Europe
1985- Label and catalog number
- Motown ZL72413
- Format
- LP, Album
- Runout / matrix
DM B-3689 A-1/85 S IRunout A, Stamped
DM B-3689 B-1/85 S IRunout B, Stamped
The TemptationsTouch Me
Vinyl pressings
Touch Me
by The Temptations · 1985
13 pressings7 countriesSoulDiscoFunk / Soul
Touch Me was first pressed on vinyl in 1985. 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 Touch Me
12 pressings came out in 1985, the album's first year, in 7 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
November 12, 1985- Label and catalog number
- Gordy 6164 GL
- Format
- LP, Album
- Runout / matrix
6164 GL-A-15A ZDTRunout Side A
6164 GL-B-15A ZDTRunout Side B
US
November 12, 1985- Label and catalog number
- Gordy 6164 GL
- Format
- LP, Album
- Runout / matrix
6164 GL-A-15A ZDT #13 LWGQRunout groove side A
6164 GL-B-15A ZDT #13 LWGQRunout groove side B
6164GLALabel side A
6164GLBLabel side B
US
November 12, 1985- Label and catalog number
- Gordy 6164 GL
- Format
- LP, Album
- Runout / matrix
6164GLʎA-15A ZDT JM #13 LWGQ | >--------Runout Side 1
6164 GL-B-15A ZDT JM #13 LWGQ |Runout Side 2
6164GLALabel side A
6164GLBLabel side B
US
1985- Label and catalog number
- Gordy 6164GL
- Format
- LP, Album
- Runout / matrix
(H)6164GL-15A ZDT (HS)ZM #12 1 >-----Side A Runout
(H)6164GL-15B ZDT (HS)ZM #12 1 >-----Side B Runout
US
1985- Label and catalog number
- Gordy 6164 GL
- Format
- LP, Album, Promo
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 13 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s13 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Australia & New Zealand | Gordy 6164 GLFirst yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1985 | Canada | Gordy GOR-6164 / Gordy GOR 6164First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1985 | Europe | Motown ZL72413First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1985 | Greece | Motown 45032First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1985 | Greece | Motown 45032LP, Album, Test Pressing · Test pressing | LP, Album, Test Pressing · Test pressing |
| 1985 | Japan | Motown VIL-28010First yearLP, Album, Promo · Promo | LP, Album, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | South Africa | Motown TMC 5500First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1985 | US | Gordy 6164 GLFirst yearLP, Album, Promo · Promo | LP, Album, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | US | Gordy 6164GLFirst yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1985 | US | Gordy 6164 GLFirst yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1985 | US | Gordy 6164 GLFirst yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1985 | US | Gordy 6164 GLFirst yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1985 | Japan | Motown VIL-28010First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
Tracklist
- A1Magic5:14
- A2Givehersomeattention4:08
- A3Deeper Than Love3:58
- A4I'm Fascinated4:05
- A5Touch Me4:59
- B1Don't Break Your Promise To Me5:00
- B2She Got Tired Of Loving Me4:32
- B3Do You Really Love Your Baby4:45
- B4Oh Lover4:52
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Touch Me are there?
13 vinyl pressings of Touch Me are listed here, from 7 countries.
When was Touch Me first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1985, in Europe, US, Japan, Australia & New Zealand and more. One of them is Motown ZL72413.
How do I tell if my copy of Touch Me is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use ZL72413, 6164 GL, 6164GL, VIL-28010) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, DM B-3689 A-1/85 S I and DM B-3689 B-1/85 S I. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Touch Me 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.
