Sound Quality Shootout Somethin’ Else 

The Kevin Gray Blue Note pressing is fantastic!

One of my very favorite jazz records. I had the OJC Blue Note release and sold it as soon as I got the One Step. It was unbelievably clear and better in just about every way. Good review-thanks. I don't keep multiple versions of the same record, just the best sounding one, so I guess I am not a "collector". My opinion is just going to the 45 format alone improves the sound quality, and in this case the improvement goes well beyond that. Not crazy about spending $125 for a record, but I'll splurge if I don't have a very high end copy already and the record is a top favorite. For example, I have the Kind of Blue Mofi 45 box set and didn't splurge for the UHQR at $150 (plus shipping which is more than double the price).I am sure the UHQR is a little better, but from the reviews I've seen, not a night and day difference.

Thanks guys. This was a very helpful review.

I just found a first 1958 OG of this record today. It is VG cover, VG+ record . How amazing that you and your brother did this shoot out today.

I definitely get the bright/harshness on the Classic series that is a bit of a turnoff even with a tube pre and amp setup. It almost comes across as "hiss" on the right channel along with the drum brushing... Might have to take a swing at the MoFi release at some point.

What about the "Music Matters SRX", heard its one of the best pressings out there!

You guys didn't mention the 1995 "Classic Records" release mastered by Bernie Grundman, don't know if you're aware of that pressing. I have it and it sounds fantastic, a reference to be sure.

Is there a link with the description of your brother's two systems used? I mean I see the Vandy speakers flanking you but I can't make out the turntable in the cubby hole behind you. It's either a vintage table or a modern Technics. I can't really tell. Please list the cartridges and phono stages used as well. Thanks.

Who's the wise guy on the right?!

I have the classic Gray version that is 26 dollars and it’s fantastic!! There’s really no reason to spend 150 bucks on the Mobile version These reviews tend to pick the newer and more expensive versions They need a blindfold test to really make a decision!!

on my equipment Blue Note classics sounds better, piano rendition, bass, treble, soundstage, I just hate paper like muted bass on MoFI also treble are not so great and I hear more there from Classic I also have MM pressing and it is tad better and classic sounds close to it, I have Hana Umami Blue mounted on VPI table and all Ayre equipment

Isn’t the MoFi a Digital source, that sure effects things.

While I know this is a giant album, I’m disappointed in it, personally. I started getting into jazz with a purpose about 5-6 years ago. I bought mediocre pressings of some the essentials, like KIND OF BLUE, MOANIN, TIME OUT, BLUE TRAIN and ALS, and SOMETHIN ELSE. Over the years, I’ve upgraded my copies (UHQR, Classic, AP-45, Tone Poet) and have dug deep into these six records. I’ve come to more or less love 5/6, but I finally pulled SOMETHIN ELSE because it just never grabbed me, despite my knowing it’s a clandestine classic Miles album. I wish it wasn’t the case. The reason why I watched hoping someone would finally unlike the secret of this album for me, but I guess you already have to love it.

The Mo-Fi is also a digital one step, which is exactly why i won't buy it. Anything Kevin Gray masters is amazing especially if its mastered in his lab at Coherent Audio.

Good Video!! BUT: Your voices are screaming like Aliens. Thats NOT Sound Quality. Are there USB-Microphones?