Some of my BN80s are quieter than some of my MMJs. I've never had to return a BN80 and I've had to ask MMJ for several replacements. I will admit that when the MMJs are good, they're the best. But everything comes at a cost and frankly, I welcome a cheaper, more readily available product that is also of high quality.
If you hate complaining why not say something positive? I for one am very excited about the series and will be filling quite a few holes.
Lighten up. It was tongue-in-cheek (sort of). But for what's it's worth I have spent plenty of time making positive contributions to such threads in the past. I'm happy for the series. It's a great opportunity for those who missed out on the MMJ series, and it's pretty much an essential list of titles.
Yes there were some interviews that said it could go on for years. They have already finished mastering for some 2021 releases.
Wow and flutter, etc. Tape Speed Issues - Blue Note Classic Vinyl Reissue Series vinyl LP problems - part 7 page 49
I, for one, am so glad for the 80th series, the tone poets, and the newly announced classic series. (I also own some Music Matters releases but they number in the single digits.) I am selling parts of my vinyl collection to keep up with these blue note releases because it’s all I listen to of late.
I played mine tonight too, it's bad. There's at least 7 in this series I want to upgrade from a 2008 Treasures of Blue Note or a 2014 BN75 pressing.
I am excited about this reissue series too, but count me in with those who wish these could have nicer jackets too. These are such top titles they deserve the great packaging I would certainly be willing to pay more as well.
I have an old copy of this but will be doubling up to have a mint one. His best album! And for this price...
This is great news. Its good to see Blue Note re-claim their catalog in this way. Affordable and audiophile in a reasonable balance.
I have the MMJ45. It's a Kevin Gray/Coherent remaster. The album is a gem of the BN catalog and KG did an ace job. I might get this one from the new series, as well as the Jimmy Smith and the Freddie Hubbard, just to have 33RPM versions. I generally prefer playing 33s, even if the 45s have the edge on SQ. Otherwise, I have the old EMI/Pathe Marconi reissue of The Real McCoy, which I aquired when it came out. It's not terrible, but still a far cry from KG's version.
Even though i will buy probably all of these because i am new to jazz LP (been a cd guy forever but jazz on lp just makes sense and i finally have my setup going in our new house), im disappointed by the jacket choice. i havent gotten any of the BN80, but have gotten about 8 Tone Poets recently and love the sound and presentation. I have a Freddie Hubbard bn80 coming tomorrow, but from what people say about the jacket ill probably be disappointed. I definitely think a tip ok jacket would be appropriate, doesnt have to be a gatefold like TP. The Gil Evans TP isnt a gatefold and is still wonderfunl. but hey ill buy them all to have them since MMJ is out of price range.
Yeah, BN uses cheap, thin jackets. The Stoughton tip-on jackets used by MMJ, TP, AP, etc. are expensive but I prefer them and am happy to pay a moderate premium for them, gatefold or not
I am so jealous of you getting to experience for the first time on vinyl. We moved to a “new” house 3 years ago but it just feels like a downgrade...and now we have two kids. Everyone is home because of Covid...little vinyl time. I have all the MMJ SRX and I just feel like a collector. Enjoy these!
i will find out tomorrow when Hub-Tones arrives. And yes the gatefolds are chunky and truly unnecessary becaus they have just a couple extra pics. Id be perfectly happy with single pocket tip on jacket.
