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Lowrell Simon – You're Playing Dirty / Out Of Breath
1980 · US · AVI Records · Vinyl 7" Single
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Oct 10, 2026
- MMint
- $7.17
- NMNear Mint
- $6.42
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $4.91
- VGVery Good
- $3.40
- G+Good Plus
- $1.89
- GGood
- $1.13
- FFair
- $0.76
- PPoor
- $0.38
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
- $7ref VA-NGSV8Media NM · Near MintSleeve VG🇺🇸 Ships from United States
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Specifications
- Artist
- Lowrell Simon
- Genre
- Funk / Soul
- Style
- Soul, Disco
- Year
- 1980
- Label
- AVI Records
- Catalog number
- AVI-314-S
- Country
- US
Tracklist
- AYou're Playing Dirty4:10
- BOut Of Breath2:53
About this record
The US pressing of Lowrell Simon's 1980 single You're Playing Dirty / Out Of Breath is distinguished by its AVI Records catalogue number AVI-314-S. This 7-inch vinyl stands out in the Funk/Soul genre and is notable for its balanced demand, with 42 collectors wanting it and 27 owning it.
The pressing's availability is limited, with only 7 copies currently for sale, emphasizing its selective circulation among enthusiasts.
What drives its value
Price variation ranges from Mint at 7.17 USD down to Good at 1.13 USD, reflecting the importance of condition for this pressing's value. The lowest recorded price on the market is 1.78 USD, which aligns closer to the VG+ and VG pricing tiers.
Its status as a US release on AVI Records, combined with moderate community demand, places it in a mid-tier value bracket compared to other Funk/Soul singles from the era. Collectors often weigh the 7 available copies against the 42 want list entries when determining market activity.
How to appraise this pressing
To verify this pressing, collectors should look for the 7-inch single format under the AVI Records label with catalogue number AVI-314-S. The absence of a barcode is consistent with US releases from 1980.
Condition grading impacts value significantly, with Mint copies priced at 7.17 USD and VG copies at 3.40 USD. Given the pressing's scarcity, grading close to NM or better is preferable.
Confirming the exact pressing is done primarily through label and catalogue number, as matrix or runout details are not specified.
Further reading: grading a record, how to sell vinyl.
Listen
Hear the album before you buy.
Official videos via YouTube.
Frequently asked
What is the value of a VG+ copy of this single?
A VG+ copy is estimated at 4.91 USD according to the price guide, reflecting a moderate market value for this particular pressing.
How many copies of this record are currently for sale?
There are 7 copies of this pressing currently available on the market, indicating limited but not rare availability.
What catalogue number should I look for to confirm this pressing?
The pressing is identified by the catalogue number AVI-314-S on the AVI Records label.
How does community demand compare to ownership for this release?
The community shows 42 collectors wanting this record against 27 who already have it, suggesting strong interest relative to supply.
Is there a barcode on this pressing?
No, this 1980 US pressing does not have a barcode, which is typical for singles from that period on AVI Records.