France
1988- Label and catalog number
- Polydor 887 640-1
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single
Vanessa ParadisMarilyn & John
Vinyl pressings
Marilyn & John
by Vanessa Paradis · 1988
12 pressings5 countriesChansonPop
Marilyn & John was first pressed on vinyl in 1988. 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 Marilyn & John
12 pressings came out in 1988, the album's first year, in 5 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.
France
1988- Label and catalog number
- Polydor 887 640-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
B 160 8876 407 A DA1 P DO A12Runout side A, variant 1
160 8876 407 B PDORunout side B, variant 1
A B̶ 160 8876 407 A DA1 P DO C6Runout side A, variant 2
A DA 160 8876 407 B DU1 PDO A11Runout side B, variant 2
France
1988- Label and catalog number
- Polydor 887 640-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
160 8876407 A DA2 DU1 PDORunout, side A, stamped (variant 1)
160 8876407 B DA1 PDORunout, side B, stamped (variant 1)
160 8876407 A DA2 DU1 PDORunout, side A, stamped (variant 2)
A DA 160 8876407 B DU1 PDORunout, side B, etched (variant 2)
France
1988- Label and catalog number
- Polydor 887 640-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
160 8876 407 A DA1 PDO A12Runout side A, variant 1
160 8876 407 B PDORunout side B, variant 2
AA 160 8 876 407 A SA 1 P DO A 7Runout side A, variant 2
A 160 8876 407 B PDORunout side B, variant 2
France
1988- Label and catalog number
- Polydor 887 640-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Injection labels
- Runout / matrix
160 8 876 407 A /A1 P DO A B5Runout side A, variant 1
Non-visible writingRunout side B, variant 1
160 8876407 A DA2 DU1 PDO A A14Runout side A, variant 2
DA 160 8876407 B DU1 PDO ARunout side B, variant 2
France
1988- Label and catalog number
- Polydor 887 640-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Paper labels
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 12 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s12 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Canada | Polydor POS 1018First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1988 | Europe | Polydor 887 651-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1988 | Europe | Polydor 887 640-1First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1988 | France | Polydor 887 640-1First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1988 | France | Polydor 887 640-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1988 | France | Polydor 887 640-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1988 | France | Polydor 887 640-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1988 | France | Polydor 887 640-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1988 | France | Polydor 887 640-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1988 | Italy | Polydor 887 651-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1988 | UK | Polydor PO 16First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1988 | UK | Polydor PZ 16 / Polydor 887 651-1First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
Tracklist
- AMarilyn & John4:20
- BSoldat5:35
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Marilyn & John are there?
12 vinyl pressings of Marilyn & John are listed here, from 5 countries.
When was Marilyn & John first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1988, in France, UK, Canada, Europe and more. One of them is Polydor 887 640-1.
How do I tell if my copy of Marilyn & John is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 887 640-1, 887 640-7, PO 16, PZ 16) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Marilyn & John 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.
