UK
July 26, 1990- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VST 1262
- Format
- 12", White Label, 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
VST 1262 A-1U-1-, timtom-townhouseRunout Side A
VST 1262 B-1U-1-Runout Side B
The Human LeagueHeart Like A Wheel
Vinyl pressings
Heart Like A Wheel
by The Human League · 1990
15 pressings9 countriesSynth-popElectronicPop
Heart Like A Wheel was first pressed on vinyl in 1990. 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 Heart Like A Wheel
15 pressings came out in 1990, the album's first year, in 9 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
August 6, 1990- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VST 1262Virgin 613 520
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
VST 1262 A-1U-1-1 TimTom - townhouseSide A runout, stamped, etched: TimTom - townhouse
VST 1262 B-1U-1-1Side B runout, stamped
VST 1262-ASide A label
VST 1262-BSide B label
UK
1990- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VS 1262Virgin 113 520
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
VS 1262 A-10-1-QI TownhouseRunout side A, variant 1
VS 1262 B-10-1-QI TownhouseRunout side B, variant 1
VS 1262 A-1U-1- QI TimTomRunout side A, stamped [etched "TimTom"], variant 2
VS 1262 B-1U-1- QI TownhouseRunout side B, stamped [etched "Townhouse"], variant 2
UK
1990- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VSDJ 1262
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
VSDJ 1262 A-1U-1- Q1 timtomA side runout
VSDJ 1262 B-1U-1-Q1 ty-townhouseB side runout
VSDJ 1262-AA side label
VSDJ 1262-BB side label
US
1990- Label and catalog number
- A&M Records 75021 2336 1
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
75021-2336-1-A-ES-1 #09222Runout side A
75021-2336-1-B-ES-1 #09222XRunout side B
US
1990- Label and catalog number
- A&M Records 75021 2336 1
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
75021-2336-1-A-ES-1 Emw #09222Runout side A etched
75021-2336-1-B-ES-1 Emw #09222XRunout side B etched
(75021 2336 1A)Label side A
(75021 2336 1B)Label side B
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 15 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1990s15 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Australasia | Virgin VST 1262First year12", Single, 45 RPM | 12", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1990 | Australia | Virgin VS 1262First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1990 | Europe | Virgin 613 520 / Virgin vst 1262First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1990 | Europe | Virgin 113 520 / Virgin VS 1262First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1990 | France | Virgin 90629First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1990 | Italy | Virgin VS 1262First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1990 | Mexico | EMI 700 910First year7", Promo · Promo | 7", Promo · Promo |
| 1990 | Philippines | Virgin VAS-90-4065 / Alpha RecordsFirst year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1990 | UK | Virgin VS 1262 / Virgin 113 520First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1990 | UK | Virgin VSDJ 1262First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1990 | US | A&M Records 75021 2336 1First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1990 | US | A&M Records 75021 2336 1First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single, Stereo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1990 | UK | Virgin VST 1262First year12", White Label, 45 RPM | 12", White Label, 45 RPM |
| 1990 | UK | Virgin VST 1262 / Virgin 613 520First year12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1990 | Italy | Virgin VST 1262First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
Tracklist
- AHeart Like A Wheel4:28
- BRebound3:57
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Heart Like A Wheel are there?
15 vinyl pressings of Heart Like A Wheel are listed here, from 9 countries.
When was Heart Like A Wheel first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1990, in UK, US, Italy, Australasia and more. One of them is Virgin VST 1262, released July 26, 1990.
How do I tell if my copy of Heart Like A Wheel is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use VST 1262, VS 1262, VSDJ 1262, 75021 2336 1) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, VST 1262 A-1U-1-, timtom-townhouse and VST 1262 B-1U-1-. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Heart Like A Wheel 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.
