Germany
2002- Label and catalog number
- Kosmo Records KOS 2042
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
KOS 2042 A K SSTRunout, Side A, Hand Etched
KOS 2042 B K SSTRunout, Side B, Hand Etched
Vinyl pressings
Loneliness
by Tomcraft · 2002
16 pressings8 countriesTech TranceBreaksElectronic
Loneliness was first pressed on vinyl in 2002. 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 Loneliness
5 pressings came out in 2002, the album's first year, in 3 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.
Germany
2002- Label and catalog number
- Kosmo Records KOS 2042
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM · Generic Sleeve
- Runout / matrix
KOS2042BA K SSTRunout Side A
KOS 2042AB K SSTRunout Side B
Germany
2002- Label and catalog number
- Kosmo Records KOS 2042
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Promo, White Label
Italy
2002- Label and catalog number
- Reactor RA 016
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo
Netherlands
2002- Label and catalog number
- Captivating Sounds CVS058WARNER Music Benelux 505046626000
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
08 50414 20 1A1 CVS 058 =TYN=Side A runout, stamped, "=TYN=" etched
08 50414 20 2B1 CVS 058 =TYN=Side B runout, stamped, "=TYN=" etched
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 16 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
2000s14 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Germany | Kosmo Records KOS 2042First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 2002 | Germany | Kosmo Records KOS 2042First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 2002 | Germany | Kosmo Records KOS 2042First year12", 45 RPM, Promo, White Label · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo, White Label · Promo |
| 2002 | Italy | Reactor RA 016First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 2002 | Netherlands | Captivating Sounds CVS058 / WARNER Music Benelux 505046626000First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 2003 | France | Sound Of Barclay 065 711-1 / Universal 065 711-112" | 12" |
| 2003 | Spain | House Works 76-09712" | 12" |
| 2003 | UK | Data Records DATA52P212", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 2003 | UK | Data Records DATA52P112", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 2003 | UK | Data Records DATA52P212", 45 RPM, Test Pressing, White Label · Test pressing | 12", 45 RPM, Test Pressing, White Label · Test pressing |
| 2003 | US | Ultra Records UL 1156-612" | 12" |
| 2003 | UK | Data Records DATA52T / Ministry Of Sound DATA52T12", 33 ⅓ RPM, 45 RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, 45 RPM |
| 2006 | UK | HT UK HT 01312", 45 RPM, Single Sided, White Label | 12", 45 RPM, Single Sided, White Label |
| 2007 | UK | Not On Label (Tomcraft) GOLDENGROOVE00112", Single Sided, 45 RPM, Unofficial Release · Unofficial | 12", Single Sided, 45 RPM, Unofficial Release · Unofficial |
2010s1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Netherlands | Not On Label (Tomcraft) LONELINESS201012", White Label, Unofficial Release, 33 ⅓ RPM, Single Sided · Unofficial | 12", White Label, Unofficial Release, 33 ⅓ RPM, Single Sided · Unofficial |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Australia | Superphunk SPHUNKY 112" | 12" |
Tracklist
- ALoneliness (Klub Mix)7:50
- BLoneliness (MUC Mix)5:51
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Loneliness are there?
16 vinyl pressings of Loneliness are listed here, from 8 countries, released between 2002 and 2010.
When was Loneliness first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 2002, in Germany, Italy, Netherlands. One of them is Kosmo Records KOS 2042.
How do I tell if my copy of Loneliness is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use KOS 2042, RA 016, CVS058) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, KOS 2042 A K SST and KOS 2042 B K SST. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Loneliness 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.