UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- London Records 882 070-1
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
LONXR 71 A/1 420 R 1 1 tone
LONXR 71 B/1 420 R 1 1
Vinyl pressings
Takes A Little Time (The Bandito Mix)
by Total Contrast · 1985
24 pressings9 countriesDiscoElectronic
Takes A Little Time (The Bandito Mix) 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 Takes A Little Time (The Bandito Mix)
23 pressings came out in 1985, the album's first year, in 8 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
1985- Label and catalog number
- London Records LONX 71London Records 882 070-1
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
LONX 71 A// 1▼420 R 11 3Runout side A
LONX 71 B// 1▼420 R 11 2Runout side B
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- London Records LONXR 71London Records 882 070-1
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
LONXR 71 A//1▽420 R 1 1Runout side A, stamped
LONXR 71 B//1▽420 R 1 1Runout side B, stamped
toneRunout side A, handetched
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- London Records LON 71London Records 882 070-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Silver Injection Label
- Runout / matrix
LON 71 A // 1 ▽ 420 R 1 1 1 8Runout A-side stamped
LON 71 B // 1 ▽ 420 R 1 3 1Runout B-side stamped
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- London Records LONX 71
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
LONX 71 A// 1∇420 R 11 3Runout Side A variant 1
LONX 71 B// 1∇420 R 11 2Runout Side B variant 1
LONX 71 A// 1∇420 R 11 1 1 7Runout Side A variant 2,stamped
LONX 71 B// 1∇420 R 11 1Runout Side B variant 2,stamped
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- London Records LONX 71
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Promo
- Runout / matrix
LONX 71 A// 1∇420 R 11 1Runout Side A
LONX 71 B// 1∇420 R 11 1Runout Side B
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 24 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s24 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Canada | London Records LDSX 222First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | Canada | London Records LDS 222First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | France | London Records 882 070-1First year12" | 12" |
| 1985 | France | London Records 882 070-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Germany | Metronome 882 070-1First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1985 | Germany | Metronome 882 070-7 / London Records 882 070-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1985 | Italy | London Records 882 070-7First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | Japan | London Records SO7P 1074First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Japan | London Records SO7P 1074First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | Netherlands | London Records 882 070-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1985 | Netherlands | London Records 882 070-1First year12", 45 RPM, EP, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, EP, Stereo |
| 1985 | Netherlands | London Records 882 070-7 / Polydor 882 070-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | UK | London Records 882 070-1First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | UK | London Records LONX 71 / London Records 882 070-1First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1985 | UK | London Records LONXR 71 / London Records 882 070-1First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
Tracklist
- ATakes A Little Time (The Bandito Mix)
- BTakes A Little Time (Dub)(The Bandito Mix)
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Takes A Little Time (The Bandito Mix) are there?
24 vinyl pressings of Takes A Little Time (The Bandito Mix) are listed here, from 9 countries, released between 1985 and 1986.
When was Takes A Little Time (The Bandito Mix) first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1985, in UK, US, Canada, France and more. One of them is London Records 882 070-1.
How do I tell if my copy of Takes A Little Time (The Bandito Mix) is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 882 070-1, LONX 71, LONXR 71, LON 71) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, LONXR 71 A/1 420 R 1 1 tone and LONXR 71 B/1 420 R 1 1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Takes A Little Time (The Bandito Mix) 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.