UK
1977- Label and catalog number
- RSO 2394 180
- Format
- LP, Album, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
2394180 A//2∇42004 1 1 4variant 2 side A
23̶94180 B//2∇42004 1 1 4variant 2 side B
2394180 A//2∇42004 1 1 1
23̶94180 B//2∇42004 1 1 6
Vinyl pressings
How's Tricks
by The Jack Bruce Band · 1977
17 pressings10 countriesArt RockPsychedelic RockJazz-RockProg Rock
How's Tricks was first pressed on vinyl in 1977. 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 How's Tricks
13 pressings came out in 1977, 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.
US
1977- Label and catalog number
- RSO RS-1-3021
- Format
- LP, Album · Pitman Pressing
- Runout / matrix
RS-1-3021-AS (logo) DSide 1, Runout etched, D stamped, Variant 1
RS-1-3021-BS-CP (logo) ASide 2, Runout etched, A stamped, Variant 1
RS-1-3021-AS-CP (logo) ASide 1, Runout etched, A stamped, Variant 2
RS-1-3021-BS-CP (logo) ASide 2, Runout etched, A stamped, Variant 2
US
1977- Label and catalog number
- RSO RS-1-3021
- Format
- LP, Album · Santa Maria Pressing
- Runout / matrix
1 s RS-1-3021-AS-CS-1A (Artisan logo)A runout
1S RS-1-3021-BS-CS-3 (Artisan logo)B runout
RS-1-3021-AA label
RS-1-3021-BB label
US
1977- Label and catalog number
- RSO RS-1-3021
- Format
- LP, Album, Promo
- Runout / matrix
RS-1-3021-AS-CP (logo) 2 ASide A runout, etched
RS-1-3021-BS-CPX (logo) 2 ASide B runout, etched
2394 180Labels
Australia
1977- Label and catalog number
- RSO 2394 180
- Format
- LP, Album
France
1977- Label and catalog number
- RSO 2394 180
- Format
- LP, Album
- Runout / matrix
POL 2394180 1 380 MPOSide A Stamped
RSO X2X3X4X1X8 02380 239 4180 MPO PYR 2394 180 BSide B Stamped
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 17 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1970s13 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | Australia | RSO 2394 180First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1977 | France | RSO 2394 180First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1977 | Germany | RSO 2394 180First yearLP, Album, Stereo | LP, Album, Stereo |
| 1977 | Italy | RSO 2394 180First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1977 | Japan | RSO MWF 1028First yearLP, Album, Promo · Promo | LP, Album, Promo · Promo |
| 1977 | Japan | RSO MWF 1028First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1977 | Netherlands | RSO 2394 180First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1977 | Scandinavia | Polydor 2394 180First yearLP | LP |
| 1977 | Spain | RSO 23 94 180First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1977 | UK | RSO 2394 180First yearLP, Album, Stereo | LP, Album, Stereo |
| 1977 | US | RSO RS-1-3021First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1977 | US | RSO RS-1-3021First yearLP, Album, Promo · Promo | LP, Album, Promo · Promo |
| 1977 | US | RSO RS-1-3021First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
1980s2 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Japan | RSO MWX 4039LP, Album, Promo, Reissue · Promo | LP, Album, Promo, Reissue · Promo |
| 1980 | Japan | RSO MWX 4039LP, Album, Reissue | LP, Album, Reissue |
Year unknown2 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | UK | RSO 2394 180LP, Album, Reissue | LP, Album, Reissue |
| ? | US | RSO RS-1-3021LP | LP |
Tracklist
- A1Without A Word
- A2Johnny B '77
- A3Times
- A4Baby Jane
- A5Lost Inside A Song
- B1How's Tricks
- B2Madhouse
- B3Waiting For The Call
- B4Outsiders
- B5Something To Live For
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of How's Tricks are there?
17 vinyl pressings of How's Tricks are listed here, from 10 countries, released between 1977 and 1980.
When was How's Tricks first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1977, in UK, US, Australia, France and more. One of them is RSO 2394 180.
How do I tell if my copy of How's Tricks is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 2394 180, RS-1-3021, MWF 1028, 23 94 180) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 2394180 A//2∇42004 1 1 4 and 23̶94180 B//2∇42004 1 1 4. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is How's Tricks 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.