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Earth, Wind & Fire – Head To The Sky
1982 · Europe · CBS · Vinyl LP Album Reissue
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Oct 18, 2026
- MMint
- $15.84
- NMNear Mint
- $14.17
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $10.83
- VGVery Good
- $7.50
- G+Good Plus
- $4.17
- GGood
- $2.50
- FFair
- $1.67
- PPoor
- $0.83
20 copies listed on Discogs from $7.
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
- $10ref VA-8JZ7GMedia VG+ · Very Good PlusSleeve VG+🇮🇹 Ships from Italy
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Pressing identification
Match these against your copy to confirm the exact pressing.
- Runout — side A
- STE - 65604-A PAL32194 1D
- Runout — side B
- S 65604-B PBL32194-1B
- Rights society
- BIEM/STEMRA
- Label Code
- LC -0149
- Price Code
- CB 211
- Price Code
- 53
- Recorded At
- Clover Recorders
- Mastered At
- A&M Studios
Specifications
- Artist
- Earth, Wind & Fire
- Genre
- Funk / Soul
- Style
- Soul, Funk
- Year
- 1982
- Label
- CBS
- Catalog number
- CBS 32017
- Country
- Europe
Tracklist
- A1Evil4:57
- A2Keep Your Head Up To The Sky5:08
- A3Build Your Nest3:16
- A4The World's A Masquerade4:47
- B1Clover5:21
- B2Zanzibar13:01
- Producer
- Earth, Wind & Fire
- Producer
- Joe Wissert
- Mastered By
- Bernie Grundman
- Engineer, Remix
- Robert Appère
- Arranged By
- Earth, Wind & Fire
- Design [Cover], Photography By
- Lee Lawrence
About this record
Stamped in the dead wax, the matrix runout STE - 65604-A PAL32194 1D identifies this as the European CBS reissue pressing rather than an original. This 1982 reissue of Earth, Wind & Fire’s Head To The Sky features only six tracks, marking it as a concise album edition.
Notably, this pressing lacks a barcode, which can aid in distinguishing it from later reissues or different market variants.
What drives its value
The price range for this European CBS reissue pressing spans from 15.84 USD for a Mint copy down to 0.83 USD for a Poor copy according to the price guide. A VG copy typically sells around 7.50 USD, while a VG+ copy is valued at 10.83 USD.
There are currently 20 copies for sale at the lowest price of 7.00 USD, reflecting moderate market availability. With 682 collectors having this pressing and 261 wanting it, demand remains solid, placing this edition as a sought-after reissue within the broader Earth, Wind & Fire discography.
How to appraise this pressing
To confirm this exact pressing, look for the CBS label with catalogue number CBS 32017. Verification is strengthened by checking the dead wax for the matrix runouts STE - 65604-A PAL32194 1D on side A and S 65604-B PBL32194-1B on side B.
The absence of a barcode further distinguishes this 1982 European pressing. Grading should focus on the vinyl’s surface and sound quality, with Mint copies commanding up to 15.84 USD.
Condition impacts value significantly, as a Near Mint copy is priced at 14.17 USD, whereas a Good+ copy drops to 4.17 USD.
Further reading: grading a record, how to sell vinyl.
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Frequently asked
How can I identify this 1982 European CBS reissue pressing?
Check for the CBS label with catalogue number CBS 32017 and confirm the dead wax matrix runouts STE - 65604-A PAL32194 1D and S 65604-B PBL32194-1B. The lack of a barcode also helps identify this pressing.
What is a VG+ copy of this pressing worth?
A VG+ copy is valued at 10.83 USD according to the latest price guide, providing a reliable estimate for this condition.
How many copies are currently available for sale and at what price?
There are 20 copies for sale with the lowest price listed at 7.00 USD, indicating steady market availability.
What drives the value of this reissue compared to original pressings?
This 1982 European reissue pressing is distinguished by its matrix runouts and lack of barcode, with a moderate demand of 261 collectors wanting it. Its pricing reflects reissue status rather than original pressing rarity.
How does the community rate this album pressing?
The community rating stands at 4.07 from 60 ratings, showing consistent appreciation among collectors.