Uploaded April 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
The Steely Dan Gaucho UHQR from Analogue Productions has finally been released! I had three additional copies of this record I've been evaluating for months and have spent a solid week listening to the UHQR. The other pressings of Steely Dan Gaucho I have are the original RL MD2 Materdisk EDM stamped pressing, The MCA Audiophile pressing and the UME digital pressing.
The Steely Dan Gaucho UHQR is mastered by Bernie Grundman in an all analogue process from a copy tape that was EQ'd by the original mastering engineer Robert Ludwig. It has been cut at 45 rpm on two 200gm Clarity Vinyl records. The records are housed in a gorgeous new high gloss film laminated gatefold jacket by Stoughton and presented in the dowel spine slipcase with gold embossing and inset artwork. There are also notes from Donald Fagan included n the package. It is a numbered limited edition of 20,000.
Does the new Steely Dan Gaucho UHQR stand up with the superb original pressing? Join me as I explore this question!
00:00 Introduction
00:46 Support
01:11 The Original RL Pressing
03:59 The MCA Audiophile Pressing
06:03 The UME Digital Pressing
06:49 The Analogue Productions UHQR
10:53 Level Matching and Noise Floor
11:55 Conclusion
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youtu.be/RmP_6BP7YU0?si=UKroYYgWAZ7P1epv
Steely Dan Aja UHQR Review And Comparison With Hi Res Audio Samples
youtu.be/LrpTT7Yo6dI?si=ExAAPKJCKtVSrPmh
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Here's a link to a abcd comparison video using the exact same pressings, but on my buddy's Oswaldo's front end:
youtu.be/PqoHdGfNdj0?si=sCcygVmT5gm50fKB
Reference System
-Basis 1400 Turntable
-Rega RB300 Tone Arm
-Audio Technica AT33EV MC Cartridge
-Hana SL ML Cartridge
-ModWright PH 9.0 Tube Phono Pre
-Cayin A-50T Integrated Tube Amplifier
-System Audio Pandion 30 Loudspeaker
-Elac Debut 2.0 B6.2 Loudspeaker
-Magnapan MMG Loudspeaker
-Tributaries Series 8 Interconnect
-Herron Audio Interconnect Cable
-Definitive Technology ProSound Sub
-Panamax M5300PM Power Filter
-VPI 16.5 Vacuum Record Cleaner
-Avis Record Cleaning Solutions
@acousticsoundsks
The Steely Dan Gaucho UHQR from Analogue Productions has finally been released! I had three additional copies of this record I've been evaluating for months and have spent a solid week listening to the UHQR. The other pressings of Steely Dan Gaucho I have are the original RL MD2 Materdisk EDM stamped pressing, The MCA Audiophile pressing and the UME digital pressing.
The Steely Dan Gaucho UHQR is mastered by Bernie Grundman in an all analogue process from a copy tape that was EQ'd by the original mastering engineer Robert Ludwig. It has been cut at 45 rpm on two 200gm Clarity Vinyl records. The records are housed in a gorgeous new high gloss film laminated gatefold jacket by Stoughton and presented in the dowel spine slipcase with gold embossing and inset artwork. There are also notes from Donald Fagan included n the package. It is a numbered limited edition of 20,000.
Does the new Steely Dan Gaucho UHQR stand up with the superb original pressing? Join me as I explore this question!
00:00 Introduction
00:46 Support
01:11 The Original RL Pressing
03:59 The MCA Audiophile Pressing
06:03 The UME Digital Pressing
06:49 The Analogue Productions UHQR
10:53 Level Matching and Noise Floor
11:55 Conclusion
Related Video Content:
System Update! Featuring Basis, Rega, Modwright, Cayin, System Audio
youtu.be/RmP_6BP7YU0?si=UKroYYgWAZ7P1epv
Steely Dan Aja UHQR Review And Comparison With Hi Res Audio Samples
youtu.be/LrpTT7Yo6dI?si=ExAAPKJCKtVSrPmh
If you particularly enjoyed this video, please consider a small one time donation to the channel! You can do so easily by clicking the "Thanks" button in the row of icons just below the title. Any amount truly helps and is greatly appreciated.
The Pressing Matters Amazon Affiliate Storefront
amazon.com/shop/thepressingmatters
(As an an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases)
Here's a link to a abcd comparison video using the exact same pressings, but on my buddy's Oswaldo's front end:
youtu.be/PqoHdGfNdj0?si=sCcygVmT5gm50fKB
Reference System
-Basis 1400 Turntable
-Rega RB300 Tone Arm
-Audio Technica AT33EV MC Cartridge
-Hana SL ML Cartridge
-ModWright PH 9.0 Tube Phono Pre
-Cayin A-50T Integrated Tube Amplifier
-System Audio Pandion 30 Loudspeaker
-Elac Debut 2.0 B6.2 Loudspeaker
-Magnapan MMG Loudspeaker
-Tributaries Series 8 Interconnect
-Herron Audio Interconnect Cable
-Definitive Technology ProSound Sub
-Panamax M5300PM Power Filter
-VPI 16.5 Vacuum Record Cleaner
-Avis Record Cleaning Solutions
@acousticsoundsks
