Mono White Album on Compact Disc

I've been a Beatles collector for the last eight years, one thing that keeps eluding me is the mono version of the White Album. I know I can obtain the vinyl on Ebay, but I'm interested in finding a cd (official of ROIO, I don't think the mono white album was ever officially released on cd). Does anyone know where I could obtain a copy of this?

Thanks for any information!

 

Hi PL, these are available at times on Ebay although they're not legit.

As you said it was never officially released in a mono form.

What's ROIO??? I'm a little slow with some of these acyronyms.

mud-

 

Recording Of Illegitimate Origin.

 

Thanks, Sam!

mud-

 

I bought a Japanese numbered edition for $100 back in '94 which is stunning.
The -exact- same packaging from the glossy top opening sleeve to the black inners, poster and pics. Only thing was the discs said Apple but there was no green logo. However, the sound was absolutely top notch and I doubt if it could really be improved without modern remixing, and even that would come up short somehow, I'm certain.
It's come out in double jewel boxes as well but I have no idea if they sound as good.
I say look for the one I got...who knows? You may get it at a better price! (However, I'm not complaining, this version is one of the best 'underground' cds I've ever bought, and I've bought plenty)

 

I saw a double boot a while back that was made to look like a MoFi gold disc, with the banner across the top reading "Original Monaural Recording." I debated picking it up, but I felt $30 was pricey. I probably should have given it a listen, but I didn't.

 

Another great source for the mono White Album (and the rest of the mono albums) is the Japanese Another Phase box set. It contains the first four albums in stereo, everything between Help and Yellow Subamarine in mono and a bonus disc of A Collection of Beatles Oldies (can't remember if it is mono or stereo). Every disc is sourced (if I remember correctly) from the commercially available EMI reel-to-reel tapes and comes in its own individual sleeve and it is housed in a black flip-top box that replicates the currently available Singles Collection and EP Collection. It is so well done that to the casual buyer (and even a seasoned collector), it looks as if it could be a legitimate set.

 

Hi,

I have all the mono Beatles as described above. IMO, they are very nice and worth the price of admission!

-Jeffrey

 

I have the "Another Phase" box. It's a great package.

There was a re-issue with a bonus disc: The Hollywood Bowl.

In additon these exist:

Beat Version
Dr Ebbetts
Millenium Edition

mud-

 

I wish they had issued that for the 30th anniversary, instead of the same ol' remaster albeit in different packaging.

Brian

 

All the WA boots from the Beat Label onwards are of decent quality...

 

I have the Beat version and I'm pretty content with it. It's better than no copy at all. I usually put the stereo version on anyway.

I haven't heard any others though.

 

The Beat's Cee Dee on top end of the pile...and a silver disc at that! I usually spin that one when I'm in a mono White mood.

 

Shoulda went for it.

I paid $50 for mine and I've never regretted it.

Sound is top notch and EMI will probably never reissue it.

 

Is it true 'The Beatles White Album' is the best Beatles album?

I'm going to buy 'Beatles #1' compilation but I not sure is it worth it or not.

 

They are ALL worth it in my opinion!!!!!

 

"Best" is very subjecive...The Whte Album is a great album...It all matters what Beatles time period you were exposed to first, as that era will hold a special place in your heart. I was exposed at the age of 10 and never recovered! LOL! Every album is great to me...You really can't go wrong with any Beatles album. Beatles 1 is not the greatest sounding Cee Dee...The song content is fine. The Red and Blue Cee Dee's are also good!

 

If you are going to purchase your first Beatles record, then I suggest Beatles 1. You will get a taste of all periods of their music and then you can branch out from there. Even better than Beatles 1 for a new fan would be the red (1962-1966) and blue (1967-1970) double cd sets if they fit your budget.

 

What about Past Masters Vol 1 and 2? You'd get all the songs that aren't on any of the regular albums so if you wanted more albums there wouldn't be any overlaps, unlike the Red/Blue collections. Plus the sound is better than Beatles 1.

 

Yes I agree, that's also a great choice! I wasn't sure if they're still in print? I got mine with that Black Roll Top Dinosaur box years back...Definite key songs on those and yes...good sound what Beatles 1 should've sounded like!.

 

I just checked amazon and they're still listed.

 

I've always heard ROIO stood for

Recording
Of
Indeterminate
Origin

A bit more plausible denial, I guess.

 

The Mirror Spock CDs are the best, afaik

Getting back to the topic of this thread, what is yer favorite Mono White Album on CD, the Mirror Spock set is about the only one I listen to anymore, because it sounds better than the others I have. At least, that's mho!

FFF

 

I always thought it was record of indescriminate origin.

I have the Dr. Ebbett's and the Millenium Remasters mono White Album. I didnt know Mirrorspock had one out. I like the MR version myself. I really dont listen to the mono version that much though. It is worth having, but I like the stereo better. Then again, Savoy Truffle is my favorite song on the whole album. The stereo mix is just better on most songs to me. Pepper on the other hand is a must have in mono and stereo.

If I were starting over with Beatles, the Yellow Submarine Songtrack would be the first purchase. The sound on this disc is great and it has some great songs. 1967-1970 is worth having as is Past Masters 1 and 2. After that, Sgt. Pepper, Revolver, Rubber Soul, and MMT. After that Abbey Road and Let It Be, then the early stuff. That is just the way I would buy it.