Most compilations seem to use the single edit rather than the LP version, and unfortunately the LP was never released on CD until Rhino did it in...
I did search the forum but there doesn't seem to be much comparison that includes the last few reissues. I have the 2020 green translucent that I...
Pete Townshend Preps Half Speed Masters For Two Classic Albums
Currently I am in the mood (again) to listen to the first 3 albums from my 2001 AKARMA CD box set. The sound is very similar to the early 90s...
My comparison of an early blue face disc and the Japanese black triangle one: Peter Gabriel - Best Digital Masterings? I prefer the blue face...
So I was in a Bill Evans mood today and I felt like comparing and contrasting the OJC CD, OJC LP, Japan Victor CD and the XRCD of "Explorations,"...
...forum think about their favorite Elvis on CD releases and the best mastering!? Off hand, some of my favorite are: Elvis Presley Elvis Loving...
CD. I have the show on the Vegas box but, from what I've heard and read, this is the best mix and mastering, as you confirm.
Who else likes the light blue mastering on CD the best? I haven't done any detailed comparisons, but on its own, it sounds really good, I think.
...& go through every recording & create the abbasolute best mastering of them to the point where nothing will ever be needed done to those...
For me the Best Duke edition is that One from Atlantic US mastering by Barry Diament in reverse channels. Simply Superb edition... Atlantic US...
Did Steve master the Buddy Holly Greatest Hits CD? Buddy Holly - The Best Of Buddy Holly Url: Buddy Holly - The Best Of Buddy Holly Shared...
Agreed! For the other albums, I prefer the MFSL SACDs.
Looks like you started a thread on this already. :) Perhaps the older thread should be reopened. Best Mastering by Steve Hoffman
I discovered The Stooges with the early 80's Elektra No Fun best of the 2 albums , simply amazing...
Best CD Mastering Of The Entire Catalogue Of The Beatles...As Of Late 2023
im sorry I forgot about it, also that thread is closed
Carries the light blue mastering. (which is my favorite)
Nobody really needs that Dolby Atmos stuff for old stereo mixes. Simply master them properly and you are done.
I concur. It is a travesty that most of the masterings and pressing are sub par.
Thanks - I forgot to add - any views on best SQ of "One of These Nights"?
Isn't this the best by default for finally using the original single masters? The Complete Singles
In my opinion Nimbus masterings, EMI Swindon, Barry Diament masterings and Steve Hoffman's masterings have the best CD sound pressings. Not loud,...
Michael is turning 80 this year and has suffered a stroke.
If I’m not mistaken, CTA was from a copy with an issue. The masters were used for the Mastersound CD, Group Portrait, and the MFSL releases.
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