UK
1982- Label and catalog number
- Genetic Records 12WIP 6773
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
Vinyl pressings
Radio
by The Members · 1982
17 pressings8 countriesNew WavePop RockElectronicRock
Radio was first pressed on vinyl in 1982. 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 Radio
17 pressings came out in 1982, the album's first year, in 8 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
1982- Label and catalog number
- Genetic Records WIP 6773Genetic Records WIP6773
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Green Cover
- Runout / matrix
WIP 6773 A-1U TOWNHOUSESide A
WIP 6773 B-1U TOWNHOUSESide B
WIP 6773-ASide A label
WIP 6773-BSide B label
UK
1982- Label and catalog number
- Genetic Records WIP 6773
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Yellow Cover
- Runout / matrix
WIP 6773 A-1U TOWN HOUSE 1 4Side A runout stamped
WIP 6773 B-1U TOWN HOUSE 1 4Side B runout stamped
UK
1982- Label and catalog number
- Genetic Records WIP 6773
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Blue cover
- Runout / matrix
WIP 6773 A1-U TOWN HOUSE 6 1Side A runout stamped
WIP 6773 B1-U TOWN HOUSE 1 CSide B runout stamped
UK
1982- Label and catalog number
- Genetic Records 12WIP 6773
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, White Label
US
1982- Label and catalog number
- Arista CP 720
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
CP-720-SA F/W A- ↔Side A [hand-etched]
CP-720-SB HRM A- ↔Side B [hand-etched]
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.
1980s17 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Australia | Island Records X 13094 / Island Records WIP 6773First year12", 45 RPM, Limited Edition · Limited | 12", 45 RPM, Limited Edition · Limited |
| 1982 | Australia | Island Records K-8703First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1982 | Europe | Island Records 104.274First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1982 | Europe | Island Records 104.274First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1982 | France | Island Records 6010 508First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1982 | Germany | Island Records 600.554First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1982 | Italy | Island Records WIP 26773First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1982 | New Zealand | Island Records X13094First year12", 45 RPM, Limited Edition · Limited | 12", 45 RPM, Limited Edition · Limited |
| 1982 | New Zealand | Island Records K 8703First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1982 | UK | Genetic Records 12WIP 6773First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1982 | UK | Genetic Records WIP 6773 / Genetic Records WIP6773First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1982 | UK | Genetic Records 12WIP 6773First year12", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, White Label · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, White Label · Promo |
| 1982 | UK | Genetic Records WIP 6773First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1982 | UK | Genetic Records WIP 6773First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1982 | US | Arista CP 720First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
Tracklist
- A1Radio
- A2(If You) Can't Stand Up
- BRadio (Dub Version)
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Radio are there?
17 vinyl pressings of Radio are listed here, from 8 countries.
When was Radio first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1982, in UK, US, Australia, Europe and more. One of them is Genetic Records 12WIP 6773.
How do I tell if my copy of Radio is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 12WIP 6773, WIP 6773, CP 720, X 13094) 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 Radio 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.
