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To harken back to a previous discussion about dynamic range, check out this: http://dr.loudness-war.info/album/list?artist=fun.&album=some+nights This is one of those rare instances where I own the CD, the HD Tracks, and the vinyl (just purchased today). The DR has always bugged me on the CD...

No problem, Mike, glad you enjoyed it. I actually finished playing all of the four albums I purchased and can say that I was uniformly floored. I'm going to pick up Mono Masters next (the compilation of their mono singles) and can't wait to hear Hey Jude... Two other recent vinyl purchases: My...

Although I've only played side 1 of Rubber Soul (Mono, 2014 release), I feel compelled to write my initial reaction here. Quite simply: I am blown away. I own the original 1988 Beatles CDs. I own both the 2009 re-releases in stereo and mono. I purchased Abbey Road on vinyl (2014 release...

Wow, way to paint with an overly broad brush there. Let's try this in a civilized, orderly discussion that doesn't slap labels on people, or dismiss their subcultures as "nonsense" or a "fad". It's not just for hipsters. If you knew me in real life, you'd know I'm pretty far from one. I'm a...

Long time, no update. Well we wouldn't be home theater enthusiasts, who were prone to tinkering and tweaking our gear. I just made a new upgrade to my Pro-Ject Debut Carbon turntable: the Pro-Ject acrylic platter to replace the standard steel platter with felt mat. Living in dry, dusty Los...

The continuing saga of me rediscovering music through vinyl continues. Currently re-realizing what a great album Abbey Road by The Beatles is. Especially love the way Side 2 plays out, from Here Comes The Sun to the beautiful ~15 minute medley starting with You Never Give Me Your Money and...

Mike, are you referring to Zep? Yes the remasters are worth it. LZI shows the least improvement (it was a relatively low-fi recording session overall), but even that improvement is noticeable. LZII shows a moderate amount of improvement and clarity, and III is a revelation. Even if you don't get...

The addiction continues...I really am going to end up regretting living within driving distance of Amoeba... Last night I picked up Wilco's Sky Blue Sky, which sounds wonderful on half-speed mastered vinyl, as well as the backtoblackvinyl re-releases of Red Hot Chili Peppers Blood Sugar Sex...

Yeah Tim I researched the heck out of this purchase for about a year. There are a few TTs priced at the $400-$500 range but this one tended to be the one most favored and had the least issues (one of the Music Hall's had a problem with hum/ground loop, for example). This also came with an...

Thanks Tim and Charles. Darn, Tim, you're playing in a completely different stratosphere than I am with that spinner and cartridge! I'm driving an Accord, you're rocking the Porsche! :) That said, I've been so far very happy with the Debut Carbon. Went back and traded in my Ten for store...

Mine only does 33 and 45 as well. Had my first bummer though: a 1" scratch on a brand new Pearl Jam Ten (+ redux) album. Amoeba has a 7 day return/exchange policy so I have to head back this week. You could clearly hear it each rotation throughout most of the second song. Guess I'll pick up...

Hey cool, yeah I'd read about White's experiment. I'll definitely try to check it out. Some of the guys on Steve Hoffman forums were worried that the gimmicky stuff may damage some tables, so I'll do a little research first before going crazy. Am halfway through OK Computer - holy smokes does...

Opening statement This is not going to be a vinyl is better than digital argument. I am a big believer in GIGO (garbage in, garbage out) and how an album is mastered for CD/high-res/vinyl plays a huge part in how one format is perceived as "better" than the other. For me, my belief is that an...