US
March 1962- Label and catalog number
- Scepter Records 1228
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
1228-A Bell SoundA-side runout
1228-B Bell SoundB-side runout
Vinyl pressings
Soldier Boy
by The Shirelles · 1962
35 pressings12 countriesVocalSoulBalladRhythm & Blues
Soldier Boy was first pressed on vinyl in 1962. 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 Soldier Boy
29 pressings came out in 1962, the album's first year, in 12 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
1962- Label and catalog number
- Scepter Records 1228
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Rockaway Pressing
- Runout / matrix
N8 OW5054--1A A1 RVariant 1; A side; runout stamped
N8 OW5055--1 A2 RVariant 1; B side; runout stamped
N8 OW5054--1A A2 R RVariant 2; A side; runout stamped
N8 OW5055--1 R RVariant 2; B side; runout stamped
US
1962- Label and catalog number
- Scepter Records 1228
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene
- Runout / matrix
1228A 1A ZTSP81837-1BSide A Etching
· ZTSP-81837-1C . .Alt. A side deadwax - stamped
· ZTSP-81837-1D .2nd alt. A side deadwax - stamped
· ZTSP-81838-1D .Alt. B side deadwax - stamped
US
1962- Label and catalog number
- Scepter Records 1228
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene
- Runout / matrix
1228-ALabel side A
1228-BLabel side B
US
1962- Label and catalog number
- Scepter Records 1228
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Indianapolis Pressing
- Runout / matrix
N8 OW5054--1C 1228Arunout A-side, variant 1
N8 OW5055--1C 1228Brunout B-side, variant 1
N8 OW5054--1C 1228A A1 Irunout A-side, stamped, variant 2
N8 OW5055--1C 1228B A2 Irunout B-side, stamped, variant 2
US
1962- Label and catalog number
- Scepter Records 1228
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Styrene · Terre Haute Pressing
- Runout / matrix
ZTSP-81837-1E TISide A runout, stamped
ZTSP 81838-1E TIII 1228 B Bell SoundSide B runout, etched
ZTSP 81837Side A Label
ZTSP 81838Side B Label
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 35 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1960s30 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | Australia | Top Rank International TRK-211First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1962 | Australia | Festival Records FK-211First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1962 | Canada | Reo 8640XFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1962 | Denmark | Top Rank International T 1100First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1962 | Finland | His Master's Voice 45-POP 1019First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1962 | Germany | Electrola E 22 152 / Scepter Records 45-EG 9279First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1962 | India | Parlophone 45-DPE 150First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1962 | New Zealand | Top Rank International JAR-435First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1962 | South Africa | Ridge 45TA 405First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1962 | Sweden | Top Rank International T 1100First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1962 | Sweden | Top Rank International T 1100First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1962 | Sweden | Top Rank International T 1100First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1962 | UK | His Master's Voice 45-POP 1019First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1962 | UK | His Master's Voice 45-POP 1019First year7", Single, Promo · Promo | 7", Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1962 | UK | His Master's Voice 45-POP 1019First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Year unknown5 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Germany | Electrola E 22 152 / Electrola EG 92797", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| ? | Netherlands | Top Rank International HTR 7617", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| ? | New Zealand | Top Rank International JAR-4357", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| ? | New Zealand | Top Rank International JAR-4357", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| ? | US | Scepter Records 12287", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Tracklist
- ASoldier Boy2:40
- BLove Is A Swingin' Thing2:10
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Soldier Boy are there?
35 vinyl pressings of Soldier Boy are listed here, from 12 countries, released between 1962 and 1965.
When was Soldier Boy first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1962, in US, UK, Netherlands, Australia and more. One of them is Scepter Records 1228, released March 1962.
How do I tell if my copy of Soldier Boy is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 1228, 45-POP 1019, 45 POP 1019, TRK-211) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 1228-A Bell Sound and 1228-B Bell Sound. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Soldier Boy 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.
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