Satisfaction 7-Inch Single: A Classic Rock 45 Buying Guide

A cover, not the Stones original

If you are searching for the Rolling Stones' "Satisfaction" single, this is not that record. The 7-inch here is Rory Gallagher's cover of "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction," paired with his own "Cruise On Out." That distinction matters before you buy: you are getting a Gallagher performance, not a reissue of the Stones 45.

The record is a limited edition black vinyl 7-inch single. For anyone building a shelf of classic rock 45s, that pairing — a well-known song reworked by a guitarist with his own identity — is the appeal. It is also the reason to pause if you specifically want the original hit version.

What the record actually contains

• (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction 7": Limited edition 7-inch black vinyl single featuring Rory Gallagher's cover of "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction" with "Cruise On Out" on the flip. Two tracks, one a recognizable cover and one a Gallagher original, define the value here. It is a focused single, not a compilation.

  

• (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction 7": Catalog price is USD 6.49, compared with a catalog comparison price of USD 12.98. At roughly half the comparison price, the cost of trying a cover single is low — useful if you are curious but not yet committed to a full Gallagher album.

Why a 7-inch single is a different purchase

A 7-inch single is a short listen: one A-side and one B-side. That makes it a low-commitment way to hear a specific performance, but a poor substitute for an album if you want a broad survey of an artist's work. The trade-off is straightforward — you get exactly the two tracks listed, and nothing more.

The format also means the record is physically small. That is an advantage for storage and for flipping through a stack of singles, but it offers less surface area for label art and sleeve notes than a full album. If you collect singles for the cover as much as the music, check what sleeve the listing shows before ordering; the supplied product details do not confirm a picture sleeve, so treat that as unverified rather than assumed.

Who this single suits — and who should skip it

• Buy it if you collect Rory Gallagher's recorded work: The single is described as a focused addition for collectors of Gallagher's recordings and for fans of distinctive cover versions. If that describes you, the two-track pairing is the point.
• Buy it if you want an inexpensive classic rock 45: At the catalog price of USD 6.49, it is an easy way to add a recognizable cover to a singles stack without committing to a larger set.
• Skip it if you want the Rolling Stones' original: This is Gallagher's cover. The supplied details do not indicate that the Stones' version appears on this record.
• Skip it if you need confirmed sleeve or pressing details: The supplied information confirms the limited edition 7-inch black vinyl format and the two tracks, but does not list a picture sleeve, pressing plant, or mastering details. If those specifics are essential, ask before buying.

What to check before you order

Because this is a limited edition, availability can change. Confirm the listing still shows the black vinyl 7-inch and the two named tracks, and check whether the sleeve shown matches what you expect. The supplied record does not include preparation or playback instructions, so follow the setup guidance for your own turntable and stylus rather than relying on the product page for that.

One practical note on the price: the catalog shows USD 6.49 against a comparison price of USD 12.98. Treat that comparison as a reference point from the listing, not a permanent discount, and decide based on what the record is worth to you as a Gallagher cover single.