US
1953- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records L-423Capitol Records L423
- Format
- LP, 10", Album, Mono
- Runout / matrix
L1-423-D3#2 [Anvil/Lathe logo]Runout A, stamped
L2-423-D5 [Anvil/Lathe logo]Runout B, stamped
L1-423Label A
L2-423Label B
Vinyl pressings
Inca Taqui
by Yma Sumac · 1953
24 pressings13 countriesEasy ListeningFolkMamboVocal
Inca Taqui was first pressed on vinyl in 1953. 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 Inca Taqui
18 pressings came out in 1953, the album's first year, in 10 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.
US
1953- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records FBF-423
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, EP, Mono
- Runout / matrix
F1-423Side A label
F2-423Side B label
F3-423Side C label
F4-423Side D label
US
1953- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records L423Capitol Records L-423
- Format
- LP, 10", Album, Mono
- Runout / matrix
L1-423-D11 [Anvil/Lathe logo]A-side runout stamped
L2-423-D5 #³ [Anvil/Lathe logo]B-side runout stamped
L1-423A-side label
L2-423B-side label
US
1953- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records L-423Capitol Records L423
- Format
- LP, 10", Album, Mono
- Runout / matrix
LH1-423-D1 [Anvil/Lathe logo]Runout A, stamped, H is scratched out
LH2-423-D1 [Anvil/Lathe logo]Runout B, stamped, H is scratched out
L1-423Label A
L2-423Label B
US
1953- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records L-423Capitol Records L423
- Format
- LP, 10", Album, Promo, Mono
- Runout / matrix
L1-423-D32Side A Stamped
L1-423-D37Side B Stamped
[Anvil symbol]Stamped Side A/B
UK
1953- Label and catalog number
- Capitol Records LC6624
- Format
- LP, 10", Album, Mono
- Runout / matrix
CA L1 423Y-IA N 2B CTSide A
CA L2 423Z-IA N 2C CTSide 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.
1950s20 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | Canada | Capitol Records FBF-423First year7", 45 RPM, EP, Mono · Mono | 7", 45 RPM, EP, Mono · Mono |
| 1953 | Canada | Capitol Records L-423First yearLP, 10", Album, Mono · Mono | LP, 10", Album, Mono · Mono |
| 1953 | Canada | Capitol Records L-423First yearLP, 10", Album, Mono · Mono | LP, 10", Album, Mono · Mono |
| 1953 | Colombia | Capitol Records H - 423First year10", Album, Mono · Mono | 10", Album, Mono · Mono |
| 1953 | France | Capitol Records FBF 423First year7", 45 RPM, EP, Mono · Mono | 7", 45 RPM, EP, Mono · Mono |
| 1953 | France | Capitol Records FBF 423First year7", 45 RPM, EP, Mono · Mono | 7", 45 RPM, EP, Mono · Mono |
| 1953 | Germany | Capitol Records FBF 423First year7", 45 RPM, Album, EP, Mono · Mono | 7", 45 RPM, Album, EP, Mono · Mono |
| 1953 | Germany | Capitol Records L 423First yearLP, 10", Album, Mono · Mono | LP, 10", Album, Mono · Mono |
| 1953 | Japan | Capitol Records LZE 5005 / Capitol Records LZE.5005First yearLP, 10", Album, Mono · Mono | LP, 10", Album, Mono · Mono |
| 1953 | Netherlands | Capitol Records L 423First yearLP, 10", Album, Mono · Mono | LP, 10", Album, Mono · Mono |
| 1953 | Spain | Capitol Records L-423First yearLP, 10", Album, Mono · Mono | LP, 10", Album, Mono · Mono |
| 1953 | Sweden | Capitol Records EBF-423First year7", 45 RPM, EP | 7", 45 RPM, EP |
| 1953 | UK | Capitol Records LC6624First yearLP, 10", Album, Mono · Mono | LP, 10", Album, Mono · Mono |
| 1953 | US | Capitol Records L-423 / Capitol Records L423First yearLP, 10", Album, Mono · Mono | LP, 10", Album, Mono · Mono |
| 1953 | US | Capitol Records FBF-423First year7", 45 RPM, EP, Mono · Mono | 7", 45 RPM, EP, Mono · Mono |
2000s1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Italy | Universe UV 093LP, 10", Album, Reissue, Mono · Mono | LP, 10", Album, Reissue, Mono · Mono |
Year unknown3 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Argentina | Capitol Discos L423LP, 10", Mono · Mono | LP, 10", Mono · Mono |
| ? | France | Capitol Records L423 / Capitol Records L-423LP, 10", Album | LP, 10", Album |
| ? | France | Capitol Records L-423LP, 10", Album | LP, 10", Album |
Tracklist
- A1K'arawi (Planting Song)
- A2Cumbe-Maita (Calls Of The Andes)
- A3Wak'ai (Cry)
- A4Incacho (Royal Anthem)
- B1Chuncho (The Forest Creatures)
- B2Llulla Mak'ta (Andean Don Juan)
- B3Malaya! (My Destiny)
- B4Ripui (Farewell)
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Inca Taqui are there?
24 vinyl pressings of Inca Taqui are listed here, from 13 countries, released between 1953 and 2003.
When was Inca Taqui first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1953, in US, UK, Canada, Colombia and more. One of them is Capitol Records L-423.
How do I tell if my copy of Inca Taqui is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use L-423, FBF-423, L423, LC6624) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, L1-423-D3#2 [Anvil/Lathe logo] and L2-423-D5 [Anvil/Lathe logo]. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Inca Taqui 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.
