UK
1973- Label and catalog number
- Philadelphia International Records S PIR 2073
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
PIR S 2073 A1 ∧Runout, A-side, Stamped
PIR S 2073 B1 ∧Runout, B-side, Stamped
S PIR 2073ALabel, A-side
S PIR 2073BLabel, B-side
The Three DegreesYear Of Decision
Vinyl pressings
Year Of Decision
by The Three Degrees · 1973
15 pressings7 countriesSoulDiscoFunk / Soul
Year Of Decision was first pressed on vinyl in 1973. 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 Year Of Decision
3 pressings came out in 1973, the album's first year. 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
1973- Label and catalog number
- Philadelphia International Records S PIR 2073
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Push-out Centre
- Runout / matrix
PIR S 2073 A1 14 ΛRunout, A-side, stamped
PIR S 2073 B1 13 ΛRunout, B-side, stamped
S PIR 2073ASide A label
S PIR 2073BSide B label
UK
1973- Label and catalog number
- Philadelphia International Records S PIR 2073
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Small Text
- Runout / matrix
PIR S 2073 A1 ∧Runout, A-side, Stamped
PIR S 2073 B1 ∧Runout, B-side, Stamped
S PIR 2073ALabel, A-side
S PIR 2073BLabel, B-side
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 15 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1970s15 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | UK | Philadelphia International Records S PIR 2073First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1973 | UK | Philadelphia International Records S PIR 2073First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1973 | UK | Philadelphia International Records S PIR 2073First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1974 | Unknown | Philadelphia International Records ZS7 35397", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1974 | Belgium | Philadelphia International Records PIR 20737", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1974 | Germany | Philadelphia International Records PIR S 2073 / Philadelphia International Records PIR 20737", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1974 | Germany | Philadelphia International Records S 20737", Promo, Single, 45 RPM · Promo | 7", Promo, Single, 45 RPM · Promo |
| 1974 | Germany | Philadelphia International Records PIR S 20737", Promo, Single, 45 RPM · Promo | 7", Promo, Single, 45 RPM · Promo |
| 1974 | Netherlands | Philadelphia International Records PIR 20737", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1974 | Portugal | Philadelphia International Records PIR 20737", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1974 | Spain | Philadelphia International Records PIR 20737", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1974 | US | Philadelphia International Records ZS7 35397", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1974 | US | Philadelphia International Records ZS7 35397", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo, Mono · Promo, Mono | 7", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo, Mono · Promo, Mono |
| 1974 | US | Philadelphia International Records ZS7 35397", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1974 | US | Philadelphia International Records ZS7 35397", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
Tracklist
- AYear Of Decision2:52
- BA Woman Needs A Good Man4:19
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Year Of Decision are there?
15 vinyl pressings of Year Of Decision are listed here, from 7 countries, released between 1973 and 1974.
When was Year Of Decision first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1973, in UK. One of them is Philadelphia International Records S PIR 2073.
How do I tell if my copy of Year Of Decision is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use S PIR 2073) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, PIR S 2073 A1 ∧ and PIR S 2073 B1 ∧. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Year Of Decision 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.
