UK
November 5, 1982- Label and catalog number
- Epic A2893
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, White Label
- Runout / matrix
'RAYS' 'EPC-A2893-A2'Runout (Etched) Side A
EPC-A2893-B2Runout (Etched) Side B
Vinyl pressings
European Female
by The Stranglers · 1982
22 pressings10 countriesNew WaveRock
European Female 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 European Female
14 pressings came out in 1982, the album's first year, in 6 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
December 24, 1982- Label and catalog number
- Epic EPC A2893
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
EPC-A2893-A2 RAYS ΛSide A runout etched / stamped
EPC-A2893-B2 1 ΛSide A runout etched / stamped
EPC A2893 ALabel Side A
EPC A2893 BLabel Side B
UK
December 24, 1982- Label and catalog number
- Epic EPC A2893Epic EPC A 2893
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Injection Labels
- Runout / matrix
EPC-A2893-A1 RAYSSide A runout, variant 1
EPC-A2893-B2Side B runout, variant 1
EPC-A2893-A1 RAYS CSide A runout, variant 2
EPC-A2893-B1 BSide B runout, variant 2
UK
December 24, 1982- Label and catalog number
- Epic EPC A2893
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Small Centre
- Runout / matrix
EPC • A2893-A2 RAYSRunout side A, variant 1
EPC • A2893-B1 ( )Runout side B, variant 1
EPC • A2893-A2 RAYS DRunout side A, variant 2
EPC • A2893-B1 CRunout side B, variant 2
UK
December 24, 1982- Label and catalog number
- Epic EPC A2893
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
'RAYS' EPC-A2893-A2Runout (Etched) Side A
EPC-A2893-B1Runout (Etched) Side B
EPC-A2893-A2 2 5 RAYS VSide A runout (Etched), ("25V" stamped). Variant 2
EPC-A2893-B2 1 0 VSide B runout (Etched), ("10V" stamped). Variant 2
UK
December 24, 1982- Label and catalog number
- Epic EPCA 2893
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Large Hole
- Runout / matrix
EPC-A2893-A1 RAYSSide A runout, etched
EPC-A2893-B2Side B runout, etched
EPC A2893 ASide A label
EPC A2893 BSide B label
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 22 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s19 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Australia | Epic ES 825First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1982 | Australia | Epic ES 825First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1982 | Europe | Epic A2893 / Epic EPCA 2893First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1982 | Greece | Epic EPC A 2893First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1982 | Ireland | Epic EPC A 2893First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1982 | South Africa | CBS SSC 5402First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1982 | UK | Epic EPCA 11 2893First year7", Single, Picture Disc · Picture disc | 7", Single, Picture Disc · Picture disc |
| 1982 | UK | Epic A2893First year7", 45 RPM, Single, White Label | 7", 45 RPM, Single, White Label |
| 1982 | UK | Epic EPC A2893First year7", Single, Promo, 45 RPM · Promo | 7", Single, Promo, 45 RPM · Promo |
| 1982 | UK | Epic EPC A2893First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1982 | UK | Epic EPC A2893 / Epic EPC A 2893First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1982 | UK | Epic EPC A2893First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1982 | UK | Epic EPC A2893First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1982 | UK | Epic EPCA 2893First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | Italy | Epic EPC A 28937", Single | 7", Single |
Year unknown3 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Russia | буд кон Д60 4180Flexi-disc, 5½", 45 RPM, Shape, Single Sided, Unofficial Release · Unofficial | Flexi-disc, 5½", 45 RPM, Shape, Single Sided, Unofficial Release · Unofficial |
| ? | Russia | буд кон Д60 4180Flexi-disc, 5½", 45 RPM, Shape, Single Sided, Unofficial Release · Unofficial | Flexi-disc, 5½", 45 RPM, Shape, Single Sided, Unofficial Release · Unofficial |
| ? | Russia | буд кон Д60 4180Flexi-disc, 5½", 45 RPM, Shape, Single Sided, Unofficial Release · Unofficial | Flexi-disc, 5½", 45 RPM, Shape, Single Sided, Unofficial Release · Unofficial |
Tracklist
- AEuropean Female3:57
- BSavage Breast3:17
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of European Female are there?
22 vinyl pressings of European Female are listed here, from 10 countries, released between 1982 and 1983.
When was European Female first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1982, in UK, Australia, Europe, Greece and more. One of them is Epic A2893, released November 5, 1982.
How do I tell if my copy of European Female is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use A2893, EPC A2893, EPCA 2893, EPCA 11 2893) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 'RAYS' 'EPC-A2893-A2' and EPC-A2893-B2. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is European Female 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.
