US
1975- Label and catalog number
- 20th Century Records TC-2218
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene · Terre Haute Pressing
- Runout / matrix
M-2218-AS-1 wcw AZ T1Runout A
M-2218-BS-2 wcw AZ T1Runout B
M-2218-ASLabel A
M-2218-BSLabel B
The Ritchie FamilyBrazil
Vinyl pressings
Brazil
by The Ritchie Family · 1975
37 pressings20 countriesDiscoFunk / Soul
Brazil was first pressed on vinyl in 1975. 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 Brazil
31 pressings came out in 1975, the album's first year, in 18 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
1975- Label and catalog number
- 20th Century Records TC-2218
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Santa Maria Pressing
- Runout / matrix
M-2218-AS-1B ucw Az sssRunout side A, etched
M-2218-BS.1A ucw Az s1Runout side B, etched
M-2218-ASLabel A
M-2218-BSLabel B
US
1975- Label and catalog number
- 20th Century Records TC-2218
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene · Santa Maria Pressing
- Runout / matrix
M-2218-AS-1B ucw Az S11Runout side A, etched
M-2218-BS.1A ucw Az S11Runout side B, etched
M-2218-ASLabel A
M-2218-BSLabel B
US
1975- Label and catalog number
- 20th Century Records TC-2218
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene · Winchester Pressing
- Runout / matrix
M-2218-AS-1 wow AZ ─◁Runout A
M-2218-BS-2 wow AZ ─◁Runout B
M-2218-ASLabel A
M-2218-BSLabel B
US
1975- Label and catalog number
- 20th Century Records TC-2218
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene, Stereo · Pitman Pressing
- Runout / matrix
P M-2218-AS X wcw AZRunout side A
P M-2218-BS X wcw AZRunout side B
M-2218-ASLabel A
M-2218-BSLabel B
US
1975- Label and catalog number
- 20th Century Records TC-2218
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Promo
- Runout / matrix
M-2218-AS-1B AZA-side runout groove inscription
M-2218-AM-1B AZB-side runout groove inscription
M-2218-ASA-side label
M-2218-AMB-side label
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 37 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1970s33 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | Australia | RCA Victor 102657First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1975 | Belgium | Vogue VB. 419First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1975 | Brazil | One Way ON-174First year7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single | 7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single |
| 1975 | Canada | Able ABE. 1717First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1975 | Canada | Able ABE. 1717First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1975 | Canada | Able ABE 1717First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1975 | Ecuador | Polydor 75123First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1975 | Ecuador | Polydor 75123First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1975 | France | Henry 781 001 / Henry 781.001First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1975 | France | Henry 781 001 / Henry 781.001First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1975 | Germany | Atlantic 10641 NFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1975 | Japan | Epic ECPB-346First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1975 | Mexico | Musart MI 30246First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1975 | Netherlands | CNR 144.496 / CNR 114 496First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1975 | Philippines | Vicor International VO1-75.233First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
1990s3 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | France | Scorpio Music 192 393.112", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1997 | Italy | Reshape RESHAPE 01112", Test Pressing, Promo, White Label · Test pressing, Promo | 12", Test Pressing, Promo, White Label · Test pressing, Promo |
| 1997 | Italy | Reshape RESHAPE 011 RX12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | US | 20th Century Records TCR-107", 45 RPM, Single, Reissue | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Reissue |
Tracklist
- ABrazil3:14
- BHot Trip2:17
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Brazil are there?
37 vinyl pressings of Brazil are listed here, from 20 countries, released between 1975 and 1997.
When was Brazil first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1975, in US, UK, Germany, Italy and more. One of them is 20th Century Records TC-2218.
How do I tell if my copy of Brazil is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use TC-2218, 2058 625, ATL 10 641 (N), TPBO 1124) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, M-2218-AS-1 wcw AZ T1 and M-2218-BS-2 wcw AZ T1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Brazil 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.
