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Daryl Hall & John Oates – H₂O
1982 · US · RCA · Vinyl LP Album Reissue Stereo
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Sep 10, 2026
- MMint
- $16.36
- NMNear Mint
- $14.64
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $11.19
- VGVery Good
- $7.75
- G+Good Plus
- $4.31
- GGood
- $2.58
- FFair
- $1.72
- PPoor
- $0.86
94 copies listed on Discogs from $0.86.
These are reference estimates from Discogs sold/asking data for this exact pressing, not offers and not a guaranteed price. Actual value depends on condition, completeness and current demand. Any active seller offers on this page are listed separately above.
Offers · 1
- $16ref VA-B9Z5CMedia NM · Near MintSleeve G+🇺🇸 Ships from United States
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Pressing identification
Match these against your copy to confirm the exact pressing.
- Runout — side A
- AFL1-4383-AAFL1-4383∙A∙R1AFL1-4383-A-R2 MASTERDISK RL I A7 DDAFL1-4383-A-R2 MASTERDISK RL I A 5 AAFL1-4383-A-R2 MASTERDISK RL I A5DAFL1-4383-A-R2 MASTERDISK RL I A1DAFL1- 4383- A - Rl MASTERDISK RL 1 A 4 K KAFL1- 4383- A - Rl MASTERDISK RL I A5 K
- Runout — side B
- AFL1-4383-BAFL1-4383-B∙R1AFL1-4383-B-R2 I AC TAFL1-4383-B-R1 MASTERDISK I A C SAFL1-4383-B-R1 MASTERDISK I A1XAFL1-4383-B-R2 I A7HAFL1- 4383- B - Rl MASTERDISK 1 A 7 \ 1AFL1- 4383- B - Rl MASTERDISK I A7 Y
- Barcode (Text)
- 0 7863-54383-1
- Barcode (Scanned)
- 078635438314
- Rights society
- ASCAP, BMI
- Pressing Plant ID
- I(Stamped in runout)
- Recorded At
- Electric Lady Studios
- Pressed By
- RCA Records Pressing Plant, Indianapolis
- Mastered At
- Masterdisk
Specifications
- Artist
- Daryl Hall & John Oates
- Genre
- Electronic, Rock
- Style
- Pop Rock, Synth-pop
- Year
- 1982
- Label
- RCA
- Catalog number
- AFL1-4383
- Country
- US
- Barcode
- 0 7863-54383-1
Tracklist
- A1Maneater4:34
- A2Crime Pays4:32
- A3Art Of Heartbreak3:43
- A4One On One4:28
- A5Open All Night4:34
- B1Family Man3:26
- B2Italian Girls3:18
- B3Guessing Games3:15
- B4Delayed Reaction4:00
- B5At Tension6:16
- B6Go Solo4:34
- Co-producer, Engineer
- Neil Kernon
- Producer
- Daryl Hall & John Oates
- Mastered By
- Bob Ludwig
- Mixed By
- Hugh Padgham
- Engineer [Assistant]
- Barry Harris
- Engineer [Assistant]
- Bruce Buchhalter
About this record
The runout matrix AFL1-4383∙A∙R1 and AFL1-4383-B∙R1 stamped in the dead wax identify this as a reissue pressing rather than the original 1982 first issue, both bearing catalogue AFL1-4383 on RCA. Pressed at RCA Records Pressing Plant, Indianapolis, this synth-pop variant carries MASTERDISK and I stamps in the runout, a detail absent from the original release.
The reissue sits in a crowded market: 94 copies currently for sale at prices ranging from 0.86 USD up to 16.36 USD depending on condition, yet 5002 collectors own one against only 226 who actively want it.
What drives its value
Condition drives the entire price structure on this reissue. A Mint copy commands 16.36 USD, while NM drops to 14.64 USD, VG+ settles at 11.19 USD, and VG falls to 7.75 USD—a steep cliff that reflects how the synth-pop production and vinyl composition of early-1980s RCA pressings respond to play wear.
The 94 copies listed for sale suggest moderate supply, yet the want-to-have ratio of 226 to 5002 indicates this reissue is not a chase pressing. The original 1982 AFL1-4383 first pressing and this reissue share the same catalogue number, making runout inspection essential: only the R1 suffix in the dead wax confirms the reissue status.
The 11 tracks recorded at Electric Lady Studios command modest collector interest, reflected in the 4.01 community rating across 218 votes.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm this reissue by examining the runout grooves on both sides. Side A must read AFL1-4383∙A∙R1, and Side B must read AFL1-4383-B∙R1; the R1 suffix is the definitive reissue marker.
The label prints Made in U.S.A. and ℗ 1982 RCA Records, with the catalogue AFL1-4383 RE visible on the sleeve. The pressing plant, RCA Records Pressing Plant, Indianapolis, stamped MASTERDISK and I in the dead wax.
Grade by examining the vinyl surface under bright light: Mint (16.36 USD) shows no visible wear, NM (14.64 USD) permits only light dust, VG+ (11.19 USD) allows light surface marks that do not affect playback, and VG (7.75 USD) shows audible surface noise. The barcode is present on the back cover.
All 11 tracks should play without skips; the synth-pop production on tracks like A1–A3 and B1 is prone to tracking issues if the stylus encounters groove damage.
Further reading: grading a record, how to sell vinyl.
Listen
Hear the album before you buy.
Official videos via YouTube.
Release notes
Similar to 676961, but with different labels.
MASTERDISK and I stamped in runout
On insert: Recorded at Electric Lady Studios, N.Y.C. Tracks A1 to A3, A5, B3, B4: © 1982 Fust Buzza Inc./Hot-Cha Music. Co./Unichappell Music Inc. (BMI) Track B1: © 1982 Virgin Music Inc. (Administered by Unichappell Music)(ASCAP)/Josef Weinberger Ltd. (PRS)/TBP Music (Administered by April Music)(ASCAP) Tracks A4, B2, B5, B6: © 1982 Hot-Cha Music. Co./Unichappell Music Inc.(BMI) © RCA Records New York. N.Y. Printed in U S A
On labels: Made in U.S.A. ℗ 1982 RCA Records
Notes sourced from the Discogs database.
Other pressings of this release
Different editions of the same album — pressing decides value.
Frequently asked
How do I tell this reissue from the original 1982 first pressing?
Both share catalogue AFL1-4383, but the runout matrix is the key. The reissue stamped in the dead wax reads AFL1-4383∙A∙R1 on Side A and AFL1-4383-B∙R1 on Side B. The original first pressing lacks the R1 suffix. Additionally, the reissue label prints AFL1-4383 RE, while the first pressing prints only AFL1-4383.
What is a VG+ copy worth?
According to the price guide, a VG+ graded copy is valued at 11.19 USD. This represents a copy with light surface marks that do not affect playback. The jump from VG (7.75 USD) to VG+ reflects the sensitivity of synth-pop pressings to groove wear.
What condition should I expect at the lowest asking price?
The lowest price listed is 0.86 USD, which corresponds to Poor (P) grade—a copy with severe damage, likely unplayable or barely playable. At this price point, the record is suitable only for collectors seeking a placeholder or for parts. Most copies for sale at 94 total listings fall between VG and NM condition.
Why is demand so low relative to supply?
5002 collectors have this reissue in their collections, but only 226 actively want it, indicating saturation. The reissue was pressed in volume and remains common on the secondary market. The 4.01 community rating across 218 votes suggests moderate appreciation for the album, not cult status.
Does the pressing plant affect the sound?
The RCA Records Pressing Plant, Indianapolis, produced this reissue with MASTERDISK and I stamps in the runout. Early-1980s RCA pressings from this facility are known for inconsistent vinyl quality; some copies exhibit surface noise even in high grades. Inspect the vinyl under light before purchase, as the synth-pop production on tracks recorded at Electric Lady Studios can mask or amplify pressing defects.