In response to a suggestion here is a thread to list the matrix numbers (as they appear in the blank vinyl at the end of the record side).

The IdbD contains the main information about albums

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	For the Illustrated db Discography

The vinyl album discography (VAD) contains differences in design, covers and labels between editions of LP records from all countries.

	IdbD Link: Select
	For the Illustrated db Discography

This thread is for those who wish to "drill down" further and check out matrix numbers, which can assist in locating albums that will have the same sound, help determine original pressings and so forth.

If adding to a thread at different time please edit your own posts to add additional versions (rather than a new post) - that way it will be easier to locate info..

US RCA LSP 4702

Side 1: APRS 6814 5S H (stamped, Hollywood cut-"H", orange label)

Side 2: APRS 6815 5S H (as above)

Label images: IdbD Ref#14610


Side 1: APRS 6814 2S I C3 (stamped, Indianapolis cut "I", tan label)

Side 2: APRS 6815 7S I A1 (as above)

Label images: IdbD Ref#6620


The above two albums use different master cuts, they are not the same.



UK RCA SF 8287 (LSP 4702)


Side 1: BGBS 0864-1E B1AH (stamped)

Side 2: BGBS 0865-2E A2AH (as above)

Label images: IdbD Ref#17407


Side 1: BGBS 0864-A-9S (SF 8287) A2T ("T" looks like a reversed "J") (scratched, duller sound)

Side 2: BGBS-0865-5E 'W' (SF-8287) A2AB (as above, but different hand writing style)

Label images: IdbD Ref#17050 Ring moulding approx 1cm from edge more pronounced - just visible in images

Hi,

Ziggy US pressings

I'm trying to put together some info on ziggy stardust American 1st issues.
I have three different pressing plant copies.
Hollywood, rock away and Indiana.
Rock away matrix APRS 6814 - 6S A2Z / APRS 6185 4S C1M scratched
Indiana APRS 6814 2S A1 / APRS 6815 2S A2 stamped
Hollywood APRS 6814 5S / APRS 6815 5S stamped
The pressing plant is indicated by an R I or H.
Traditionally they are numbered sequentially.
2S is a first pressing for Indiana so a 1S should be Hollywood or Rockaway - does anyone have a 1S?
Or a 3S?
Any help gratefully received
Thanks

it doesn't help you but my Hollywood is also a 5S. it's the earliest i have.

Just received a copy of us ziggy with promo sticker with timings on the front.
The disc is Hollywood with 5s / 5s matrix

I have a orange label dynaflex with the uk cat no SF8287 on the label.

A side APRS 6814 2S I C3
B side APRS 6815 6S I B1

came with a UK sleeve, no Mainman logo. All run off groove matrix are stamped

Is it Canadian ?