bettim84
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Massey is my favorite as well. It feels far more intimate of a setting.
Definitive Audiophile pressings
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JohnnyCashFan
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It is a more intimate, smaller hall actually, just lovely acoustics similiar to the Rieman.
Selaws
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So I'll offer a gently contrasting opinion. Check out the cut of Moanin' on streaming. There is a joy of seeing a top band work through some things live in a set -- side note, I think that Shorter takes a 5+ minutes to find his voice and pace at the open of the set, it (my opinion) isn't his best. But Lee Morgan is pushing the bad hard on Moanin' -- pace, tight tight register and runs. I love and own great copies of the originals -- and sets like this allow me to hear those originals differently and with fresh ears.
For example, this is a great set --;with okay sound quality given the venue, etc -- but with crackling energy and semi grey maker pressings...and it cooks
Art Blakey & Les Jazz-Messengers - Au Club Saint-Germain / Vol. 1 À 3
View credits, reviews, tracks and shop for the Vinyl release of "Au Club Saint-Germain / Vol. 1 À 3" on Discogs.www.discogs.com
So I would 100% support it not being the first record you buy, but hearing the artists explore, create, and work through ideas adds a special aspect to jazz
Caveat: one of my favorite records in Coltrane at the half note.... Which is definitely not for everyone...so take my note with all the value of the random comment on the internet.
Im lucky enough to have both of these and they are fantastic.
The Art Blakey is quite affordable and, as @HuddieLedbetter stated, it's a fantastic set to hear the group bouncing off each other in a live environment. There's the occasional whoop from the crowd as well which helps transport you to the gig.
The Sonny Rollins is another killer set. Despite it being from a digital source (this was questioned when it was released....which is always a good sign) it really is a stellar pressing. Im fortunate enough to have a first UK Mono pressing to compare it to and it hold up really well. I personally like the outtake LP, there is enough there that it feels substantial rather than a few rehashed or poor versions.
MikeH
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Yea very happy with the Rollins quality! Ended up being $50 after my various rewards and free shipping which isn’t too shabby! Haven’t had a chance to listen to the outtakes one yet
POGunter
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We were discussing these two versions earlier. It seems 45rpm Audiophile fells the reg Mo-Fi version is the way to go.
. I like the way the One-Step sounds. Quiet vinyl. But the reg Mo-Fi always sounded good. And I really like the album in general. Janis could really dig deep.So, Now I’m am going to have to really listen to these carefully back to back.
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It’s going to be a rough day if Bitches Brew, Sketches of Spain, and Somethin Else go through on the same day
hoping all three come out within the next year!
POGunter
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It’s going to be a rough day if Bitches Brew, Sketches of Spain, and Somethin Else go through on the same day
I know what you mean. If everything comes out in rapid succession it will be a cash crunch. OTOH if they continue at two or three a year I’m going to need to double down on my cardio workouts. Else, my wife may be receiving Mo-Fi back orders long after I’m gone. Glad she likes both Miles & Van Halen.
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Mr Moustache
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That's the 3 I pre-ordered as well. I hope they all come out next year, but with how many are scheduled, I don't think this is happening.It’s going to be a rough day if Bitches Brew, Sketches of Spain, and Somethin Else go through on the same day
I got the RSD release a few years back and it's a fantastic package
MikeH
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I got the 1LP from Target on sale but it was the 1LP. I bet the 2LP is great. I love the last Curtis 2LP they did.
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TheThinWhiteDuke
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Ok for the continued honor of you username, we are going to need you to work on the Ryman Theater spelling
Portland Sheriff
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I’ve placed only one order, and it was with HMV during a sale.
Joe Mac
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Sorry I meant to reply to you over there but been busy. CD Japan are good, as are hmv.co.jp and I’ve picked up a good few on eBay too.
Colonel4Bin
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I was hoping it would be one that I planned on getting, having passed on the last few for already having quality pressings. But my wallet will be happy.
The AP sounds superb, really don’t know how much better it could be.
Colonel4Bin
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I have the opportunity to buy the Ziggy Stardust MoFi, graded NM/VG+, for $150.
Thoughts on the price/quality from those who have it? It seems like a great price for it (Discogs avg/avg sold prices are around $200) though I’ve heard both great and meh things about it. But almost figure that at that price, if I’m not super satisfied, I can at least sell it for what I paid.
Thoughts on the price/quality from those who have it? It seems like a great price for it (Discogs avg/avg sold prices are around $200) though I’ve heard both great and meh things about it. But almost figure that at that price, if I’m not super satisfied, I can at least sell it for what I paid.