Hi John, I have all mine on shelves normally, so I'll doublecheck the fit for all the UHQR and One Steps from MOFI, Impex and Craft when I get back from vacation in a couple of days. For sure the dowel spine UHQR would have to go in spine up, but I have to see if there's enough clearance to sit under the edge properly. I'll get back to you Sunday night.
Thanks for the tip on the 2016 reissue of this album. Do you know how much of their catalog was re-released during this campaign by the same group/people responsible for this one?
I think it was Close to the Edge and The Yes Album, but I believe the former is cut by Chris Bellman. I'll see if I can dig up info on Discogs. Looks like Close to the Edge was 2012 by Bellman The only Rhino release of The Yes Album was cut by Ron McMaster At Capitol, and I've not heard it but if you love The Yes Album go straight to the Atlantic AP 45. It's worth every penny.
I will have a fresh review up in a couple of weeks with the 45, the DCC 33 and the UHQR. Hopefully I can get it out before the UHQR sells out so people can add another perspective to their decision. Stay tuned!
I know this series is a few years old, but it seems you do respond to later comments. I've only recently found your channel and am enjoying catching up on these old classical labels episodes. The other day I picked up a box set from the Time Life Records series called The Story of Great Music: The Romantic Era. It has a slide out box like the Reader's Digest boxes, with a slim booklet A Listener's Guide to the Records and a larger booklet with a history of the Romantic era filled with nice color paintings! Mendelssohn, Liszt, Chopin, Verdi, Schumann, and Berlioz. It's also in excellent condition. I haven't had time to listen to any of it, but I also have a set of 10 Time Life cds I bought in the 90's called Classical Favorites. Great works performed by great conductors and soloists. I believe it was a monthly mail order series. Are you familiar with this lp series, and was it as well known as the Readers Digest? Thanks for all these videos on Living Stereo, Mercury Living Presence and this current one. It's great to see someone keeping alive the memory of this era.
So cool you are going back through some of my older content! This was a favorite video at the time. I was very happy with it. It also showed me there was an audience for some classical reviews. I think the Readers Digest recordings are in another level in that they were all done specifically for this series under the guidance of Gerhardt and Wilkinson. The Time Life selections were pulled from many different sources and labels. Pre existing recordings. So I never really took to the series. I tried a few and found I preferred the readers digest approach to the project. Still for people that had no idea where to start and wanted a simple way to be exposed to the classics, the Time Life records would fit the bill. I see the Readers Digest recordings on the same level as original Decca recording, in other words superb in their own right.
@@ThePressingMatters Yes, I get that. Different concept, but both were good ways to introduce the uninitiated to great music. Thanks so much for the response!
This popped up in my feed, and I was very happy to see that one of my favorite vinyl people did a review on this killer album. I alternate between Pink Floyd and The Doors as my favorite rock band of all time. If Jim Morrison didn't have such an untimely death and The Doors with Jim went on to make more music, it is very possible The Doors would be my favorite band of all time. I must concur with how terrific this version of the LA Woman album sounds. 😻 I was thrilled to hear that Doug Sax did his magic on the AP/QRP release. His The Mastering Lab also originally mastered the Pink Floyd The Wall album, my favorite rock album of all time. I have LA Woman in a number of versions, including the first pressing. This AP/QRP version smokes anything else I've heard. If it's any consolation, Mike Esposito of the In Groove and a big time fan of The Doors says the 45 rpm AP/QRP smokes anything else that has preceded it in sound quality. He says that The Doors is his favorite band. I have all of these AP/QRP 45 rpm versions of The Doors albums with Jim. The one that sounds the best in quality across the different albums to me is Morrison Hotel. 😻😻😻 LA Woman has just been released in an AP/QRP 33 1/3 rpm UHQR, so it remains to be seen how good that album is. As a huge fan of The Doors, I just had to have a 33 1/3 rpm version of LA Woman with the UHQR royal treatment. 🎤🎸🎹🥁
Hello, I'm so glad you found this older review. I notice there is a renewed activity with it. I was very impressed with this 45 and still am. So much so that while I immediately ordered the UHQR, I cancelled it the next day. I'd love to have it but just could not afford it. My friend Oz got two, and I'll get to shoot it out against the DCC, and if I must have it and it's sold out, he'll have his retail copy for me.
@@ThePressingMatters In Chad's announcement about this UHQR, he said that the 45 rpm version sounds a bit better than the inside tracks on the 33 1/3 rpm. That may not appeal to people who love Riders on the Storm, last song on the second side of the 33 1/3 rpm version. It's a matter of what's important to you and how much you like this band, and I definitely understand about budget. I like everything else that comes with a UHQR beyond the record itself. Sometimes I don't feel like flipping the record more than once. A UHQR release doesn't just give you a great record made to the highest standards; it's a celebration of the album. 😻
That's true, and I am a big fan of the series. I have nearly every one. I'm very curious to see the box quality, the jacket and to hear what Bernie did with it. I'll probably cave and get it if it's as good or better than the DCC.
@@ThePressingMatters It will very likely be the definitive version of the 33 1/3 rpm format for the album. It'll definitely be interesting to see just how good it is. I'm supposed to receive my copy tomorrow.
Congratulations on the new turntable My origin live Calypso has speed adjustment set screws on the motor and from time to time with weather conditions and such you do have to adjust your speed control and it is especially noticeable on piano. People don't realize how important a rock solid 33 and a third is for a lifelike musical presentation. The human perception of accurate speed is uncanny. Another thing to consider is vibration control ginkgo audio makes a vibration base for your turntable I know they're expensive but something you need to consider. I got mine on sale of course.
Yes some isolation solution is in the cards, though it's not an issue I notice. I wouldn't have believed how much of a difference speed stability and accuracy made until I heard the VPI with the ADS. It's something that once you've had it in the system. You don't want to be without it. It is more lifelike and unlocks the music from the record.
@@ThePressingMatters The reason I mention vibration control, it's kind of like the speed thing. when you hear it and then you hear what it's doing you can't go back. I mentioned the ginkgo audio number one because that's what I own, and Michael fremer reviewed the product years ago. He was very impressed. You might want to do some investigating into this. it's a thing for the future to consider when you want the next upgrade. That's why I mentioned it. I was on audiogone forums years ago talking to some folks about what I owned and I was thinking about doing a tone arm upgrade or maybe a cartridge. A fellow said to me if you haven't got anything for vibration control. That's the next thing you need to do.
@@RocknRonni That's exactly what my advisor and friend John has said to me. He's using some 3 inch maple on some footers but I will definitely check out the Gingko products too.
Great videos Scott- thanks! I ordered the sample packs to figure out what I need to re-sleeve what I have and look at the inner sleeve options. Question- is there any reason you can't use the 12" Dual Pocket Outer Sleeves w/ One Flap for the front side of a gatefold to avoid having the tape left on the inside? Thanks again and sorry if this is a redundent question.
Hi Steve, I'm trying to picture what you mean but to get the wrap around flap (no seam) on the spine you have to do it this way. Now if the inner tape really bothers you, there is a dual pocket tape on flap sleeve. That could be used so that there is no tape strip on the inside. You should watch the follow up video - go to the end to see a demo of cutting the flap. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-nGTQNbH9fCU.htmlsi=O5ONTSL2-n2BfHbp You can also NOT cut the inner flap and join the back piece flap to the tape in the inside, right across the center of the gatefold. I found this solves the tape strip being visible but creates a bunching effect. I prefer to cut off the strip with a paper cutter. You'll see in the video how that works. Personally I soon forgot about the white tape strip and don't think of it as an visual obstruction, but a nice visual feature.
Hello Scott enjoy your channel Thanks for the review. I have the rhino reissue that bettered my original Japanese press but not by much. so thanks to you I will not be purchasing the rhino Hi-Fi reissueI. did just purchase the reissue of Black Sabbath original press rhino Hi-Fi. I Believe my WWA VO6 UK press is superior sounding. better base more drive more impact on the drums. The highs on the rhino are too exaggerated especially the symbols they are fatiguing. I also purchased the bad company album going to compare that to the Kevin Gray rhino remaster of 2012, I believe. review of both records forthcoming on my channel. I also have the sanctuary Castle reissue from 06 of paranoid and Sabbath bloody Sabbath which were much better than the 2012 rhino reissues pressed at RTI
Thank you for watching and commenting. There is a trend of excess detail and lack of bass and drive across many of these Rhino Hi Fi releases. You're definitely all set with the Captain and me, unless you want a brighter sound. Black Sabbath was ok, but I preferred the Castle Sanctuary pressing. I'm holding off on anything further for now. Too many records already that I'll rarely play. If the right title comes up, I'll bite, but set my expectations a bit lower. I'll be keeping an eye out for your review videos.
@@ThePressingMatters Thanks brother yeah I'm at the point I've been there for a while now I've got a lot of great sounding records that I don't play right now and I don't need to replace them with only slightly better sounding records or sometimes not as good sounding. but I did pre-order the new mo fi Santana abraxas today. I'll try to get some videos out for you. been a struggle last 6 months not really feeling it. Although I did play my stereo for the first time in months yesterday. so that's a good thing.
@@RocknRonni Trust me I know when you're not feeling it, it's impossible to fake it. Just take time off (I just took a month) and recharge. Your viewers will appreciate a fresh energy and enthusiasm for a subject.
Ha well nothing is truly 'bad' in Chet Atkins world. I just prefer the music on the earlier titles. They are all excellent and you may very well love Teensville. My favorite is The Other Chet Atkins.
Late comment as I am getting caught up on past Classic videos. I picked up the “Festival of Light Classical” today for $3. Rockaway pressing but looks like it was not played or played only a few times. I will be keeping my eyes open for these box sets now. Thanks!!
Awesome! What a deal! I hope you find it engaging. It's my favorite classical collection of this type. Let me know if you hear something that wows you!
Right on time! Just ordered a couple of sets to experiment without knowing exactly how to apply them. You have saved me a lot of trial and error time and confirmed that my decision for VSS is surely a good one. Many thanks and best greetings!
Hi Thomas! That's great! I was in the same boat when I first tried these and felt a clear explanation and demo would have helped me, so I made one for others to follow. Glad you found it helpful. See the demo at the end of tbis video for more info on cutting. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-nGTQNbH9fCU.htmlsi=O5ONTSL2-n2BfHbp
It's a great introduction to jazz, I think for many people it was their first 'jazzy' album. Certainly when I was a kid, my friends parents, who all had this record, were not jazz buffs. Everybody loved this record, including my parents. I'll never forget that weird looking cover!
I have a lot of these albums with the chicks on them! Used to put them up on my walls. I've got the one with Candace Bergen's mum on it, and the one with the actress Arlene Martel. Sooo many good ones!
My older brother bought All Things Must Pass just after it came out. He was 21, I was 12 and he looked me in the eye and said George Harrison is the greatest Beatle and i believed him....Until I got into high school. It surely is the best solo effort of all The Beatles, I'll give him that. But he never got close to those heights again. Critical & Financial. Of course it was all tied in to Apple and Allen Klein. He probably never got his fair share. Poor Bugger. They all did their best work within a few years after the break up. As far as this album goes, The Wall of Sound didn't age well for me....Or George!
I think it is the greatest collection of songs any of them did. Not counting the Apple Jam it's pretty tight, and of course it could have made a killer single disc. But I like its sprawling nature and though the wall of sound can be a little much on some cuts, when it's stripped back as they did here, it really didn't work So I prefer the original mix and always will. Thanks for watching and commenting!
I'm not sure which you are talking about but I meant it in response to A Trick Of The Tail, however I'd take any presented that way. Come to think of it, a 33rpm UHQR of Foxtrot would be nice to save Suppers Ready from being cut.
I fondly remember road trips with mom and dad in the seventies and recall how much I hated hearing Pink Floyd Time on 8 track entirely because just before Dave’s glorious solo the tape would wind down and “click click” then wind back up again. It was a real buzz killer and I fear that might also be the case with SR and a 45 pressing? I hope I am wrong.
@@MitchHowes I hope not but, I wouldn't miss it for the world. I saw where the cut will take place and it is the best choice. I just wonder if it will be laminated. It would be nice if it was, or do a special texture like canvas.
first time i heard a 35mm audio recording but there is no pictures of that, just sound.? Is it recorded on the sides or in the full 35mm frame? im clueless
What I find disturbing is the tendency for the various reissue companies or producers insisting on reissuing less than great Stereo versions of albums which are best served by quality Mono versions (an example is Blue Note 1595, Cannonball Adderly's Somethin' Else album where the Stereo mix makes no sense while the Mono is far better).
I agree. We're starting to see a better appreciation of mono jazz recordings but the rule seems to be stereo with mono an exception. Of course if they can sell us both, they will!
@@toonman361 That's awesome. They really do think about every type of media. I may get some for my reel to reel tape collection. Right now they are piled in an unused LP sized Ultra Boxx but something that holds them perfectly would be nice.
I've long been a fan of lounge/retro/whatever-we're-calling-it-this-month music. But c'mon, Scott really....nothing from the 101 Strings? They made a SLEW of records for RCA Victor Living Stereo! Or what about from the Living Strings/Living Trio/Living Guitars? Maybe we need an episode about that line of albums.
Awesome! Thanks for your comment and suggestion. This was just a first step, a group of random titles. With the success of this video I am setting to work on another few episodes, and you might see something on those records at some point too. I agree, an important part of this whole time period.
Thanks for doing this one. You have one new fan who is subscribing so tell your roommate "nyah" ! Years ago I bought a box of WW2 era 78s. Among them was a record by the Three Suns. It stands out among the rest for making me say "people once paid to hear these guys?" Also, have you ever seen a poor farmer trying to hang a bell on a chromatic cow?
Hi Micheal! Thanks for watching, commenting and subscribing! Great to have you here. In a satisfying turn of events, this video, that was a pet project for me, went beyond all expectations and has been number one since its release. Yeah I told the roommate "I told you so!" Great memories on your discovery of The Three Suns. Amazing how far they go back! There are more videos planned on this subject and other labels from this era. Thanks for your interest! Scott
Ok thanks for the recommendation! I just sampled it and it's great! This is what I had hoped the one I have was like. I see this was originally on Mercury. Have to find one!
I have a handful of some of the record albums that you showed. Although I don't have that particular Xavier Cugat album that you have. I have other Xavier Cugat albums that are Great! And, just like you, I collect the albums for their art covers also.
I haven't stumbled across another Cugat title yet, but I imagine there are some great ones from a bit earlier. I'm picking up some more as I see them, and will have a follow up video soon! Thanks for watching!
I have purchased quite a few items from bags unlimited over the years and have always been very happy with the quality their products. That's why I keep purchasing from them. Have never used the boxes but they look fantastic.
They really are a great company. It's really fun to see all the variety of things they offer. They make this Ultrabox for reel to reel taps! How cool is that!
Ha did you find a copy of Magnum Opus? I'm absolutely confident in that recommendation. If you've ever been in an acoustically perfect church with a real pipe organ, you've had a taste of what you will get on Magnum Opus.
@@ThePressingMatters I put it in my Want List on Discogs. I've got a Dave Matthews Band box set I'm going to buy next week and I"ll get one of these in a couple more weeks.
Wow! A “next level” channel. Most music channels are only able to go as far as having “unboxing” videos. Scott, you have taken the next step and we have a “boxing” video 😂😂😂 I wonder how many channels will follow suit? 😁
LOL, Well, this is a unique video. My other record collecting accessory videos are always being watched and since I've been using this product with excellent results, I had to share it with my audience. I huess I should of unboxed the boxx 🤣
Hi, Thank you for watching and commenting! I'd love to hear Bob and Ray on reel to reel! Never seen it. It's a rare one. Do you still have the deck to play it? I'm planning a Living Stereo reel segment soon, but mostly classical. My deck is being restored and I'll be borrowing a different one from my dealer in the meantime!
Hey Scott - great channel! Just wondering if you have purchased any of the new Pablo series from AP and will be reviewing them? The ones I have so far sound amazing!
Those would be better used for moving your records rather than a permanent storage unless you have so many records that you never play and want to pack away in your closet The cost is 22 dollars??? Way too expensive for a big record collection Cardboard boxes are fine for just moving
Hi Dave, When I bought most of mine they were 12.50, but that was 20 years ago. My collection was about 2,000 records at that time so you can imagine. But I used these through five moves and not only were they easy to use, they protected everything. Not a dent or crease anywhere, just perfect. So, great boxes for 5 moves, plus a second life as storage to hold my overflow today as you see in the insert pictures. I know $22 is a different story but I spent that on resleeving the records that would be in that one box! Actually more. So for me it's a worthwhile thing, but I understand the entry price seems steep.
I was re-reading your comment, and yes most of my permanent collection is on display on shelves. These are great for moves of course, but they serve me well for the overflow - things that need to be aleeved, cataloged, or brought to the thrift shop eventually. Right now they house about 2,000 records I had on display in my last garage sale. There is always a use for these. My roommates steal them to store stuff in too. Easy to label and look neat.
Wonderful! The archival are good for very rare and expensive items, but honestly the Ultra Boxx is a workhorse and is probably as archival as any of us need!
As an alternative, if you have an IKEA nearby you can take a look at the TJENA box + lid. Usually about 10 dollars. Made of tough card. I wouldn't stack them higher than 2, unlike the Ultra Boxx. They are designed to fit perfectly into the opening of a Kallax, everyone's favorite cheap record shelf. The only drawback is that the opening for the handles has a rather sharp edge that digs into the meat of your fingers, so I wear work gloves if I need to carry the things for any distance longer than a minute.
I'm sure glad that you put this video out, Scott. As you may recall, I talked about moving. I plan on moving my record collection myself and need boxes to load on a moving truck I will drive long distance. I was just just getting ready to buy some cardboard boxes designed for vinyl records from Amazon, but now I'd really like to consider these. I'm a technical person to some extent, so I'm always interested in spec's. Would you happen to know what the weight and edge crush limits are for the Ultra Boxx? I'm using heavy duty boxes with a 75 lb weight and 45 lb edge crush limits for other things (not records) I'm packing. Are the Ultra Boxx boxes stackable and how many high does the manufacturer recommend? As always, thanks for making such really good, interesting videos! 👍👍👍
Something to consider, because they are so great for storage after the move. They will outlast us! I will check the stats and see if I can answer your question. I seem to remember 3 high is their stated limit, but four is possible. I've done it many times for short periods Because of the vertical corrougation they are extremely strong. I'll see what I can find out.
@@ThePressingMatters Took a look at the manufacturer's website. Unfortunately, they say not to stack them more than two high. That's not going to work for me. At this price, you should be able to stack them 6 high. Put vinyl record next to a product name, and the price skyrockets. 😲 It's looking like heavy duty moving boxes will be the best, most affordable option for moving and storage.
@audiophileman7047 Ok sounds like it wouldn't be for you. I'm surprised at the limit. I definitely had them 3 high at least with no sign of failure. Be sure you were not reading the cardboard version, which I imagine is weaker. I'm glad you found a solution that's better for your situation. If they are designed for records, they should be good. If you have a link I'd like to see what you are considering.
@@ThePressingMatters It was for the Ultra Boxx product at the link in your video. It was in the Q&A just below the description. I'm looking at using the U-Haul Heavy Duty Small moving box. It looks like it has the proper dimensions (12 5/8" x 12 5/8" x 16 3/8") for vinyl records, and they mention using their heavy duty boxes for vinyl elsewhere. They're $2.48 per box where I live. They're double walled and have an 80 lb weight limit and a 48 lb ECT. That's pretty tough! 💪 I could always use their medium boxes with some packing if I have to for bigger sets. I'll explore all of this some more, since I haven't actually used them before. 🤔
These boxes would be ideal for moving but they seem kind of pricey for that kind of one and done deal. I’m curious, do have records that aren’t displayed in a record shelving unit?
Hi Chris, they are excellent for moving! Easy to lift, stack and are very strong. After the move you just use them for storage as you see, my collection surpassed my shelf space. So that's where they go till they are sleeved or on their way out the door. I have 2,000 on sleeves and 2000 at least in boxes.
@@ThePressingMatters ok, that makes sense! I also think the price is very reasonable, especially when you compare it to the value of the 50 or 60 records you might have in it during a move. Thanks for the insightful review!
Enjoyed this, thanks Scott! The $22 price was a shock at first (hey, it’s just a box, right?) but you are spot on - it’s a drop in the hat if it’s storing pricier records inside to give fool proof protection. Piece of mind is priceless
I think so Chance! I still wince a little at the price hikes over 20 years, but at this point my connection is quite valuable and if I had to do a move, I wouldn't trust it to cardboard boxes. Even those can cost up to $10 so when you see it in the context of an investment that will outlast you, it's definitely worth considering. Add to that they are not a throw away after the move, you have the ultimate box!!
This is a beautiful album, glad I picked the AF version when it was still in print. "Live on the Double Planet" is a great lp as well. Thank you for sharing your stories.
Thank you so much for watching. You're very fortunate to have picked up the AF version at the time. I am on the lookout for one. The original copy I had sounds amazing already. I've yet to check out the live album yet. Still a lot to explore beyond this one!
I think if people are storing these in their basement or not in humidity control environment, some can get moisture/humidity absorbing packs from Amazon to stick them inside these boxes… 🤷🏽 Safe Travels Scott!!
Good point! Although this material can't absorb water, the box itself is not waterproof, though when combined with sealable sleeves like the Vinyl Storage Solutions can keep mild humidity at bay. Your suggestion of silica gel packs is an excellent one, and added to these two tools, gives you great protection. I might order some now! Thanks!
Hi Joey, Yes, forget U Haul boxes. They will damage your collection, and forget stacking them. I've done many moves with these and they protected everything. Perfect weight to lift for most anyone, handles, lids, won't absorb moisture, won't cause foxing, and after you move you have a bunch of great boxes for your overflow.
@toddbromgard5211 That's great. All of them have specific uses, but the archival ones will be nice for your rarest records. The Ultraboxx is more of a workhorse - moving, storage and maybe display.
Hi! Yes, I'm away on vacation until the end of month, and my copy (from Amazon) got there just after I left. I've been reading reports of problems with concern because it doesn't seem like a pressing issue. I will definitely report on it as soon as I get back. I'm hoping there's no issues but if there are, I hope the return window is still open.
@@ThePressingMatters Not yet, it is currently out of stock at my local record shop. I also read the concerns on Discogs and hope that it is not a widespread anomaly. (I am more interested in the album When I Look in Your Eyes but it would be nice to own the Look of Love too.) Enjoy the vacation and thank you for your work on RU-vid.
@matevigh8418 I just checked my return window for The Look Of Love - I have a few days once I get home. It will be first on my agenda. Has no one done a RU-vid review yet?
Disagree on The Three Suns though, their records are a lot of fun, lively arrangements of familiar songs with oddball instrumentation, and they made one of my favourite Christmas LPs, A Ding Dong Dandy Christmas!
@moxievision Hi , I appreciate your comment! Several viewers have expressed a lot of love for The Three Suns, and has prompted me to listen a bit more to see what I missed. I've got a few more to take a look at in the next segment. Thanks for watching!
@@ThePressingMatters Admittedly, The Three Suns can be hit or miss (and I believe at some point the original trio was replaced by generic studio players), but the records that work with their unique sound are really a lot of fun!
Thank you for your vote! I can't wait to make the next episode and if going to be even better! Please stay tuned and consider subscribing! I'd love to have you in board.
Great video! Stereo was a major innovation in the 50's and just the experience of listening to music that was "dimensional" was a revelation. The inside sleeves of the Living Stereo records explaining the way stereo works are great. The musicians, arrangers, and recording engineers for the records you showed were top notch even though the music might have ranged from fluff to meaningful. I have two copies of the Peter Gunn record, one is an American pressing and the other is a German pressing. The two covers have different colors. I went to a used record store some years ago and the owner put about a dozen pristine classical Living Stereo records in the "free" section. I grabbed all of them and they were like new. Nothing exotic like the stuff in this video - Chicago Symphony, Rubenstein - but amazing records, wonderfully recorded (the story of the recording technique is fascinating).
Hi Frank, Thank you so much! What a great comment! I was very young during the Living Stereo era, but my parents were swept up in it with their new stereo console about 1963. I remember the Living Stereo banner and the Peter Gunn artwork, as well as the 1812 Overture by Morton Gould, the one with the striking painting on the back. My mom liked lire classics from Fiedler I loved looking at the recording information and seating charts when provided. I've always been fascinated by the classical and pop Living Stereo records. I hope you scroll back through my videos because I've done a lot of Living Stereo Classical titles, both in groups and individually. This one is very popular and a good place to start: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-0uDUs3rWMfQ.htmlsi=QlXFtqbG9RcKxZr4 Thanks for watching!
Scott, great video even though I’m a little late from when you posted this. I was able to pick up an original Monarch pressing at the Austin Record Convention this year for about 100 bucks. To me it sounds really really good. I agree that the 45 RPM is the best bang for the buck for most right now. Do you recommend the other Doors AP 45 titles for the rest of their catalog?
Yes I recommend one more in particular and that's the LA Woman 45 cut by Doug Sax. It's ironic that you found this older video today because Chad just announced an LA Woman UHQR at 33.3 mastered by Bernie Grundman. I don't believe the UhQR will or is intended to top the AP 45. As it's still available new for $60, I'd say it's a much better value and excellent bang for the buck that most likely will not be topped. Hers an early review of the 45 ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-nR3W8DEeyFU.htmlsi=Aav-06ds8qbCQzhJ
@@ThePressingMatters I saw Chad‘s video today and this got me into searching for these videos. I wonder what the reviews are gonna tell once that gets released. But $125 for a single disk UHQR sounds a little steep.
@@MitchsVinylCorner it is a little steep, and I admit, I knew an announcement of a very limited release was coming so I have been ready to pounce. As soon as I saw the video, I didn't even wait for it to finish and rushed with fear of missing out, and ordered one. Then I went back and finished the vid and was a little less enthusiastic. Not crazy about the new box, thought it was 45, and it's not, and of course I have the splendid 45. I'm thinking I should cancel but I want to review it. Certainly will make an interesting video.
@@ThePressingMatters I agree Scott, looking forward to your review. Did you purchase the two new Bill Evans UHQR’s? I have both of the Craft OJC’s and think they sound amazing. Not sure if the UHQR’s can tip them.
@@MitchsVinylCornerNo, I want them of course but I can't afford them right now and I have the last OJCs, the MOFI One Step of Sunday and the AP 33 Doug Sax Debbie. However I will review my friends copy of one or both of these releases.
Thank you, Tyrone, I'm so glad you found it and enjoyed this trip back to a special time in recording history. I've got a follow up planned shortly please stay tuned!
