSide B runout stamped
ZPMSC 10944Side A Labels
UK
1986- Label and catalog number
- London Records LON 89London Records 886 047-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM · Silver Injection Labels
- Runout / matrix
LON 89 A//2▽420 R 11 5 ARUNRunout side A, variant 1
LON 89 B//1▽420 R 11 4Runout side B, variant 1
LON 89 A//1▽420 R 11 5 ARUNRunout side A, variant 2
LON 89 B//1▽420 R 11 4Runout side B, variant 2
UK
1986- Label and catalog number
- London Records LONX 89
- Format
- 12", Promo
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 28 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s28 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Unknown | London Records 886 047-2First year7" | 7" |
| 1986 | Australasia | London Records 886 047-1First year12", Single, 45 RPM | 12", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1986 | Europe | London Records 886 047-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1986 | France | London Records 886 047-1First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1986 | France | London Records 886 047-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1986 | France | London Records 886 047-7First year7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1986 | Germany | Metronome 886 047-1First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1986 | Germany | Metronome 886 047-7 / London Records 886 047-7First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1986 | Italy | London Records 886 047-7First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1986 | Italy | London Records 886 047-1First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1986 | Italy | London Records 886 047-1First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1986 | Japan | London Records L13P 7115First year12", Single, Promo · Promo | 12", Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1986 | Japan | London Records L13P 7115First year12", Single, Stereo | 12", Single, Stereo |
| 1986 | Japan | London Records SO7 P 1079First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1986 | Japan | London Records SO7 P 1079First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Tracklist
- ADisenchanted
- B1Annie
- B2Johnny Verso
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Disenchanted are there?
28 vinyl pressings of Disenchanted are listed here, from 12 countries.
When was Disenchanted first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1986, in UK, Australia, Australasia, Europe and more. One of them is London Records LONXR 89.
How do I tell if my copy of Disenchanted is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use LONXR 89, LON 89, LONX 89, 886 047-2) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Disenchanted 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.
