UK
1981- Label and catalog number
- Epic EPC A1485
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Injection Moulded Labels
- Runout / matrix
EPC.S.A 1485 A2 RAYS 25 DHand etched/stamped runout, side A
EPC.S.A 1485 B1 4-LIZ 13 DHand etched/stamped runout, side B
The NolansChemistry
Vinyl pressings
Chemistry
by The Nolans · 1981
11 pressings5 countriesDiscoPop
Chemistry was first pressed on vinyl in 1981. 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 Chemistry
10 pressings came out in 1981, the album's first year, in 4 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
1981- Label and catalog number
- Epic EPC A1485
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Company Sleeve
- Runout / matrix
EPC S A 1485 A2 RAYS B 1Side A runout, etched/stamped
EPC S A 1485 B1 4-LIZ F 1Side B runout, etched/stamped
EPC A1485 ASide A label
EPC A1485 BSide B label
UK
1981- Label and catalog number
- Epic EPC A1485
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM · Paper Labels, Company Sleeve
- Runout / matrix
EPC S A 1485 A1 RAYSSide A runout
EPC S A 1485 B1 4-LIZSide B runout
EPC A1485 ASide A label
EPC A1485 BSide B label
UK
1981- Label and catalog number
- Epic EPC A1485
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Paper Labels
- Runout / matrix
EPC S A 1485 A2 RAYS C CSide A runout variant 1
EPC S A 1485 B1 4-LIZ CSide B runout variant 1
EPC S A - 1485 A1 C RAYSSide A runout variant 2
EPC S A 1485 B1 4-LIZ 7Side B runout variant 2
UK
1981- Label and catalog number
- Epic EPC A1485
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo
UK
1981- Label and catalog number
- Epic EPC A1485
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Paper Labels
- Runout / matrix
EPC S A - 1485 A1 V RAYSSide A
EPC S A - 1485 B1 V RAYSSide B
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 11 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s11 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Europe | Epic EPCA 1485First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1981 | Ireland | Epic EPCA 1485First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1981 | Japan | Epic 07-5P-145First year7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1981 | Japan | Epic 07・5P-145First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1981 | UK | Epic EPC A1485First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1981 | UK | Epic EPC A1485First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1981 | UK | Epic EPC A1485First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1981 | UK | Epic EPC A1485First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1981 | UK | Epic EPC A1485First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1981 | UK | Epic EPC A1485First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1982 | Australia | Epic ES 7317", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
Tracklist
- AChemistry3:32
- BAre You Thinking Of Me4:17
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Chemistry are there?
11 vinyl pressings of Chemistry are listed here, from 5 countries, released between 1981 and 1982.
When was Chemistry first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1981, in UK, Europe, Ireland, Japan. One of them is Epic EPC A1485.
How do I tell if my copy of Chemistry is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use EPC A1485, EPCA 1485, 07・5P-145, 07-5P-145) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, EPC.S.A 1485 A2 RAYS 25 D and EPC.S.A 1485 B1 4-LIZ 13 D. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Chemistry 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.
