Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Bob Marley’s Exodus is one of the most important and best-loved albums ever pressed to vinyl — but how much do you really need to spend to get true audiophile sound?
In this episode of Pressing Matters, I put three highly regarded vinyl editions of Exodus head-to-head in a focused listening shootout:
• Vinylphyle Series (2025)
Mastered by Joe Nino-Hernes at Sterling Sound
An affordable, all-analog-style approach at around $40
• Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab – Anadisc
Cut by Ken Lee at Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab
A long-standing audiophile favorite with a distinct sonic signature
• Analog Productions UHQR 33 RPM
Cut by Ryan K. Smith at Sterling Sound
A premium, no-compromise pressing designed for maximum fidelity
This isn’t just about “which is best” — it’s about value, mastering choices, and whether a modern, reasonably priced release can deliver sound quality that approaches the very top of the audiophile food chain.
👉 Can the new Vinylphyle edition truly compete with the MoFi and UHQR pressings?
👉 How do mastering, cutting engineers, and pressing philosophies shape what we hear?
👉 And which version makes the most sense for your system and budget?
If you love Bob Marley, vinyl records, and deep-dive comparisons that go beyond hype, this one’s for you.
Thanks for watching — and don’t forget to subscribe for more record shootouts and audiophile reviews.
My original Exodus UHQR Review:
Bob Marley Exodus UHQR Review and Comparison with the MFSL Anadisc
youtu.be/ApcoOlPM6Gw
Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Phasemation PP-500 MC Cartridge
-Miyajima Labs Infinity Mono MC Cartridge
-ModWright PH 9.0 Tube Phono Preamplifier
-Cayin A-50T Integrated Tube Amplifier
-System Audio Pandion 30 Loudspeakers
-Degritter Ultrasonic Record Cleaner
-VPI 16.5 Vacuum Record Cleaner
-Sweetvinyl Sugarcube SC-1 Mini
-Pioneer RT-707 Reel To Reel Tape Deck
-Ramar Record Brush
-The reference system is wired exclusively with Audio Art cables.
#BobMarley
#Exodus
#VinylShootout
#AudiophileVinyl
#PressingMatters
#VinylCommunity
#MobileFidelity
#AnalogProductions
#UHQR
#SterlingSound
#ReggaeVinyl
00:00 Introduction
00:52 About The Vinylphyle Series
02:05 The Mobile Fidelity Anadisc
05:32 The Analogue Productions UHQR
07:45 The Vinylphyle Edition
11:05 UHQR Jacket and Labels
12:43 Noise Floor Across All Pressings
13:44 Final Thoughts
@acousticsoundsks
Bob Marley’s Exodus is one of the most important and best-loved albums ever pressed to vinyl — but how much do you really need to spend to get true audiophile sound?
In this episode of Pressing Matters, I put three highly regarded vinyl editions of Exodus head-to-head in a focused listening shootout:
• Vinylphyle Series (2025)
Mastered by Joe Nino-Hernes at Sterling Sound
An affordable, all-analog-style approach at around $40
• Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab – Anadisc
Cut by Ken Lee at Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab
A long-standing audiophile favorite with a distinct sonic signature
• Analog Productions UHQR 33 RPM
Cut by Ryan K. Smith at Sterling Sound
A premium, no-compromise pressing designed for maximum fidelity
This isn’t just about “which is best” — it’s about value, mastering choices, and whether a modern, reasonably priced release can deliver sound quality that approaches the very top of the audiophile food chain.
👉 Can the new Vinylphyle edition truly compete with the MoFi and UHQR pressings?
👉 How do mastering, cutting engineers, and pressing philosophies shape what we hear?
👉 And which version makes the most sense for your system and budget?
If you love Bob Marley, vinyl records, and deep-dive comparisons that go beyond hype, this one’s for you.
Thanks for watching — and don’t forget to subscribe for more record shootouts and audiophile reviews.
My original Exodus UHQR Review:
Bob Marley Exodus UHQR Review and Comparison with the MFSL Anadisc
youtu.be/ApcoOlPM6Gw
Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Phasemation PP-500 MC Cartridge
-Miyajima Labs Infinity Mono MC Cartridge
-ModWright PH 9.0 Tube Phono Preamplifier
-Cayin A-50T Integrated Tube Amplifier
-System Audio Pandion 30 Loudspeakers
-Degritter Ultrasonic Record Cleaner
-VPI 16.5 Vacuum Record Cleaner
-Sweetvinyl Sugarcube SC-1 Mini
-Pioneer RT-707 Reel To Reel Tape Deck
-Ramar Record Brush
-The reference system is wired exclusively with Audio Art cables.
#BobMarley
#Exodus
#VinylShootout
#AudiophileVinyl
#PressingMatters
#VinylCommunity
#MobileFidelity
#AnalogProductions
#UHQR
#SterlingSound
#ReggaeVinyl
00:00 Introduction
00:52 About The Vinylphyle Series
02:05 The Mobile Fidelity Anadisc
05:32 The Analogue Productions UHQR
07:45 The Vinylphyle Edition
11:05 UHQR Jacket and Labels
12:43 Noise Floor Across All Pressings
13:44 Final Thoughts
@acousticsoundsks
