What LP are You Spinning?

[Chris D]

Ah, yes, good stuff there. I used to be woken up every day in military basic training to "Welcome to the Jungle". That will get your blood pumping, let me tell ya.

[Bob]

What label is the Clapton box set?

[exojam]

Reprise Records.

[exojam]

I just ordered the below albums. Really looking forward to the Ozzy.

Ozzy Osboune – Diary of a Madman
Genesis – Abacab
Rush – Signals
Rush – Moving Pictures

[wkhanna]

looks like you'll be 'rock'n', exojam!

Some of my recent aquisitions this past weekend, which btw, was 'national record store day', or some such title.


I got the Ben Webster for $4 at Jerry's Records here in the 'Burgh'




The Hubbard and 'Trane were new pressings procured from another local store







Many like to 'poo poo' digital LP's, I however feel the same people are self-imposing censorship to some V good music. Yes, you can tell in most cases that there is a digital element to the SQ, but many of these recordings are are still of a high standard and encompass some of the best performances ever recorded. I feel the same way about mono LP's. Once you start listening to music you can easily forgive the slight differences.

The Telarc '1812' is not the SHQR (super high quality recording) that is infamous for the ruination of many a speaker belonging to unsuspecting and overzealous HiFi owners who failed to take notice of the warnings contained within the jackets, but this one still came with a 6" x 10" pink slip of paper that warns of the possibility of damaging ones precious 'movers of air'

[Chris D]

I actually have that version of the 1812 Overture!

I have a hard time finding a good version of the 1812. To really be done right, it has to have proper cannons, of course, and recorded properly. (not kettle drums, which are a good substitute for an indoor symphony live performance, so you don't blow holes in the wall) And then the triumphant march at the end with the ringing bells has to be juuuuuuuust right, too. Most renditions either rush through it WAY too fast, not giving it the proper respect, or just drag it out way too slow, making it boring.

One of my fondest memories growing up, and an annual tradition, was to go to the large city park in Colorado Springs every year on the 4th of July. There'd be the usual fun and American traditions throughout the day, with live music. Then after sunset, the Colorado Symphony would put on a live performance of a selection picked for that year, but the grand finale was always the 1812 Overture, complete with a real artillery platoon from neighboring Ft. Carson. Then the song would end with the fireworks show, which was spectacular.

I miss that terribly. TERRIBLY.

[Bob]

Love Ben Webster!! How is the album? I don't have that one.

[wkhanna]

Hey Bob!

This Webster is the first in a 2 LP (mono) set on the Circle Records label (CLP-41 & CLP-42) released in 1982 of an early 40's season in a NY studio with Oran ‘Hot Lips’ Page. During this time, Web was arriving at his ‘sound’ and this far pre-dates his Ellington and solo career. The individual ‘takes’ were direct to disc (each take on its own disc), a first for theat era, and then compiled from an archive of the originals for this series. Originally, they were compiled and released on 16" LP’s used by radio broadcasters due to their superior sonic quality.

This LP is a fascinating piece of the early history of Ben and the emergence of ‘modern jazz’, with exceptional fidelity given the era in which the music recorded.

[wkhanna]

AWB - Soul Searching

Just me and SWMBO (she who must be obeyed), our first meal of the Spring on the charcoal smoker, and some classic R&B to celebrate.

Good Stuff!

[shane2468]

About 20min ago, i was spinning Reactivate Vol 2-Phasers On Full.

[SoCalCM]

Picked up a used copy of Neil Young's "Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere" -- listened to it about 5 times in a row now.

[btf1980]

A good friend of mine has a pretty high end system, and he wanted me to hear the 45 rpm version of Giant Steps. This is an album I am very intimate with and know quite well. To say it blew my socks off is an understatement. My goodness, this is what it is all about. The lp just sounds gorgeous. I'm not one to use "audiophile" conjecture, but damn, all I can say is lush. I quickly went to the local record store and bought it, last copy too. Nice gatefold cover and everything.





Picked up a few other goodies while there also.

[Bob]

Nice! Very eclectic group of LP's. You obviously like blues to be willing to buy Elmore James and RL Burnside.

[btf1980]

Nice! Very eclectic group of LP's. You obviously like blues to be willing to buy Elmore James and RL Burnside.

Yes, big time Elmore James and RL Burnside fan.

It's a great time to be a vinyl aficionado. There is a lot of 45 rpm reissues coming in from Analogue Productions and Music Matters. All done by Kevin Gray and Steve Hoffman, but the price per. title is outrageous at $50 each. I will have to cherry pick which ones I get, and opt out for the SACD titles which are more reasonable at $30, though could be had for less from Amazon resellers and ebay.

[twitch54]

Are my eyes deceiving me or is your perf ring actually below your LP ?

[Bob]

Dave,
Your eyes aren't deceiving you. Sometimes, actually most of the time, I don't bother to take the ring off. If I see the record has any warp at all then I will put it over the record.

[Mike_Schmidt]

How about Metallica Black from the master tapes, and I had some Megadeth on tonight and some Mudvayne and oh Enya Watermark!!!

[Chris D]

Nice... was listening to some Apple Lossless Metallica Black and Megadeth during my workout today.

[btf1980]

Came home yesterday to start my weekend hard bop journey. Got quite a bit of the 45rpm blue note reissues mastered by Steve Hoffman and Kevin Gray. It's been great. :T





Also picked up a few other records.

[wkhanna]

Dude! I could be content for months if that was the only Jazz I had in house!

I have heard some of those 45 rpm BN’s, and while in some cases they don’t always measure up to the original pressing, they are by far the next best thing. They all sound fantastic. Your collection is one I truly envy.

I am anxious to hear how you like Melody Gardot. I discovered her about a year ago and she is now one of my top 3 favorite female jazz vocalists.

[jbreezy5]

This'll piss everyone off. I purchased a brand new, un-opened original pressing of Michael Jackson "Thriller" for $6.00 at my local used record store.

Even more maddening, I currently don't have a TT to play it!!

[btf1980]

Dude! I could be content for months if that was the only Jazz I had in house!

I have heard some of those 45 rpm BN’s, and while in some cases they don’t always measure up to the original pressing, they are by far the next best thing. They all sound fantastic. Your collection is one I truly envy.

I am anxious to hear how you like Melody Gardot. I discovered her about a year ago and she is now one of my top 3 favorite female jazz vocalists.

Trust me, these blue note reissues will be the only things i'll be splurging on. I have another bundle coming in the mail. I only spend money on records these days it seems, nothing else. Unlike a lot of collectors, I actually listen to my stuff.

I too discovered Melody Gardot a little over a year ago. I was at a local jazz club, and before the main act came on (Esperanza Spalding! A wonderful jazz bassist and vocalist) a few people were talking about this great girl singer who used singing as therapy after she got into a car accident. It was Melody Gardot. I bought her first CD, Worrisome Heart, and I thought it was great. She reminds me of a younger Patricia Barber, except she isn't just singing standards or lounge style songs. She has heartfelt emotion in her lyrics. A lot of people can sing, but very few can emote with vocals. She has a bright future ahead of her. The female jazz vocals scene has been stale for a few years with everyone trying to sound like Diana Krall.

[Mike_Schmidt]

Anyone pick up the new releases from Back To Black? I have quite a few and find they are very noisy more so than regular even after a cleaning with the nitty gritty which I wonder about. I will often listen to a disc, clean it and find no audio difference to the ticks and pops, or am I missing the point on something. Just curious to see what you guys think and how much solution do you use on the LP itself?

[wkhanna]

This'll piss everyone off. I purchased a brand new, un-opened original pressing of Michael Jackson "Thriller" for $6.00 at my local used record store.

Even more maddening, I currently don't have a TT to play it!!

Oh Yeah! I'm a little pissed, but you could just send that LP to me to make sure it's in good shape. I'll let you know how good it is and if it's even worth getting a TT to play it on.

[wkhanna]

Unlike a lot of collectors, I actually listen to my stuff..

Speaking words of wisdom!

She has a bright future ahead of her. The female jazz vocals scene has been stale for a few years with everyone trying to sound like Diana Krall.

Agreed 100%. It's great to have a new princes in the castle! I like the comparison to Patricia Barber, too.

[wkhanna]

Anyone pick up the new releases from Back To Black? I have quite a few and find they are very noisy more so than regular even after a cleaning with the nitty gritty which I wonder about. I will often listen to a disc, clean it and find no audio difference to the ticks and pops, or am I missing the point on something. Just curious to see what you guys think and how much solution do you use on the LP itself?

Hi Mike.

I use a VPI 16.5, which basically accomplishes the same thing as your NG. Vacuum is the key, IMHO.

Regardless, I have had a few new LP’s that sound like they came from the bottom of a Taco Bell dumpster, while at the same time have a ton used LP’s that look like they should never even be played unless you want to destroy your cart, but sound nearly pristine. The quality of some of the new pessing’s is questionable, and others have expressed having the same experiance. While I am not familiar with the specific LP you mention, purchasing a new, sealed LP is still not a guarantee of superb play-back quality.

AFA cleaning methods, I use the Audio Intelligent brand. I first spray the LP with enzyme cleaner and wipe with a Disc Dr. Pad. Vacuum, then a rinse with ultra-pure water and vacuum. This is followed by a spray with the AI surfactant cleaner and separate DD brush & vacuum. Then two more rinses/vacuums. Used LP’s most often improve significantly, and those that are especially grungy are given a second full cycle of cleaning.

New LPs always get one full cycle to remove the release agent that is chemically infused in the vinyl pellets and rises to the surface during molding.

When you encounter an LP that won’t improve with subsequent cleaning, it’s usually a sign of severe damage from mishandling or play with a worn/damaged stylus.

As always, JMHO & YMMV

[jbreezy5]

Oh Yeah! I'm a little pissed, but you could just send that LP to me to make sure it's in good shape. I'll let you know how good it is and if it's even worth getting a TT to play it on.

I guess I'll have to take my chances; wouldn't want to risk damage in shipping. hehe

[wkhanna]

Probably a good call.......but if you ever change your mind, I’ll cover the shipping!

[btf1980]

Rainy weekend in NYC, so the TT will get a killer workout. Latest haul.

2 45rpm lps by Coltrane - Ballads and Live At the Village Vanguard. Both mastered by Bernie Grundman. Nice gatefold covers. They sound incredible.




Some 45 RPM blue note remasters from Music Matters, as well as a 45rpm of Intensity by Art Pepper.

Music Matters titles
Tina Brooks - True Blue
Johnny Coles - Little Johnny C
Horace Parlan - Us Three
Freddie Hubbard - Here to Stay
Hank Mobley - Soul Station
Freddie Redd - Shades of Redd
Tina Brooks - Back to the Tracks





Also picked up a few other classic albums.

Max Roach - We Insist - Freedom Now Suite (180g Pure Pleasure Records)
Jazz Artists Guild (Led by Charles Mingus) - Newport Rebels (180g Pure Pleasure Records)
Dinah Washington - The Queen (180g Speakers Corner)
Dinah Washington - Swingin' Miss D (180g Speakers Corner)
Charles Mingus - Charles Mingus Presents (180g Pure Pleasure Records)
Booker Irvin - That's It (180g Pure Pleasure Records)

[wkhanna]

It's good to have a Jerry's

my latest haul from Jerry's Used Records in Pittsburgh.














Total damage ....$130

All the Coltrane and Miles are mint, pristine.

Of all 24 LP's only two have any damage that would cause me to look for replacements, I'll take them back for full credit when I find copies in better shape. Most of the Jazz came from a box that had not been stocked in the bins yet, and may have been part of a single collection.

BTW, the MJ was $4. Jerry has tons of them and the price did not change after MJ died. Jerry sold out the first day, but just went back to his warehouse and grabbed about 20 more.

[btf1980]

wkhanna, are all those original presses?

[wkhanna]

Most are, like the Dejavu, SOS, & Kenton, but not the KOB or Giant. The WSS was factory sealed.

[btf1980]

Been a busy weekend. We've been listening nonstop. Took some pics of colored vinyl spinning. Thought it looked nice. Haven't had this much fun listening to music.






In rotation now.

[Bob]

Wow! Great albums. It would be hard to not spend everynight listening until each and every one had been heard.
Espana to Burnside, very eclectic. The first burst of music on Espana has made people jump out of their seat in my listening room.
I have been meaning to pick up the Lightnin Hopkins album from AcousTech. How is it?

[wkhanna]

Thursday's grab from Jerry's

I have been on a Ramsey Lewis binge lately, I love the blues tone and gospel style melodies of his piano, and his rhythm section is by far one of the best ever assembled, IMHO.









My favorite of this latest $80 hall




And I picked this Art Pepper up from Elusive Disc earlier this week ( Yummy!) for $25 (ouch!).

[Johnloudb]

I'll have to look for some Ramsey Lewis. Sounds good. So, how many records you have in your collection now ... if you don't mind me asking?

[wkhanna]

I got my turntable (my first) last April.
Since then I have aquired nearly 500 LP's.

[btf1980]

Wow! Great albums. It would be hard to not spend everynight listening until each and every one had been heard.
Espana to Burnside, very eclectic. The first burst of music on Espana has made people jump out of their seat in my listening room.
I have been meaning to pick up the Lightnin Hopkins album from AcousTech. How is it?

The Lightnin Hopkins lp is stellar. Dead queit, no ticks or pops, just lovely. :T

[btf1980]

Latest haul.

Lee Morgan - Candy - 45 RPM (Music Matters)
Dexter Gordon - Doin' Allright - 45 RPM (Music Matters)
John Coltrane - Blue Train - 45 RPM (Analog Productions)
Dexter Gordon - Go - 45 RPM (Analog Productions)
Ike Quebec - It Might As Well Be Spring - 45 RPM (Analog Productions)
Miles Davis All Stars - Walkin' - 45 RPM (Analog Productions)
Sonny Rollins - Sonny Rollins & The Contemporary Leaders - 45 RPM (Analog Productions)
Miles Davis - Miles Davis & The Modern Jazz Giants - 45 RPM (Analog Productions)
John Patton - Along Came John - 45 RPM (Analog Productions)
Jackie Mclean - Jackie's Bag - 45 RPM (Analog Productions)
Junior Wells - Hoodoo Man Blues - 45 RPM (Analogue Productions)
Muddy Waters - Folk Singer - 200 gram (Classic Records) (2nd copy)
Louis Armstrong - Satchmo Plays King Oliver - 200 gram (Classic Records)
Patricia Barber - Live A Forthnight in France - 200 gram (Classic Records)
Susan Tedeschi - Just Won't Burn - 180 gram - (Analog Productions)
Sonny Rollins What's New - 180 gram - (Pure Pleasure)

[wkhanna]

Geez, btf, that is one lovely grouping you have there.
It amazes me how similar our taste in music is!
I need to know how you like the live Patricia Barber.
Those 45 rpm AP's must sound absolutely gorgeous!

One of your previous pics shows a colored Columbia 6-eye.....I never knew of colored 6-eyes before, what LP is it?

BTW, Happy belated D-day, too!

[wkhanna]

I'll have to look for some Ramsey Lewis. Sounds good.

I have 8 RL LP's, but I could not live without these two.

[Johnloudb]

Thanks Bill, I'll try to find those records.

Well you're a step ahead of us in your LP collection. We now have about 470, but we had with about 350 LPs a year ago. I wish my dad was more into records. All he cares about is DVDs, Blurays, and sometimes CDs. I'm too embarrassed to tell you how many DVD/Blurays he has, but he may watch 1/100 of his collection in his lifetime. It's disgusting.

The two top shelves are LPs. Two years ago my cousin built this record cabinet that I designed. He does kitchen cabinets for a living. He did a great job, I'm really happy with it.

[wkhanna]

I was going to comment on your shelves, they are beautiful!
Having a cabinetmaker in the family must be convenient when your building speakers. :W

I got my tall shelf unit from the local Ikea store in their scratch&dent room. I modified one of the shelves with roller bearing sliders so I could store my RCM. When I need clean an LP, the entire unit slides out for easy access.

I would say we are about even on our counts, and I see a what appear to be a nice collection of classical box-sets on the right hand side. Very nice! Do you have an RCM? Are your Dad’s LP’s in good shape? I seem to remember you saying a while ago he had an extensive classical library.

[btf1980]

Geez, btf, that is one lovely grouping you have there.
It amazes me how similar our taste in music is!
I need to know how you like the live Patricia Barber.
Those 45 rpm AP's must sound absolutely gorgeous!

One of your previous pics shows a colored Columbia 6-eye.....I never knew of colored 6-eyes before, what LP is it?

BTW, Happy belated D-day, too!

Thanks!

The 45 rpms do sound gorgeous. I have no problem getting up every 10 minutes to turn it over. It actually makes me listen more attentively. The Patricia Barber lp is sounds great.

The blue columbia lp is the special edition of the 180gram Miles Davis' Kind of Blue. It looks pretty, but I prefer Classic Records 200 gram version. There was some surface noise and a few ticks on the colored vinyl version.

[Alaric]

Currently BTO's Not Fragile , circa 1971. Scratches , hisses , crackles , and pops not withstanding , a fantastic album. Randy Bachman and C.F. Turner ripped into the 70s with a large pair.