UK
May 1, 1989- Label and catalog number
- Epic 654808 7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
654808.7.A1Runout side A
654808.7.B1Runout side B
The JacksonsNothin (That Compares 2 U)
Vinyl pressings
Nothin (That Compares 2 U)
by The Jacksons · 1989
25 pressings9 countriesNew Jack SwingElectronicHip HopFunk / Soul
Nothin (That Compares 2 U) was first pressed on vinyl in 1989. 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 Nothin (That Compares 2 U)
25 pressings came out in 1989, 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
May 2, 1989- Label and catalog number
- Epic 654808 1
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
UK
1989- Label and catalog number
- Epic 654909 8
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
US
1989- Label and catalog number
- Epic 49 68233
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
XSS 68 233-A CI G2 DMM A6Runout, Side A, Etched, Variant 1
XSS 68 233-BV GC1 DMM G2 A11Runout, Side B, Etched, Variant 1
XSS 68 233-A GI DMM B3Runout, Side A, Etched, Variant 2
XSS 68 233-B GI DMM GIRunout, Side B, Etched, Variant 2
US
1989- Label and catalog number
- Epic 654808 6
- Format
- 12"
US
1989- Label and catalog number
- Epic 34-68688
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
ZSS-68688-A-1B D G1A-Side Runout Etching
ZSS-68688B-1B D G1B-Side Runout Etching
ZSS 68688AA-Side Label
ZSS 68688BB-Side Label
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 25 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s25 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Australia | Epic 654808-7First year7" | 7" |
| 1989 | Australia | Epic 654808 6First year12", Single | 12", Single |
| 1989 | Brazil | Epic 52.157 / CBS 52.157First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1989 | Brazil | CBS 52.157First year12", Single, Promo · Promo | 12", Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1989 | Canada | Epic 49 68233 / CBS 12EXP 68233First year12", Single | 12", Single |
| 1989 | Canada | Epic 34-68688First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1989 | Europe | Epic 654808 7 / Epic EPC 654808 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1989 | Europe | Epic EPC 654808 6 / Epic 01-654808 6First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1989 | Europe | Epic EPC 654808 8First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1989 | Europe | Epic EPC 654808 6 / Epic 654808 6First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo, White Label · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo, White Label · Promo |
| 1989 | Europe | Epic EPC 654808 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1989 | Japan | Epic QY・5P-90048First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1989 | Japan | Epic QY・3P-90133First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1989 | Philippines | Epic QEL45-20167 / Epic 34-68688First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1989 | Spain | Epic EPC 654808 6First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
Tracklist
- ANothin (That Compares 2 U) (Edited Version)4:13
- BAlright With Me3:26
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Nothin (That Compares 2 U) are there?
25 vinyl pressings of Nothin (That Compares 2 U) are listed here, from 9 countries.
When was Nothin (That Compares 2 U) first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1989, in UK, US, Australia, Canada and more. One of them is Epic 654808 7, released May 1, 1989.
How do I tell if my copy of Nothin (That Compares 2 U) is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 654808 7, 654808 1, 654909 8, 49 68233) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 654808.7.A1 and 654808.7.B1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Nothin (That Compares 2 U) 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.
