US
1983- Label and catalog number
- Jive JD 1 9060
- Format
- 12"
The GroupTechnology
Vinyl pressings
Technology
by The Group · 1983
14 pressings6 countriesElectroSynth-popElectronic
Technology was first pressed on vinyl in 1983. 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 Technology
13 pressings came out in 1983, the album's first year, in 6 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.
US
1983- Label and catalog number
- Jive JD 1 9060Jive JD1 9060
- Format
- 12", Promo, 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
JD.1.9060·SA 45 RPM MASTERING BY FRANKFORD/WAYNE NEW YORK ¢ EMWRunout A side
JD·1·9060·SB 45 RPM EMWRunout B side
JD 1 9060-SALabel A-Side
JD 1 9060-SBLabel B-Side
Country unknown
1983- Label and catalog number
- Jive JIVE T 42
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single
UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- Jive JIVE T 42
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
A JIVE T 42 A1 C BILBO TAPE ONEA-Side runout, variant 1
A JIVE T 42 B1 C BILBO TAPE ONEB-Side runout, variant 1
A JIVE · T · 42 · A1 C BILBO .TAPE OneA-Side runout, variant 2
A JIVE T - 42 · B·1 BILBO .TAPE ONEB-Side runout, variant 2
UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- Jive JIVE 42
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
JIVE - 42 A1 < BILBO TAPE ONE 4Runout side A, etched
JIVE 42 - B2 < BILBO TAPE One 2Runout side B, etched
JIVE 42A*Matrix label side A
JIVE 42B*Matrix label side B
Canada
1983- Label and catalog number
- Jive JVD 013
- Format
- 12", Single
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Unknown | Jive JIVE T 42First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single |
| 1983 | Canada | Jive JVD 013First year12", Single | 12", Single |
| 1983 | Canada | Jive JIVE 42XFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1983 | France | Jive JIV 12-4021 / Jive JIV 12.4021First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1983 | France | Jive JIVE 4021First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1983 | Germany | Jive JIVE T 42 / TELDEC 6.20234First year12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM | 12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM |
| 1983 | Germany | Jive JIVE 42 / TELDEC 6.13954First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1983 | Netherlands | Jive 145.068First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1983 | Netherlands | Jive 151.135First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1983 | UK | Jive JIVE T 42First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1983 | UK | Jive JIVE 42First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | US | Jive JD 1 9060First year12" | 12" |
| 1983 | US | Jive JD 1 9060 / Jive JD1 9060First year12", Promo, 45 RPM · Promo | 12", Promo, 45 RPM · Promo |
| 1984 | Germany | Jive 6.13 954 / Jive 6.13954 AC7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
Tracklist
- A1Technology (Extended Club Mix)8:30
- A2Technology (Album Version)5:33
- B1Technology (Dub Mix)10:35
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Technology are there?
14 vinyl pressings of Technology are listed here, from 6 countries, released between 1983 and 1984.
When was Technology first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1983, in US, UK, Canada, France and more. One of them is Jive JD 1 9060.
How do I tell if my copy of Technology is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use JD 1 9060, JIVE T 42, JIVE 42, JVD 013) 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 Technology 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.