UK
1980- Label and catalog number
- Motown 12TMG 1186
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
BLAIR'S 12 TMG 1186 A - 1 2 1
12 TMG 1186 B - 1 2 1
The TemptationsPower
Vinyl pressings
Power
by The Temptations · 1980
22 pressings10 countriesDiscoBoogieFunkFunk / Soul
Power was first pressed on vinyl in 1980. 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 Power
22 pressings came out in 1980, the album's first year, in 10 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
1980- Label and catalog number
- Motown TMG 1186
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
UK
May 23, 1980- Label and catalog number
- Motown TMG 1186
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Promo
US
1980- Label and catalog number
- Gordy G-7183F
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
G7183F(A) 65978-Re-l-V-14B AZ CBRunout side A, etched
G7183F(B - 65978- INST.) - 14A AZRunout side B, etched
65978-VocalLabel side A
65978-Inst.Label side B
US
1980- Label and catalog number
- Gordy G-7183F
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
US
1980- Label and catalog number
- Gordy G-7183F
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
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.
1980s22 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Australia | Motown G 7183First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1980 | Australia | Motown DS 12069First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1980 | Brazil | Motown 501.7056First year7", 33 ⅓ RPM | 7", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1980 | Canada | Gordy G 7183XFirst year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1980 | France | Motown 2 C 008-63831 / Motown 2C 008-63.831First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1980 | Germany | Motown 1C 006-63 831 / EMI Electrola 1C 006-63 831First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1980 | Germany | Motown 1C 006-63 831 / EMI Electrola 1C 006-63 831First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1980 | Jamaica | Gordy G-7183FFirst year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1980 | Japan | Motown VIPX-1524First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1980 | Japan | Motown VIPX-1524First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1980 | Netherlands | Motown 1A K052Z-63831 / Motown K052Z-63831First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1980 | Netherlands | Motown 1A 006-63831First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1980 | UK | Motown 12TMG 1186First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1980 | UK | Motown TMG 1186First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1980 | US | Gordy G-7183FFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Tracklist
- APower (Vocal)6:05
- BPower (Instrumental)4:28
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Power are there?
22 vinyl pressings of Power are listed here, from 10 countries.
When was Power first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1980, in UK, US, Australia, Brazil and more. One of them is Motown 12TMG 1186.
How do I tell if my copy of Power is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 12TMG 1186, TMG 1186, G-7183F, G 7183F) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, BLAIR'S 12 TMG 1186 A - 1 2 1 and 12 TMG 1186 B - 1 2 1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Power 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.
