Pick Up Review
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Bridge Over Troubled Water [Limited Release] [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)]Simon & GarfunkelAmazing mastering TechnologyI knew what I was getting I didn't know it will make me feel this good. I work hard putting together my audiophile system, today it paid me dividends. This SACD release is simply luxurious and finally I can say money well spent. The best sounding Bridge over troubled water ever. I am sorry to report that the wait time is now up to 4 weeks. Highly recommended to audiophiles around the world.
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Bridge Over Troubled Water [Limited Release] [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)]Simon & GarfunkelBest Sounding Release Of This AlbumA great release and the best sounding version to date. I have always been disappointed with the production of this album and felt it fell well short of their earlier albums such as Bookends. However, this version sounds as good as it ever will be. The 7 inch sleeve and other inclusions are bonuses.
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Schumann: Complete Symphonies, Overture to the Theatre Music "Manfred", Overture, Scherzo and Finale (2025 Mastering) [Tower Records Limited] [SACD Hybrid]Wolfgang Sawallisch, Staatskapelle DresdenNewly remastered classicThis new remastering for SACD delivers these classic, but energetic accounts of Schumann's symphonies in possibly the best way sound-wise.
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Shostakovich: Symphonies No.10 & No.15 [SHM-SACD] [Limited Release]Bernard Haitink (conductor)Another SHM-SACD to haveAs with the parallel released SHM-SACD featuring the 4th symphony, this album also benefits from the new DSD remastering. Stunning sound, you wouldn't guess that these recordings are almost 50 years old. A real gem of the late analogue DECCA catalogue.
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Shostakovich: Symphony No.4 [SHM-SACD] [Limited Release]Bernard Haitink (conductor)Glorious sound - challenging workI listened to the SHM-SACD UCGD-9122 with Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 4, performed by Bernard Haitink and the London Philharmonic Orchestra. This recording has always been powerful, but the new remastering by UK ClassicSound makes it shine even more. The sound is clear, rich, and very detailed. I could hear the orchestra with great depth, from the quiet passages to the huge climaxes. The performance itself is strong and dramatic, and while the symphony is far from easy-listening—it is a complex and demanding work—the excellent sound quality allows me to appreciate its full intensity.
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Bridge Over Troubled Water [Limited Release] [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)]Simon & GarfunkelOutstandingI have many versions of this album on vinyl and CD and this is the finest one yet. Sound and packaging. Roy Halee‘s production shines!
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Acoustic Weather ReportMakoto Kuriya, Koichi Osamu, Hiroyuki NoritakeThe acoustic version's different & greatI was excited to see what a jazz piano trio arrangement of fusion music would sound like. Even if you're not familiar with Weather Report, I think this arrangement is enjoyable enough. Makoto Kuriya's piano sound is clear and powerful. Koichi Osamu's thick, heavy, and powerful bass. Hiroyuki Noritake's drums are surprisingly vivid. I'd love to see more jazz and fusion sounds like this...
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Acoustic Weather Report 2Makoto Kuriya, Koichi Osamu, Hiroyuki NoritakeAcoustic version is goodThere are artists who play the Weather Report like this!! It's too great. I was surprised. The tension of the performance is great, but there is another arrangement.
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Bridge Over Troubled Water [Limited Release] [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)]Simon & GarfunkelBridge over troubled water SACDWonderful sounding disc very holographic. Rather not have the bonus live tracks though…The album is a true classic and the bonus live tracks of poorer sound quality really are not needed.
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Travels [SHM-SACD]Pat Metheny GroupThis is ONE OF THE BEST live albumsTravels is a MASTERPIECE of the highest order. It offers the listener a complete experience in free form, space, ambient and world jazz. While never being heavy or distorted and always relying on his trademark guitar synth, the music is ALWAYS progressive and quite angular at times. Even though the songs on Travels can be found on other CDs in their original, studio renditions, the versions on this live recording are BETTER than their studio counterparts; even the transcendental "Are You Going With Me" blows away the sterile studio version. I recommend this album to ALL progressive music fans. It's mellower than your modern day prog and nothing like the jazz fusion of the 1970s. Yet, it's equally intense and offers an emotional lift that I've found in few recordings.
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Jazz, Bossa and Reflections Vol. 1 [Limited Release]V.A.Great jazz album of the classic tracksA great album featuring lots of classic jazz tracks with very good sound quality. A great album to chill out with!
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Fish Out Of Water [Limited Edition]
Chris SquireFish Out Of Water [Limited Edition]Chris SquireExcellentVery good album. I like it a lot and I recommend it to others as well. Sound is very good and enjoyable to listen to.
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Air Conditioning [Limited Edition]
Curved AirAir Conditioning [Limited Edition]Curved AirExcellentI like Curved Air a lot. Good old music. I recommend to everyone. It has good sound and really enjoyable to listen to.
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Air Cut [Limited Edition]
Curved AirAir Cut [Limited Edition]Curved AirExcellentI like Curved Air a lot. Very good old band and female solo singer. I recommend to others as well. Sound is good.
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The Golden Love Sounds Paul Mauriat 100th AnniversaryPaul MauriatMind blowing sound qualityIn this world of change SACD remains constant. This is my go-to source for all things audiophile music. In regard to "The Golden Love Sounds. This 100th anniversary SACD is the epitome of perfection. Powerful, articulate, crystal clear sound flawless mastering with bone-chilling sound quality. This is a must have for any serious audiophile and comes highly recommended.
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The Singles 1969-1973 [SHM-SACD]CarpentersExcellent SACDThis is a special album because Karen is gone and i want to remember her. SACD gives me the best sound ever. A must have in your collection.
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The Girl from Ipanema [SACD Hybrid]Grace MahyaJazzy and oh so sweetThis my favorite of her collection. I especially like the Brazilian flavor and i play at nights in my studio.
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I Put a Spell on You [SHM-SACD] [Limited Release] [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)]Nina SimoneGreat piece of historyStudio engineering is excellent. This high resolution release captures a sound and spirit of an early piece of soul vocal history. This is the version you need in your collection.
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Body & Soul [SHM-SACD] [Limited Release] [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)]Billie HolidayBeautiful Billie Holiday sacd releaseLovely card sleeve presented with SHM SACD. The sound quality is sublime and ooh that wonderful voice. Highly recommend this release and will enjoy listening to it again..
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Wheels Of Fire [SHM-SACD]CreamGood old stuffThe Cream on a superb audio CD, which certainly sounds good for recordings from that era. Clear sound and fantastic guitar work from Clapton, drumming from Baker, and vocals with bass guitar from Bruce. I already had the remastered releases, but I think the SACD adds a little more, even if it's minimal.
