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Post by dysan on Jul 31, 2022 7:27:25 GMT
My question, are these 96/24 or is their source 96/24? If it is the latter there isn't much difference than the orb or any other format. Having the two DVD audio releases from 2002-2003 I can certainly say that the stereo mix in 96/24 is great especially on The Game. ANATO has a improvements on 5.1 in 2005. Some of the actual content in the 5.1 mix is different though, no? I remember specifically that this high "call your oooowwn" in Good Company isn't in the surround mix. Variations like that make me immediately rule it out. Agreed. It's important to differentiate between the highest quality audio available and what are the nearest digital releases to the original master recordings that were released initially. There is little overlap. I still stand by the first CD issues, be they Japanese, Eletkra or whatever. Less third party mucking around on them. It's probably a mind trick, but works for me
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Post by macduff77 on Jul 31, 2022 15:31:14 GMT
Oh, interesting. I was always under the impression the vinyl releases were the same remaster used on the 2011 CD releases.
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Post by cmi on Aug 1, 2022 6:08:42 GMT
Bob Ludwig is a liar. A lot of false statements from him in the article.
Bob Lugwig did a weak restoration/mastering job of Queen catalogue in 2011. Some nice analogue-to-digital transfers of this campaign were destroyed by the dynamic compression and innacurate restoration work.
For me it would be great to release flat transfers in 24/96 whithout Ludwig's hands over them.
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Post by velizar on Aug 1, 2022 6:15:45 GMT
The EQ on his remasters is fine. But once again, the brickwalling...
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Post by Dimitris on Aug 1, 2022 11:42:43 GMT
Bob Ludwig is a liar. A lot of false statements from him in the article. Bob Lugwig did a weak restoration/mastering job of Queen catalogue in 2011. Some nice analogue-to-digital transfers of this campaign were destroyed by the dynamic compression and innacurate restoration work. For me it would be great to release flat transfers in 24/96 whithout Ludwig's hands over them. Very interesting, could you give some information? I don't have a doubt about what are you saying. You are very good at your work. That why I am asking to give some information. Also I am wondering why Brian had Bob Ludwig for his series. Maybe there are many factors.
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Post by cmi on Aug 1, 2022 13:04:29 GMT
1. The whole article is just pretense that all the work was done exclusively for this 2015 FANTASTIC colour vinyl LP set which you must buy immideately. But it wasn't.
Remastering of Queen catalogue by Bob Ludwig & Co. was done in 2009-2010 for 2011 CD reissue campaign. The same remastering product (dynamically compressed/spoiled) in 24/96 was later used for vinyl production. What was done in 2015 for vinyl production is just a technical adaptation of these 2011 'masters' for the vinyl medium.
2. Unfortunately a lot of musicians don't care about the quality of the sound and don't know main aspects of mastering. I think this sweet legend that BM & RT chosen BL for this project is just a trick for promotion, commercial decision or they just chosen louder mastering (the louder-the better).
3. Yes, some spectral editing was done in several places. But not that much as they told about it. I did a lot of that kind of restoration even on their 2011 masters afterwards.
4. It's just an essential lies: "In fact, for most of the albums there is no compression used at all.” Queen was interested in retaining the dynamics of the original cuts as much as possible. Compression is not always a bad word, though, it’s often the heart of rock’n’roll, “Believe me, when they were originally mixing these Queen records they sure spared no expense with those compressors!” confirmed Ludwig “But having done their artistic thing, the music was then left the way it was. We haven’t then smashed the music to death as many contemporary things have done.”
5. Several albums were not spoiled by hudge limiting/compression (1973-1977 and FG). All other albums are a garbage in terms of dynamics.
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Post by straycatbeatles on Aug 1, 2022 18:18:52 GMT
This is what I have so far. I used to own most of the Hollywood CDs but sold them off thinking I could find better; hoping I can expand this collection to include the rest of the albums. Queen [2011 Remaster] Queen II [2011 Remaster] Sheer Heart Attack [CDP 7 46206 2] A Night At The Opera [2011 Remaster] A Day At The Races [2011 Remaster] Live Killers [HR-61066-2, I doubt this album would sound that much better anywhere else] Greatest Hits [CDP 7 46033 2] The Works [CDP 7 46016 2, Capitol pressing] The Miracle [CDP 7 92357 2] Innuendo [HR-61020-2] Made In Heaven [HR-62017-2] My plan so far is to keep the first five albums as they are, and get the original CD pressings of the last five albums (just need A Kind Of Magic), now I need help with the middle five. I acquired The Game through the Elektra CD (pretty cheap too!). I think it's good for what it is, only having the 1991 Hollywood CD for comparison. Any help for News Of The World and/or Jazz? I assume the 1986 CD is the way to go but there might be a better alternative...
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Post by The Real Wizard on Aug 2, 2022 2:22:50 GMT
Remastering of Queen catalogue by Bob Ludwig & Co. was done in 2009-2010 for 2011 CD reissue campaign. The same remastering product (dynamically compressed/spoiled) in 24/96 was later used for vinyl production. What was done in 2015 for vinyl production is just a technical adaptation of these 2011 'masters' for the vinyl medium. Are you sure it wasn't mastered differently for vinyl ?
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Post by cmi on Aug 2, 2022 7:10:52 GMT
Remastering of Queen catalogue by Bob Ludwig & Co. was done in 2009-2010 for 2011 CD reissue campaign. The same remastering product (dynamically compressed/spoiled) in 24/96 was later used for vinyl production. What was done in 2015 for vinyl production is just a technical adaptation of these 2011 'masters' for the vinyl medium. Are you sure it wasn't mastered differently for vinyl ? I must admit that I was partially wrong with my statements. I just re-checked 'Studio Collection' vinyl rips with more accuracy and compared them to 2011 digital remasters on CD or hi-res files for some albums. First of all, every vinyl production needs special 'additional' mastering work because of specifics/limitations of this medium. I call it here an 'adaptation'. They used the same 2009-2010 limited/compressed bulk of their work for vinyl production featuring additional more agressive de-essing and some filters which masks the brickwalled waveform of the bulk in addition. What I have found strange is that 'Good Company' 2005/2011 remaster has almost dead silence after the intro. But 2015 vinyl rip doesn't have this 'repairation'. So they probably revisited some previous (wrong) decisions for some tracks.
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Post by macduff77 on Aug 2, 2022 16:10:40 GMT
I did not buy the Studio Collection coloured box set, but ended up buying all the standalone 2015 releases on black vinyl. Do you know if these are the same remasters as used in the Studio Collection? I would assume, yes? I must admit that I was partially wrong with my statements. I just re-checked 'Studio Collection' vinyl rips with more accuracy and compared them to 2011 digital remasters on CD or hi-res files for some albums. First of all, every vinyl production needs special 'additional' mastering work because of specifics/limitations of this medium. I call it here an 'adaptation'. They used the same 2009-2010 limited/compressed bulk of their work for vinyl production featuring additional more agressive de-essing and some filters which masks the brickwalled waveform of the bulk in addition. What I have found strange is that 'Good Company' 2005/2011 remaster has almost dead silence after the intro. But 2015 vinyl rip doesn't have this 'repairation'. So they probably revisited some previous (wrong) decisions for some tracks.
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Post by cmi on Aug 2, 2022 16:16:08 GMT
I did not buy the Studio Collection coloured box set, but ended up buying all the standalone 2015 releases on black vinyl. Do you know if these are the same remasters as used in the Studio Collection? I would assume, yes? Yes, of course.
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Post by rub3945 on Aug 13, 2022 9:38:12 GMT
This is what I have so far. I used to own most of the Hollywood CDs but sold them off thinking I could find better; hoping I can expand this collection to include the rest of the albums. Queen [2011 Remaster] Queen II [2011 Remaster] Sheer Heart Attack [CDP 7 46206 2] A Night At The Opera [2011 Remaster] A Day At The Races [2011 Remaster] Live Killers [HR-61066-2, I doubt this album would sound that much better anywhere else] Greatest Hits [CDP 7 46033 2] The Works [CDP 7 46016 2, Capitol pressing] The Miracle [CDP 7 92357 2] Innuendo [HR-61020-2] Made In Heaven [HR-62017-2] My plan so far is to keep the first five albums as they are, and get the original CD pressings of the last five albums (just need A Kind Of Magic), now I need help with the middle five. I acquired The Game through the Elektra CD (pretty cheap too!). I think it's good for what it is, only having the 1991 Hollywood CD for comparison. Any help for News Of The World and/or Jazz? I assume the 1986 CD is the way to go but there might be a better alternative... My go-to versions are the Elektra CD for News Of The World and the 1986 CD for Jazz 👍
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Post by straycatbeatles on Dec 4, 2022 22:43:23 GMT
This is what I have so far. I used to own most of the Hollywood CDs but sold them off thinking I could find better; hoping I can expand this collection to include the rest of the albums. Queen [2011 Remaster] Queen II [2011 Remaster] Sheer Heart Attack [CDP 7 46206 2] A Night At The Opera [2011 Remaster] A Day At The Races [2011 Remaster] Live Killers [HR-61066-2, I doubt this album would sound that much better anywhere else] Greatest Hits [CDP 7 46033 2] The Works [CDP 7 46016 2, Capitol pressing] The Miracle [CDP 7 92357 2] Innuendo [HR-61020-2] Made In Heaven [HR-62017-2] My plan so far is to keep the first five albums as they are, and get the original CD pressings of the last five albums (just need A Kind Of Magic), now I need help with the middle five. Revising my original list with new notes, Queen [2011 Remaster] Queen II [2011 Remaster] - I heard the original EMI for these two albums, and I believe the source (at least for Queen II) is better on the 2011, despite the limiting added. The s/t is about on equal footing with the EMI, but I slightly prefered the 2011. Sheer Heart Attack [EMI CDP] - Nothing changed for this one. A Night At The Opera [DCC] - The DCC and the MFSL have pretty similar EQ, but it's a bit nicer on the DCC. The 30th/2011 would be my third choice. A Day At The Races [MFSL] - I go back and forth between this and the 2011, right now my favorite is the MoFi. They both have their pros and cons. News Of The World [N/A] - This one I don't have anything marked, because I only have a rip of the Target CD atm, but I'm getting the EMI delivered in a few days, so I'll compare the two when I can. Jazz [N/A] - Considering the 2011 for Jazz, heard it was one of the better efforts from this reissue campaign. Hope it is the case, it is my favorite album from them... The Game [Elektra Target] - Despite some of its faults, I'm pretty happy with this one. I'd probably buy the EMI for comparisons. Flash Gordon [N/A] - As with Jazz. Hot Space [N/A] - Considering rebuying the old Hollywood CD for this one, I relistened to the rip I had and I enjoyed it quite a bit. I'll decide when I have the EMI for comparison The Works onward [EMI CDPs] - These are just the original pressings I've had for a while, they work fine for me. Also props to CMI for the extra content added onto the albums, it was the main reason I went and subscribed to the patreon! They really do a better job of showcasing everything than the bonus EPs did for the official reissues.
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Post by macduff77 on Dec 9, 2022 4:33:43 GMT
I’m still on the lookout for the NOTW Target CD - still haven’t found one in my price range. I did find The Game Target CD and quite enjoy it. Similar to the regular 80’s EMI release, but just more clearer and detailed. I’ve been enjoying Jazz EMI CD from the 80’s. Not as “loud” as the 2011, which I like. I’ve been toying around with the idea of trying Queen SACD discs. But they are expensive and I’d need a SACD Player for a 2 channel Stereo receiver (no HDMI input). Not sure if worth the effort and cost atm. Revising my original list with new notes, Queen [2011 Remaster] Queen II [2011 Remaster] - I heard the original EMI for these two albums, and I believe the source (at least for Queen II) is better on the 2011, despite the limiting added. The s/t is about on equal footing with the EMI, but I slightly prefered the 2011. Sheer Heart Attack [EMI CDP] - Nothing changed for this one. A Night At The Opera [DCC] - The DCC and the MFSL have pretty similar EQ, but it's a bit nicer on the DCC. The 30th/2011 would be my third choice. A Day At The Races [MFSL] - I go back and forth between this and the 2011, right now my favorite is the MoFi. They both have their pros and cons. News Of The World [N/A] - This one I don't have anything marked, because I only have a rip of the Target CD atm, but I'm getting the EMI delivered in a few days, so I'll compare the two when I can. Jazz [N/A] - Considering the 2011 for Jazz, heard it was one of the better efforts from this reissue campaign. Hope it is the case, it is my favorite album from them... The Game [Elektra Target] - Despite some of its faults, I'm pretty happy with this one. I'd probably buy the EMI for comparisons. Flash Gordon [N/A] - As with Jazz. Hot Space [N/A] - Considering rebuying the old Hollywood CD for this one, I relistened to the rip I had and I enjoyed it quite a bit. I'll decide when I have the EMI for comparison The Works onward [EMI CDPs] - These are just the original pressings I've had for a while, they work fine for me. Also props to CMI for the extra content added onto the albums, it was the main reason I went and subscribed to the patreon! They really do a better job of showcasing everything than the bonus EPs did for the official reissues.
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Post by The Fairy King on Dec 9, 2022 8:36:21 GMT
I always thought the Japanese CD's from 2001/2004 were superior to the 1991 HR and 1994 DMS CD's, but i don't see those listed here.
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Post by straycatbeatles on Dec 9, 2022 10:08:20 GMT
I always thought the Japanese CD's from 2001/2004 were superior to the 1991 HR and 1994 DMS CD's, but i don't see those listed here. Haven't really focused on the 2004 Japan remasters mainly because the opinions I've seen are from years ago or conflicting (though these may be about the 1998 mini-LP reissues). Willing to try out this series, but Hot Space would be a bit of a weird spot to start on. Assuming the 2001 CDs (in jewel cases) are the same as the 2004 mini-LPs, right?
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Post by Maxi Dries on Dec 9, 2022 12:06:53 GMT
I really love the 1986 CDs. For me those are the best since that’s really the original sound since it was a direct transfer from the stereo tapes yes but, according with Queenvault... "EMI did not know where the first generation stereo master tapes were stored, so the 1986 and 1988 CD releases of Queen CD's used production masters for their source. The production masters were stored at Abbey Road and easily obtainable. Production masters were tapes created for the cutting of the original vinyl records. The process, as Brian May explained in an issue of the Fan Club Magazine, is as follows; the stereo master tapes of each track were taped together and all recorded onto one long production master tape. That production master tape would be the easiest way to cut to vinyl. The quality, however, would be one generation removed from the stereo master of each individual track. These production masters were used for the very first Queen CD releases, which explains their "hissy" sound."
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Post by Lord Fickle on Dec 9, 2022 13:14:19 GMT
I really love the 1986 CDs. For me those are the best since that’s really the original sound since it was a direct transfer from the stereo tapes yes but, according with Queenvault... "EMI did not know where the first generation stereo master tapes were stored, so the 1986 and 1988 CD releases of Queen CD's used production masters for their source. The production masters were stored at Abbey Road and easily obtainable. Production masters were tapes created for the cutting of the original vinyl records. The process, as Brian May explained in an issue of the Fan Club Magazine, is as follows; the stereo master tapes of each track were taped together and all recorded onto one long production master tape. That production master tape would be the easiest way to cut to vinyl. The quality, however, would be one generation removed from the stereo master of each individual track. These production masters were used for the very first Queen CD releases, which explains their "hissy" sound." Does that also explain how the start of some of the tracks were 'clipped', particularly on the original CD of ADATR?
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Post by JackG on Dec 9, 2022 14:20:48 GMT
I’m still on the lookout for the NOTW Target CD - still haven’t found one in my price range. I did find The Game Target CD and quite enjoy it. Similar to the regular 80’s EMI release, but just more clearer and detailed. I’ve been enjoying Jazz EMI CD from the 80’s. Not as “loud” as the 2011, which I like. I’ve been toying around with the idea of trying Queen SACD discs. But they are expensive and I’d need a SACD Player for a 2 channel Stereo receiver (no HDMI input). Not sure if worth the effort and cost atm. Revising my original list with new notes, Queen [2011 Remaster] Queen II [2011 Remaster] - I heard the original EMI for these two albums, and I believe the source (at least for Queen II) is better on the 2011, despite the limiting added. The s/t is about on equal footing with the EMI, but I slightly prefered the 2011. Sheer Heart Attack [EMI CDP] - Nothing changed for this one. A Night At The Opera [DCC] - The DCC and the MFSL have pretty similar EQ, but it's a bit nicer on the DCC. The 30th/2011 would be my third choice. A Day At The Races [MFSL] - I go back and forth between this and the 2011, right now my favorite is the MoFi. They both have their pros and cons. News Of The World [N/A] - This one I don't have anything marked, because I only have a rip of the Target CD atm, but I'm getting the EMI delivered in a few days, so I'll compare the two when I can. Jazz [N/A] - Considering the 2011 for Jazz, heard it was one of the better efforts from this reissue campaign. Hope it is the case, it is my favorite album from them... The Game [Elektra Target] - Despite some of its faults, I'm pretty happy with this one. I'd probably buy the EMI for comparisons. Flash Gordon [N/A] - As with Jazz. Hot Space [N/A] - Considering rebuying the old Hollywood CD for this one, I relistened to the rip I had and I enjoyed it quite a bit. I'll decide when I have the EMI for comparison The Works onward [EMI CDPs] - These are just the original pressings I've had for a while, they work fine for me. Also props to CMI for the extra content added onto the albums, it was the main reason I went and subscribed to the patreon! They really do a better job of showcasing everything than the bonus EPs did for the official reissues. I have all studio albums on SACD DSF, one thing is noticed is that the mastering is different on some tracks (Procession for example as no tape hiss but on the 2011 CD you can hear it)
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Post by macduff77 on Dec 9, 2022 15:56:53 GMT
Interesting. Would say it's worth it to invest in them? Do you have a dedicated SACD Player or are you using a DVD/BR/CD/SACD combo player? I have all studio albums on SACD DSF, one thing is noticed is that the mastering is different on some tracks (Procession for example as no tape hiss but on the 2011 CD you can hear it)
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Post by leroybrown on Dec 9, 2022 20:03:51 GMT
My copy of The Works CD is so old it pre-dates barcode technology.
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Post by JackG on Dec 9, 2022 20:18:57 GMT
Interesting. Would say it's worth it to invest in them? Do you have a dedicated SACD Player or are you using a DVD/BR/CD/SACD combo player? I have all studio albums on SACD DSF, one thing is noticed is that the mastering is different on some tracks (Procession for example as no tape hiss but on the 2011 CD you can hear it) Let's say.... i didn't invest on them... I use them using foobar2000 on my PC which can decode SACD files.
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Post by jabbo5150 on Dec 10, 2022 19:56:11 GMT
Yup, those are the ones. I haven’t found one I can afford at the moment, but I’d be interested in hearing if they really are superior. I own the Target CDs for both NOTW and The Game and they both sound fantastic.
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Post by jabbo5150 on Dec 10, 2022 20:04:55 GMT
I managed to get my Target NOTW for like $13 on eBay. Tray liner had a crease in it, but it is otherwise in great shape and was not advertised as what it was on eBay, so I think the guy did not realize what he had was valuable. My list is much like the one below. I have the Hollywood 91s and the crown jewels. I have some of the recent remasters with the bonus discs and the bx that went through Made in heaven mainly for the bonus track discs. Queen and Queen II I think the 2011s are great SHA I have the original EMI (In a smooth jewel case). Sounds great ANATO - I hav the DCC, which sounds great, as well as the 30th anniversary. My Hollywood is signed by Brian. ADATR - Still need to upgrade here NOTW - Target CD Jazz - Need to upgrade The Game - Target CD Flash, Hot Space and the Works - Need to upgrade AKOM - Original EMI CD The Miracle - Want an original Capitol or EMI. I never realized the I Want It All mix was different or something on the Hollywood? Innuendo - Original Hollywood MIH - Original Hollywood. I’m still on the lookout for the NOTW Target CD - still haven’t found one in my price range. I did find The Game Target CD and quite enjoy it. Similar to the regular 80’s EMI release, but just more clearer and detailed. I’ve been enjoying Jazz EMI CD from the 80’s. Not as “loud” as the 2011, which I like. I’ve been toying around with the idea of trying Queen SACD discs. But they are expensive and I’d need a SACD Player for a 2 channel Stereo receiver (no HDMI input). Not sure if worth the effort and cost atm. Revising my original list with new notes, Queen [2011 Remaster] Queen II [2011 Remaster] - I heard the original EMI for these two albums, and I believe the source (at least for Queen II) is better on the 2011, despite the limiting added. The s/t is about on equal footing with the EMI, but I slightly prefered the 2011. Sheer Heart Attack [EMI CDP] - Nothing changed for this one. A Night At The Opera [DCC] - The DCC and the MFSL have pretty similar EQ, but it's a bit nicer on the DCC. The 30th/2011 would be my third choice. A Day At The Races [MFSL] - I go back and forth between this and the 2011, right now my favorite is the MoFi. They both have their pros and cons. News Of The World [N/A] - This one I don't have anything marked, because I only have a rip of the Target CD atm, but I'm getting the EMI delivered in a few days, so I'll compare the two when I can. Jazz [N/A] - Considering the 2011 for Jazz, heard it was one of the better efforts from this reissue campaign. Hope it is the case, it is my favorite album from them... The Game [Elektra Target] - Despite some of its faults, I'm pretty happy with this one. I'd probably buy the EMI for comparisons. Flash Gordon [N/A] - As with Jazz. Hot Space [N/A] - Considering rebuying the old Hollywood CD for this one, I relistened to the rip I had and I enjoyed it quite a bit. I'll decide when I have the EMI for comparison The Works onward [EMI CDPs] - These are just the original pressings I've had for a while, they work fine for me. Also props to CMI for the extra content added onto the albums, it was the main reason I went and subscribed to the patreon! They really do a better job of showcasing everything than the bonus EPs did for the official reissues.
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Post by straycatbeatles on Dec 12, 2022 4:32:45 GMT
I've just listened to some of the 2004 Japan remasters. The EQ on this is pretty harsh on first listening, so I guess I'm not a fan of a lot of these, but weirdly enough, Hot Space sounds very nice on this remaster. The Works doesn't sound half-bad either, though the issues I have come out a bit more on here.
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Post by macduff77 on Dec 16, 2022 18:11:29 GMT
I was going to pickup a SACD player and start down that path but Queen SACDs are astronomically priced on EBay. I’m not sure I can spend $200+ on each CD.
Hopefully there’s plans to re-release them one day.
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Post by rub3945 on Dec 17, 2022 1:59:52 GMT
I was going to pickup a SACD player and start down that path but Queen SACDs are astronomically priced on EBay. I’m not sure I can spend $200+ on each CD. Hopefully there’s plans to re-release them one day. Can't comment myself but have heard from a few others who own these that they bare no (or extremely little) difference to the standard 2011 remasters. They all felt a bit cheated after how much they spent!
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Post by rub3945 on Dec 17, 2022 2:09:03 GMT
I know this is supposed to be about the best digital versions, but recently discovered a whole new world that a few of you may be able to consider an exception 👀 Randomly stumbled across one or two vinyl rips online from original UK pressings a few months ago and haven't looked back since! I'm sure most of us are under the impression (I certainly was) that CDs are supposed to bring the best out of the music. That's how they're marketed, and they're more than capable of doing so, but it means nothing when the music isn't handled in the best way (poor remastering, sourced from tapes one or two generations from the master etc). In saying that, have also heard a number of poor sounding vinyl rips (mostly from modern re-issues or foreign pressings that were also sourced from tape copies). But the diamonds in the rough are without a doubt the UK 1st pressings. I bet someone else on here has more knowledge on this kind of thing, but I'm under the impression that these were mostly sourced straight from the original reels rather than 1st or 2nd gen tapes. Everything up to Miracle/Innuendo is stellar, and especially albums like QI, SHA, ADATR, Jazz, HS and Works are head and shoulders above every digital release out there. Good quality rips from these particular pressings aren't easy to find, but I found a dude who did ripped the entire lot apart from MIH and they're amazing! Only catch is they're still raw with clicks and pops intact. Programs like ClickRepair do a good job of cleaning them up but it can also mistake parts of the music as clicks so I'm opting for the manual route which is a painstakingly long process! Will be months before they're all finished with the limited time I've got, but if anyone else shows interest, it'll encourage me to push on and get them done eventually 👍 Or if any of you are confident with the audio side of things and wanna have a go (perhaps share the load), please flick through a message! Have only completed NOTW so far and it's replaced my Target CD as my definitive digital copy 🤩 (which says a lot with how fantastic that CD is!) Can't share anything here as per the rules but I'm sure we'll figure out another way like CMI has 🙌 macduff77 these LP rips are often done at 96khz or higher so super hi-res!
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Post by macduff77 on Dec 18, 2022 18:41:11 GMT
Interesting.
I’ve got all the Canadian Elektra/Capital releases on vinyl, plus the re-issues. I do prefer the vinyl sound and have a decent setup for that. I haven’t had the opportunity to compare these releases to the original EMI’s. But maybe that’s a topic for “Best Sounding Vinyl”. Haha.
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Post by rub3945 on Dec 19, 2022 0:06:50 GMT
Interesting. I’ve got all the Canadian Elektra/Capital releases on vinyl, plus the re-issues. I do prefer the vinyl sound and have a decent setup for that. I haven’t had the opportunity to compare these releases to the original EMI’s. But maybe that’s a topic for “Best Sounding Vinyl”. Haha. Oooo good point there about making a separate thread! Must be a lot more tricky to compare your music when you're playing them on different systems? But absolutely, seems like having a decent setup makes all the difference! I've never owned a turntable, but have heard plenty more rough sounding transfers out there than good ones. Before hearing these recent rips, I'd just assumed ALL vinyl was inferior. Boy am I glad I was wrong 😅 I must make a video comparing a few different editions and make a separate thread 👍
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