UK
1979- Label and catalog number
- Arista ARIPD 254
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Picture Disc
- Runout / matrix
ARIPD 254 A1 BILBORunout A
ARIPD 254 B-2Runout B
TycoonSuch A Woman
Vinyl pressings
Such A Woman
by Tycoon · 1979
16 pressings11 countriesRock
Such A Woman was first pressed on vinyl in 1979. 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 Such A Woman
16 pressings came out in 1979, the album's first year, in 11 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
1979- Label and catalog number
- Arista ARIST 254
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
US
1979- Label and catalog number
- Arista AS 0398
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
STERLING p AS 0398-SA-CP2A-Side Runout Etching
STERLING p AS 0398-SB-CP2B-Side Runout Etching
AS 0398-SAA-Side Label
AS 0398-SBB-Side Label
US
1979- Label and catalog number
- Arista AS 0398
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Terre Haute
- Runout / matrix
STERLING AS 0398-SA-CT2 TIIA-Side Runout Etching
STERLING AS 0398-SB-CT2 TIB-Side Runout Etching
AS 0398-SAA-Side Label
AS 0398-SBB-Side Label
US
1979- Label and catalog number
- Arista AS 0398
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene · Terre Haute Pressing
- Runout / matrix
STERLING AS 0398-SA-CT2 TIIIIRunout A, etched except "Sterling" stamp
STERLING AS-0398-SB-CT2 TIIIRunout B, etched except "Sterling" stamp
AS 0398-SAA-Side Label
AS 0398-SBB-Side Label
US
1979- Label and catalog number
- Arista AS 0398
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM, Promo
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.
1970s16 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Argentina | Arista 1681First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1979 | Australia | Arista AR-11930First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1979 | Canada | Arista AS 0398First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1979 | France | Arista 2C 008-62581First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1979 | Germany | EMI Electrola GmbH 1C 006-62581First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1979 | Japan | Arista 6RS-24First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene, Stereo |
| 1979 | Netherlands | Arista 5C 006-62581First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1979 | New Zealand | Arista ATA 398First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1979 | South Africa | Arista AAJ 1055First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1979 | UK | Arista ARIPD 254First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Picture Disc · Picture disc | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Picture Disc · Picture disc |
| 1979 | UK | Arista ARIST 254First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1979 | US | Arista AS 0398First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1979 | US | Arista AS 0398First year7", Single, 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", Single, 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1979 | US | Arista AS 0398First year7", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo, Mono · Promo, Mono | 7", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo, Mono · Promo, Mono |
| 1979 | US | Arista AS 0398First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Tracklist
- ASuch A Woman3:29
- BDon't Worry3:42
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Such A Woman are there?
16 vinyl pressings of Such A Woman are listed here, from 11 countries.
When was Such A Woman first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1979, in UK, US, Argentina, Australia and more. One of them is Arista ARIPD 254.
How do I tell if my copy of Such A Woman is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use ARIPD 254, ARIST 254, AS 0398, 1681) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, ARIPD 254 A1 BILBO and ARIPD 254 B-2. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Such A Woman 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.