Artist page · 05/07/2026

Dub Syndicate

United KingdomFormed in 1982Dub10 vinyl albums
Dub Syndicate is a UK dub reggae band formed in 1982. Their sound blends dub, reggae, and electronic influences, and they remain active with over 10 vinyl releases. The band is closely linked to producer Adrian Sherwood and drummer Style Scott.
10Albums on Vinyles.com
266Discogs releases
113kLast.fm listeners

About

Dub Syndicate, Pioneers of UK dub mixing experimental sounds since 1982.

Over 10 vinyl albums on On-U Sound, original pressings from 1983 to today.

Originating from the United Kingdom, Dub Syndicate emerged in the early 1980s as a dub project founded by producer Adrian Sherwood. The band collaborated prominently with Style Scott, known for his work with Roots Radics and Creation Rebel. Their style fuses reggae rhythms with electronic and experimental dub techniques, pushing boundaries within the genre.

Dub Syndicate’s discography features multiple vinyl albums on the On-U Sound label, with original releases and repressings spanning from the early 1980s through to recent years, including notable titles such as "Displaced Masters" (2017), "Ital Breakfast" (1996), and "Stoned Immaculate" (1992). Vinyl collectors can find a variety of pressings including test pressings and reissues.

Discography

Dub Syndicate — Discography

Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.

Displaced MastersOn-U Sound · 2017
2017
Displaced Masters
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Hard FoodEcho Beach · 2015
2015
Hard Food
CD, Album
Studio
The Rasta Far ICollision: Cause Of Chapter 3 · 2006
2006
The Rasta Far I
CD, Album
Studio
No Bed Of RosesLion And Roots · 2004
2004
No Bed Of Roses
CD, Album
Studio
Acres Of SpaceLion And Roots · 2001
2001
Acres Of Space
CD, Album
Studio
Mellow & CollyLion And Roots · 1998
1998
Mellow & Colly
CD, Album
Studio
Fear Of A Green PlanetLion And Roots · 1998
1998
Fear Of A Green Planet
CD, Album
Studio
Research And DevelopmentOn-U Sound · 1996
1996
Research And Development
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Ital BreakfastOn-U Sound · 1996
1996
Ital Breakfast
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Live At The T+C 1991On-U Sound · 1993
1993
Live At The T+C 1991
CD, Album
Live
RealityCentury Records · 1992
1992
Reality
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Stoned ImmaculateOn-U Sound · 1992
1992
Stoned Immaculate
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Strike The BalanceOn-U Sound · 1989
1989
Strike The Balance
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Time Boom X De Devil DeadOn-U Sound · 1987
1987
Time Boom X De Devil Dead
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Haunting GroundRDL Records · 1986
1986
Haunting Ground
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
North Of The River ThamesOn-U Sound · 1984
1984
North Of The River Thames
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
One Way SystemROIR · 1983
1983
One Way System
Cassette, Album
Studio
The Pounding System (Ambience In Dub)On-U Sound · 1982
1982
The Pounding System (Ambience In Dub)
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Tunes From The Missing ChannelOn-U Sound ·
Tunes From The Missing Channel
Vinyl, LP, Album, Repress
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Dub Syndicate's career.

01
Stoned Immaculate
Stoned Immaculate
Stoned Immaculate · 1992
02
Wadada (Means Love)
Wadada (Means Love)
Stoned Immaculate · 1992
03
Jamaican Proverb
·
04
Time
·
05
Roots Commandment
·
06
One In A Billion
·
07
Dubbing Is a Must
·
08
Health Food
·

The essentials

The 3 Dub Syndicate albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2017
LP, Album
Displaced Masters

A 2017 vinyl release on On-U Sound featuring a mix of dub tracks that showcase Dub Syndicate's experimental approach.

9 tracksCatalog ONULP136Original UK pressing
#2 · 1996
LP, Album
Ital Breakfast

An influential 1996 album blending dub and reggae-pop with nine tracks, originally released on On-U Sound.

9 tracksCatalog ON-U LP 84Multiple vinyl versions
#3 · 1992
LP, Album
Stoned Immaculate

1992 On-U Sound album featuring nine tracks merging reggae and dub with a wide vinyl availability and multiple pressings.

9 tracksCatalog ON-U LP56Original UK pressing

Go further

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Artists who share part of Dub Syndicate's musical DNA.

Collectors

For vinyl die-hards

The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.

Market values (source: Discogs)

For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.

Displaced Masters
Master release · LP · 2017
Market position i
20,22 €
Min price 20 €Max price 20 €
Average price 20,22 €
Only 10 copies for sale on Discogs
225 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Ital Breakfast
Master release · LP · 1996
Market position i
23,20 €
Min price 23 €Max price 26 €
Average price 23,20 €
Only 67 copies for sale on Discogs
98 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Stoned Immaculate
Master release · LP · 1992
Market position i
18,24 €
Min price 17 €Max price 19 €
Average price 18,24 €
Only 71 copies for sale on Discogs
545 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Strike The Balance
Master release · LP · 1989
Market position i
19,42 €
Min price 16 €Max price 23 €
Average price 19,42 €
Only 64 copies for sale on Discogs
489 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
North Of The River Thames
Master release · LP · 1984
Market position i
20,87 €
Min price 18 €Max price 25 €
Average price 20,87 €
Only 22 copies for sale on Discogs
511 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
One Way System
Master release · LP · 1983
Market position i
32,72 €
Min price 25 €Max price 40 €
Average price 32,72 €
Only 8 copies for sale on Discogs
86 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
Strike The BalanceLP, Album, Repress
On-U Sound UK · 2025 ONULP47 🔥 Standard edition
489 want · 1 109 have · ratio 0,4
22,60 €
Displaced MastersLP, Album, Test Pressing, White Label
On-U Sound UK · 2017 ONULP136 🔥 Standard edition
225 want · 531 have · ratio 0,4
Displaced MastersLP, Album
On-U Sound UK · 2017 ONULP136 Original pressing
225 want · 531 have · ratio 0,4
20,22 €
Ital BreakfastLP, Album
On-U Sound UK · 1996 ON-U LP 84 🔥 Standard edition
98 want · 150 have · ratio 0,7
23,20 €
Ital BreakfastLP, Album
On-U Sound UK · 1996 ON-U LP 84 Original pressing
98 want · 150 have · ratio 0,7
25,52 €
Stoned ImmaculateLP, Album, Test Pressing
On-U Sound UK · 1992 ON-U LP56 🔥 Standard edition
545 want · 1 119 have · ratio 0,5
Stoned ImmaculateLP, Album
On-U Sound UK · 1992 ON-U LP56 Original pressing
545 want · 1 119 have · ratio 0,5
17,00 €
Strike The BalanceLP, Album
On-U Sound UK · 1989 ON-U LP47 Original pressing
489 want · 1 109 have · ratio 0,4
16,24 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Dub Syndicate

Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.

"Dub Syndicate's sound is a pure expression of UK dub evolution through the 80s into contemporary times."
— Dub Encyclopedic Commentary
01Album

Strike The Balance released on On-U Sound

In 1989, Dub Syndicate released the album "Strike The Balance" with 10 tracks on On-U Sound, showcasing their electronic and reggae styles. Original UK LP catno ON-U LP47 is sought after by collectors.

1989UK
02Collaboration

Adrian Sherwood and Style Scott partnership

Producer Adrian Sherwood co-founded Dub Syndicate and worked closely with drummer Style Scott, renowned for Roots Radics and Creation Rebel, shaping the band's sound with innovative dub and reggae fusion.

1982United Kingdom
03Album

North Of The River Thames original pressing

The 1984 LP "North Of The River Thames" features 8 experimental dub tracks blending reggae rhythms, released on On-U Sound in the UK. It has multiple vinyl versions with catalog number ONULP136.

1984UK
04Vinyl

One Way System released as cassette and vinyl LP

The 1983 album "One Way System" was originally issued on cassette and later pressed on vinyl LP. Its abstract dub style underpins Dub Syndicate's exploratory approach to reggae and electronic music.

1983UK

FAQ

FAQ: Dub Syndicate on physical formats

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

What genre of music does Dub Syndicate play?

Dub Syndicate plays primarily dub reggae infused with electronic and experimental elements.

When was Dub Syndicate formed?

The band was formed in the United Kingdom in 1982.

Which label released most of Dub Syndicate’s vinyl?

Most of Dub Syndicate’s vinyl albums were released on the UK-based On-U Sound label.

Are Dub Syndicate original pressings rare on vinyl?

Original UK pressings from the 1980s and 1990s remain collectible, with titles like "North Of The River Thames" and "Strike The Balance" sought after.

Where can I find Dub Syndicate vinyl in France?

Vinyles.com tracks available Dub Syndicate pressings from multiple sources and sellers in France, providing current prices and pressing details.

Does Dub Syndicate have recent vinyl releases?

Yes, recent vinyl releases include "Displaced Masters" (2017) and reissues or repressings expected in the 2020s.

How many tracks are typically on a Dub Syndicate vinyl album?

Dub Syndicate albums usually contain between 8 and 11 tracks per vinyl LP.

What is a good entry album to start with on vinyl?

"Displaced Masters" and "Ital Breakfast" are widely available and representative albums to explore Dub Syndicate’s evolving dub style.

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Sources & method

This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.

Our method

  1. Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
  2. Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
  3. Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
  4. Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
  5. Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 05/07/2026