Assembling A World Class Classical Vinyl Collection On A Budget @ThePressingMatters

The Pressing Matters Collecting the classical records from the golden age of classical recording can be an expensive proposition. Classical vinyl reissues can be just as expensive. Today I let you in on a "secret" that experienced collectors know about, but those new to collecting classical vinyl may not.

NOTE: MOST ALL AMERICAN ISSUES OF THESE RECORDS ARE UK PRESSINGS, THE SAME EXACT PRESSINGS AS THE ACE OF DIAMONDS. HOWEVER AT THE TAIL END OF THE SERIES A FEW WERE PRESSED IN THE UNITED STATES, AND MUST BE AVOIDED.TO MY KNOWLEDGE THEY ALL HAVE A YELLOW LABEL.

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00:00 Introduction
00:53 Hoe This Idea Came About
02:15 My System
03:06 All About The Secret
18:25 Conclusion

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Assembling A World Class Classical Vinyl Collection On A Budget

The Pressing Matters 2025-05-13 | Collecting the classical records from the golden age of classical recording can be an expensive proposition. Classical vinyl reissues can be just as expensive. Today I let you in on a "secret" that experienced collectors know about, but those new to collecting classical vinyl may not.

NOTE: MOST ALL AMERICAN ISSUES OF THESE RECORDS ARE UK PRESSINGS, THE SAME EXACT PRESSINGS AS THE ACE OF DIAMONDS. HOWEVER AT THE TAIL END OF THE SERIES A FEW WERE PRESSED IN THE UNITED STATES, AND MUST BE AVOIDED.TO MY KNOWLEDGE THEY ALL HAVE A YELLOW LABEL.

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.

Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML MC Cartridge
-Phasemation PP-500 MC Cartridge
-Perpetuum Ebner PE 6060 Turntable
-Ortofon Quintet Black 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
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00:00 Introduction
00:53 Hoe This Idea Came About
02:15 My System
03:06 All About The Secret
18:25 Conclusion

The Pressing Matters Record Sale #1 | Starting the Downsizing Series

The Pressing Matters 2025-09-14 | I’m starting to downsize my collection to gain some space, and this is the first in a series of record sale videos. All records here are either sealed or near mint—many played only once. Sales are open to the US and Canada only. Prices are shown in the video; buyer pays shipping (rates confirmed at time of purchase).

📩 To reserve a record, please email me at sw.thepressingmatters@gmail.com.
❌ Do not leave requests in the comments — email only.
✅ First come, first served.

Sealed records are sold as is.

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How Elac & Inakustik Created the Perfect Audiophile Demo Record

The Pressing Matters 2025-09-07 | This is my second video covering the incredible series of audiophile demonstration samplers from Inakustic in Germany. This particular set was curated by Elac, the legendary German speaker manufacturer.

I was blown away not only by the audio quality but also by the variety of modern recordings, each carefully chosen to highlight a different aspect of what a high-end audio system can do.

From vocal realism to imaging and soundstaging, from deep bass to dynamic range and timbre, this 2-LP set (cut at 45 RPM using the DMM process) pushed my system to levels I didn’t know it was capable of.

The music itself is just as impressive as the sonics—making this essential listening for anyone who wants to push the boundaries of their existing setup.

If you want to hear your system perform like never before, this is one you don’t want to miss.

Track Listing:

Fink - Trouble's What You're In (Union Chapel, London)
Agnes Obel - Riverside
Ryland Angel & David Merritt - Psalm 114
Vocal Sampling - Hotel California
Opiuo feat. D-Sens - La Fong
Natalie Merchant - The Peppery Man
John Rutter - Requiem: Pie Jesu
Rodrigo y Gabriela - Hanuman
Anette Askvik - Liberty
Friend'n Fellow - Me & Mrs. Jones
Brenda Navarrete - Baba Elegguá

Previous Inakustic Video:
New Audiophile Demo Record from Clearaudio & Inakustik | Vinyl Review
youtu.be/UvYyDRsCPr0

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-Degritter Ultrasonic Record Cleaner
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00:00 Introduction
02:22 The Package
02:48 Musical and Sonic Highlights
09:29 Concluson

Alessandro Bianchini on Birdbox Records | Stunning All-Analog Audiophile Jazz

The Pressing Matters 2025-09-03 | Birdbox Records out of Italy has done it again. This time, I’m diving into the second release I’ve heard from vibraphonist and marimbist Alessandro Bianchini — and I have to say, I’m completely blown away.

This record is a little more complex than My Space 24, but endlessly rewarding, both musically and sonically. Bianchini’s playing stretches across the full width of the stage, with clear separation between vibraphone and marimba, and a deep, powerful bass presence that grounds the performance beautifully.

As with all Birdbox releases, this is 100% all-analog, mastered with passion by Lorenzo Vela. the label’s founder and mastering engineer. The pressing is extremely limited — only 300 copies worldwide — making it not only a sonic treasure, but also a collector’s piece.

I’m a huge fan of both Birdbox Records and Alessandro Bianchini, and this release only deepens my admiration. If you’re into audiophile jazz, modern vibraphone and marimba, or boutique AAA vinyl, this is one you don’t want to miss.

US distribution is through Bellario Sonic
https://bellisariosonic-arts.square.site

Also available in Europe through Birdbox Records In Italy
birdboxrecords.com

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-Degritter Ultrasonic Record Cleaner
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-Ramar Record Brush
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00:00 Introduction
01:19 About 10/5
02:53 Sonic Impressions
04:47 Conclusion

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Blue Öyster Cult on Vinyl: Speakers Corner Reissues of Tyranny & Mutation & Secret Treaties

The Pressing Matters 2025-09-02 | Blue Öyster Cult’s second and third albums — Tyranny & Mutation (1973) and Secret Treaties (1974) — get the deluxe audiophile treatment from Speakers Corner in Germany. These all-analog reissues have been on the market for a while, but before they go out of print I decided to finally grab copies.

In this video, I share memories of seeing Blue Öyster Cult live in my hometown, reflect on what makes the band such a unique force in rock, and take a close look at the jackets, labels, and inserts. I also discuss the mastering choices, pressing quality, and overall sound impressions of these two Speakers Corner reissues.

For audiophiles, vinyl collectors, and Blue Öyster Cult fans alike, this is a chance to revisit two of the band’s most beloved albums in excellent analog sound.

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-ModWright PH 9.0 Tube Phono Preamplifier
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-Degritter Ultrasonic Record Cleaner
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Santana – Abraxas: Is the Mobile Fidelity One Step Really the Best?

The Pressing Matters 2025-08-23 | Santana’s Abraxas has long been considered one of the crown jewels of the audiophile world—especially the Mobile Fidelity Ultradisc One Step, which has reached astronomical prices on the secondary market.

But is it really the best pressing of this legendary album?

I had access to a copy for only 24 hours, and I put it up against three other versions:
• CBS Half-Speed Master
• German ARS pressing
• Mobile Fidelity 33 RPM cut

This isn’t a full, meticulous shootout—it’s more of a casual but honest listening experiment. Still, I was able to form some impressions and come to a conclusion.

If you’ve ever wondered whether the MoFi One Step truly deserves its mythical status, or whether other (more affordable) pressings hold their own, this video is for you.

What’s your favorite pressing of Abraxas? Let me know in the comments.

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00:00 Introduction
02:26 Two One Step Recap Videos
03:30 Accessing This Copy
04:37 The Other Pressings
05:41 The CBS Mastersound
07:54 The Mobile Fidelity 2008
09:45 The German ARS
11:29 The Mofi One Step
13:15 Conclusion

Fleetwood Mac (1975) – Rhino High Fidelity AAA Reissue vs. Original Kendun First Pressing

The Pressing Matters 2025-08-17 | Fleetwood Mac’s self-titled 1975 album—the first with Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks—has just been reissued by Rhino High Fidelity in an all-analog cut by Kevin Gray, sourced directly from the original master tape. In this video I compare the new Rhino pressing with an original U.S. Kendun-cut copy, complete with the famous Pogo inscription in the deadwax.

These two pressings couldn’t sound more different—night and day in presentation. I share detailed listening impressions and explain why I took my time, spending a full week going back and forth, instead of rushing out a verdict after a single listen. Patience really paid off here, and I’ll walk you through what I discovered.

If you’ve been considering the Rhino High Fidelity reissue or are curious how it stacks up against a classic Kendun original, this comparison will give you a clear idea of the strengths and trade-offs of each.

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00:00 Introduction
01:22 First Impression: Rhino
02:54 First Impression: Kendun
03:32 Some Examples
06:19 Some Thoughts On Approach
07:05 Further Listening In Isolation
08:17 Conclusion

4 Rare Japanese Audiophile Gems from The Absolute Sound Superdisc List

The Pressing Matters 2025-08-14 | In this video, I revisit four unusual Japanese audiophile records from the late 1970s that earned a place on The Absolute Sound Superdisc List, compiled by legendary reviewer Harry Pearson. Back in the day, I carried a folded copy of that list in my pocket, scouring record stores for these elusive titles — the hunt was part of the magic.

The records featured are:
• Amemiya – Summer Prayer – A stunning sonic journey through an astonishing array of percussion instruments.
• Beethoven – Appassionata (Direct-to-Disc, 45 RPM) – A masterfully captured performance with breathtaking dynamic range.
• Stockhausen – Zyklus (Direct-to-Disc, 45 RPM) – Avant-garde percussion at its most intricate and revealing.
• Check Up On Your Sounds Vol. 1 – Audio Symphony – A fascinating test record that’s as much art as it is utility.

Both the Beethoven and Stockhausen were recorded direct-to-disc and cut at 45 RPM — a rare pairing that ensures extraordinary fidelity. Add in the whisper-quiet Japanese pressings of this golden era, and you have a listening experience that still holds up as part of audiophile history.

Whether you remember chasing down Superdisc recommendations or you’re just discovering these records for the first time, this is a trip back to the golden age of high-end vinyl.

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-Ramar Record Brush
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00:00 Introduction
01:00 Support
01:36 Summer Prayer
03:41 Zyklus
06:08 Apassionata
08:02 Audio Symphony
10:23 Conclusion

Thrift Store Vinyl Haul #3: London Phase 4, RCA Living Stereo & Early Stereo Oddities!

The Pressing Matters 2025-08-07 | It’s time for Part 3 of my thrift store vinyl haul series—and this box might be the most fascinating yet. I’m unboxing a stack of records loaded with vintage audiophile treasures: London Phase 4, RCA Living Stereo, and a whole bunch of strange, wonderful early stereo pressings from the golden age of analog.

From lush orchestral showpieces to forgotten curiosities, this haul is packed with sonic surprises. Whether you’re a classical collector, vintage hi-fi fan, or just love flipping through the weird and wonderful corners of the vinyl world, this one’s for you.

📀 Featuring:
• Classic RCA Living Stereo titles
• London Phase 4 showstoppers
• Early stereo oddities & obscure labels
• Audiophile curios and a few head-scratchers

💬 What’s your favorite find? Let me know in the comments!
👍 Like & subscribe for more vintage vinyl adventures
🔔 Don’t miss Part 4—it’s coming soon!

Check out the first two episodes!

Vinyl Time Capsule: What’s in the Box of 50s & 60s Records?
youtu.be/lbfrGY5cOjY

Virtual Crate Digging: Thrift Store Vinyl Finds You Won’t Believe
youtu.be/ZJv-eL8A2Ac

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More Gems From The RCA Living Stereo Popular Catalog
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The Wild World Of RCA Living Stereo Popular Records
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-Miyajima Labs Infinity Mono MC Cartridge
-Phasemation EA 350 Phono Preamplifier
-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
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-Pioneer RT-707 Reel To Reel Tape Deck
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Joan Baez – Diamonds & Rust: Audiophile Vinyl Shootout (AP 45 RPM vs. Original, MoFi, Nautilus)

The Pressing Matters 2025-08-03 | In this video, I compare four notable vinyl pressings of Diamonds & Rust, Joan Baez’s landmark 1975 album that blends personal storytelling with lush, mid-’70s production.

The centerpiece is the new 45 RPM all-analog reissue from Analogue Productions, mastered by Matt Lutthans at The Mastering Lab. I also take a deep listen to:
• A Monarch original pressing on A&M
• The Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab Anadisq 200 reissue
• A vintage Nautilus Superdisc half-speed master

Rather than choosing a “best,” I explore the different mastering philosophies, EQ choices, and sonic textures that make each version worth hearing. If you’re a fan of Baez, or an audiophile chasing the ultimate pressing, this ones for you.

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-Phasemation EA 350 Phono Preamplifier
-ModWright PH 9.0 Tube Phono Preamplifier
-Cayin A-50T Integrated Tube Amplifier
-System Audio Pandion 30 Loudspeakers
-Degritter Ultrasonic Record Cleaner
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New Audiophile Demo Record from Clearaudio & Inakustik | Vinyl Review

The Pressing Matters 2025-07-27 | In this video, I review a brand-new audiophile demonstration record from Inakustik of Germany, curated by the respected turntable manufacturer Clearaudio. These demo records are more than just test tones — they feature a carefully selected range of music and soundscapes designed to showcase what high-end analog playback can really do.

I share my impressions of the pressing quality, mastering, and musical selections, and I evaluate how well it performs as both a reference and a genuinely enjoyable listening experience.

Whether you’re building out a high-fidelity system or just love beautifully produced vinyl, this one’s worth a close listen.

Thanks for watching The Pressing Matters.

🎧 Do you use demo records? Let me know your favorites in the comments.

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-Ortofon Quintet Black MC Cartridge
-Miyajima Labs Infinity Mono MC Cartridge
-Phasemation EA 350 Phono Preamplifier
-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
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Alessandro Bianchini: My Space 24 - AAA Audiophile Jazz Vinyl Triumph

The Pressing Matters 2025-07-17 | In this video, I take a close listen to My Space 24 by vibraphonist Alessandro Bianchini, a stunning new all-analog audiophile jazz release from Bird Box Records, a boutique Italian label headed by Lorenzo Vella.

This isn’t just a review—it’s a call to support independent artists and labels keeping analog jazz recording alive in 2025. These small-batch vinyl productions are created with passion, skill, and an uncompromising dedication to sound quality.

MySpace 24 was recorded, mixed, and mastered entirely in the analog domain, and the musicality is just as compelling as the fidelity.

Let’s support the musicians who are alive and working today, and the labels like Bird Box Records that give them a platform.

Drop a comment if you’ve heard this release or if you’re exploring other new all-analog jazz projects!

Check out Alessandro in the studio performing Cape Town!
youtu.be/hVaml-kV7_s?si=2m1gZLvwXvI3Ole5

Previous Birdbox Review:
Birdbox Records - Umberto Fiorentino /Claudio Quartarone -II
youtu.be/eFI7IZD53tM?si=5ladYvDWbyZcPv0k

Related Video:
Chris Cheek’s Keepers of the Eastern Door – Audiophile One-Step from Analog Tone Factory
youtu.be/wyUlGiSppe0

Bird Box Records:
birdboxrecords.com

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-Ortofon Quintet Black 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.

00:00 Introduction
00:34 Supporting All Analog Jazz
02:03 Previous Birdbox Releases
02:59 About Alessandro Bianchini
04:26 The Compositions and Layout
04:50 The Sound
07:56 The Musicians
08:28 Limited Pressing Numbers
08:54 Conclusion

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RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Shootout - Dvorak Slavonic Dances

The Pressing Matters 2025-07-13 | In this video, I dive into one of RCA Living Stereo’s most spirited releases: Dvořák’s Slavonic Dances (LSC-2419), performed by the London Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Jean Martinon—a performance full of vitality and rhythmic charm.

Recorded at the legendary Kingsway Hall by Decca’s Kenneth Wilkinson, this recording is an audiophile favorite for a reason. I compare three distinct pressings of this iconic album:
-An original “Shaded Dog” 1-S pressing
-The Classic Records reissue, mastered by Bernie Grundman
-The RCA Victrola “Plum Label” edition

Each offers a different take on the sonic presentation—some more successful than others. I also weave in personal reflections, and reference commentary from trusted classical vinyl experts, offering both an emotional and technical view on what makes a pressing stand out.

Whether you’re deep into RCA Living Stereo collecting or just discovering the magic of these 1960s Decca-engineered recordings, this video will help you decide which pressing is worth chasing—and which one to avoid.

Which of these do you own? Have you heard this recording on any other format? Drop your thoughts in the comments!

Related Video:
Sweet Vinyl Sugar Cube SC-1 Mini - A Revolution In Vinyl Playback?
youtu.be/pDBT1lJy2t0

Audiophilia Review:
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-Perpetuum Ebner PE 6060 Turntable
-Ortofon Quintet Black 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.

00:00 Introduction
00:33 What Makes It Special
01:22 Collecting RCA Living Stereo Video
02:02 Support
02:19 About the 1-S Pressing
03:27 The Other Pressings
03:38 Question: Why No AP Reissue
05:25 What Does Valin Say About LSC-2419?
06:59 General Characteristics
07:45 The Classic Records Pressing
11:44 The Shaded Dog 1-S
13:14 The Plum Label Victrola
15:51 Conclusion

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Chris Cheek’s Keepers of the Eastern Door – Audiophile One-Step from Analog Tone Factory

The Pressing Matters 2025-07-11 | In this video, I review the stunning new all-analog vinyl release of Keepers of the Eastern Door by saxophonist Chris Cheek, produced by the newly launched audiophile label Analog Tone Factory. Founded by acclaimed musician and producer Jerome Sabbagh, Analog Tone Factory is making a bold entrance with this beautifully executed release—crafted with serious listeners in mind.

This album is a pure analog experience, recorded live in the studio directly to ½” 30 ips analog tape, with no overdubs. It’s a showcase of real-time musicianship and sonic integrity that’s increasingly rare in modern jazz recordings.

Featuring an all-star lineup—Bill Frisell on guitar, Tony Scherr on bass, and Rudy Royston on drums—Cheek leads a session that’s intimate, expressive, and deeply immersive. These are musicians at the top of their game, captured with exceptional clarity and warmth.

The edition under review is a numbered One-Step pressing, limited to just 500 copies, and expertly pressed at Gotta Groove Record Pressing, known for their high-quality vinyl output. This pressing will appeal not just to jazz lovers but to audiophiles seeking top-tier analog sound.

Keepers of the Eastern Door is available in multiple formats, including vinyl, CD, digital streaming, and even reel-to-reel tape—a nod to both old-school fidelity and modern accessibility.

Whether you’re a vinyl collector, a hi-fi enthusiast, or a serious jazz fan, this is a release worth paying attention to. Tune in for the full breakdown of sound, pressing quality, and musical impact.

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00:00 Introduction
01:13 My Interest In Jazz
02:04 How This Was Recorded
02:28 The Musicians
02:48 The Material
03:15 More About The Recording
05:39 About The Music
07:35 The Sound
09:43 About The Pressing
10:14 Conclusion

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For Earth Below at 50: Robin Trowers Forgotten Gem

The Pressing Matters 2025-07-07 | In this episode of The Pressing Matters, I dive into the new 50th Anniversary vinyl reissue of Robin Trower’s For Earth Below. But this isn’t just a review — it’s also the story of the unforgettable way I first heard this record, and how that moment imprinted the music on me forever.
I’ll cover the pressing quality, sound details, packaging, and whether this reissue is worth your time and money — especially if you’re a longtime Trower fan or just discovering his music through vinyl.

Like / Comment / Subscribe for more vinyl reviews, pressing shootouts, and audiophile insights every week.

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00:00 Introduction

01:41 The First Two Album Reviews
02:09 History
04:20 Why I Love This Album
05:42 James Dewar
06:38 The Songs
08:04 The 50th Anniversary Edition
12:47 Conclusion

Revisiting The MOFI One Steps Part Two

The Pressing Matters 2025-07-04 | Part Two of a survey through 15 Mobile Fidelity One Step titles in my collection.. Mobile Fidelity made quite a splash with the initial Mofi One Step release, Santana's Abraxas. I remember seeing it advertised and thought it was too much money! So, though I passed on that one, I soon started picking up everything I could. Some MOFI One Steps sre superb, others forgettable. With advances in my reference system, I thought it would be interesting to do a quick revisit of what I have here. These comments are not based on shootouts (though I have done some) but more to see if they hold up on a more revealing system, ans if I can enjoy them on their own merits.

Please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE if you'd like to see Part Three, where I open and shout-out my one sealed Mofi One Step, the rare Sunday At The Village Vanguard by The Bill Evans Trio. For that I will be collaborating with Oswaldo Martinez at Let There Be Sound, and it will be a blind listening test.
The copies will include the Mofi One Step, The Analogue Productions UHQR, the Craft Original Jazz Classic, the Analogue Productions 2x45, and the Alto Analogue pressings.

Related Videos:
My Journey Back Through MOFI One Step Vinyl Collection
youtu.be/5R-UewRCdrM

Yes Fragile- Exploring Eight Different Pressings
youtu.be/kiHzarmsS2o

Crosby, Stills & Nash - Analogue Productions Atlantic 75 Comparison
youtu.be/6qfYcDYicrg

Eagles Hotel California Shootout -OG, MFSL, DCC, MOFI ONE STEP
youtu.be/AFRQJeS9WvU

From Elvis In Memphis One Step vs MFSL (1981) Pressing Shootout
youtu.be/2kTr_Bc98oE

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-Sweetvinyl Sugarcube SC-1 Mini
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00:00 Introduction
00:56 The Shootout
01:46 Yes Fragile
03:36 Paul Simon Still Crazy
05:15 From Elvis In Memphis
07:45 Muddy Waters Folk Singer
09:17 Crosby Stills & Nash S/T
10:57 Eagles S/T
12:01 Carole King Tapestry
13:49 Conclusion

Bill Evans Moon Beams - Craft Original Jazz Classics

The Pressing Matters 2025-06-26 | Moonbeams by The Bill Evans Trio is one of the most intimate, lyrical and emotionally resonant jazz albums of the 1960's - and in this video, I compare the brand new Craft Original Jazz Classics reissue with and earlier OJC cut in 1990.
The new reissue is mastered in an all analog process from the original master tapes by Kevin Gray at Cohearant. It is pressed on 180gm vinyl at RTI. The heavy duty gloss front tip on jacket is by Stoughton Printing.
The earlier OJC release was remastered by Phil Delancy, possibly from a digital source.
We'll look a bit at the history and importance of Moonbeams, recorded in 1962, shortly after the tragic loss od bassist Scott La Faro. With Chuck Isreals on bass and Paul Motian on drums, this was Bill Evans return to the studio - and the result is a stunning collection of ballads filled with space, nuance and reflection.
Whether you're a jazz fan, audiophile of vinyl collector, this one's for you.

Craft Original Jazz Classics Playlist

youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEYEO1n58bC8vv7WUTXtR0mIf1Sr3OU2u&si=DOu3RShUoNBFvE1o

Bill Evans Trio Sunday At The Village Vanguard - Original Jazz Classics Vinyl
youtu.be/IBo2-FOJAXE

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00:00 Introduction
01:31 History
02:21 An Emotional Highlight
04:07 The 1990 OJC
06:01 The 2025 OJC
08:04 Conclusion

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Vinyl Time Capsule: What’s in the Box of 50s & 60s Records?

The Pressing Matters 2025-06-23 | In this video, I open a box of 30 handpicked thrift store records—all sourced from the West Coast! A friend sends me photos from the bins, I choose what I want, and once we hit 30 LPs, the box is shipped my way. It’s like crate digging by proxy—and now you’re invited to the reveal.

Join me for a nostalgic trip through forgotten treasures from the late ’50s and ’60s. This stack includes:
• RCA Living Stereo and Victrola
• Mercury Perfect Presence Sound
• London Phase 4
• Command Records
• Project 3
• And other hi-fi label oddities

Expect classical, obscure pop, lush vocal albums, and some sonic surprises—all with that rich vintage sound.

👉 If you love vinyl, high-fidelity recordings, and crate digging, this one’s for you. Drop a comment with your favorites from the stack!

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00:00 Introduction
01:36 Let's Open It!
03:11 The Records, One By One
30:58 Conclusion

Stravinskys Firebird Shootout - One Left Me Speechless!

The Pressing Matters 2025-06-19 | In this video, I compare two legendary recordings of Stravinsky’s The Firebird—each a standout in its own right, but one absolutely blew me away.

The first is the 1958 Decca release featuring L’Orchestre de la Suisse Romande conducted by Ernest Ansermet, a conductor closely associated with Stravinsky himself. The second is the Mercury Living Presence recording with the London Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Antal Dorati, known for its powerful dynamics and vivid stereo imaging.

Both of these recordings are considered classics by audiophiles and collectors, but how do they hold up in a head-to-head listening comparison? I dive into the sonic details, pressing quality, and overall musical impact to find out which one truly captures the fire and beauty of Stravinsky’s masterpiece.

🎧 Whether you’re a vinyl lover, classical music fan, or just curious how different interpretations of the same piece can dramatically shift the experience, this shootout has something for you.

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-Miyajima Labs Infinity Mono MC Cartridge
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-Degritter Ultrasonic Record Cleaner
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00:00 Introduction
00:50 Support
01:13 The Decca Ansermet Recording
05:37 The Mercury Dorati Recording
09:18 Conclusion

Dan Fogelberg Souvenirs on Vinyl - Which Pressing Should You Own?

The Pressing Matters 2025-06-16 | #DanFogelberg #VinylShootout #AudiophileVinyl

I put three different vinyl pressings of Dan Fogelberg’s classic *Souvenirs* album to the test — and the results may surprise you. In this video, I compare sound quality, pressing details, and overall listening experience to find out which version comes out on top.

If you're an audiophile, record collector, or just a Dan Fogelberg fan, this one's for you. Whether you're hunting for the best-sounding copy or just curious about how different pressings stack up, I break it all down in detail.

🎧 Records Compared:
- U.S. original Full Moon label, 1974
- Friday Music remaster, blue vinyl, 2016
- Impex remaster 2025

The Impex edition of Dan Fogelberg Souvenirs is newly mastered and cut all analog from a 1:1 copy of the original master tape by Chris Bellman at Bernie Grundman Mastering. It is pressed on 180gm vinyl at Fidelity Record Pressing and housed in a deluxe Stoughton Printing gatefold jacket, with gold embossing and includes a booklet with an essay by noted historian Charles Granata.

🔍 Topics Covered:
- Vinyl mastering differences
- Pressing quality + label details
- Soundstage, clarity, warmth, and dynamics
- My personal pick for the best version

👉 **Let me know in the comments**: What’s your favorite Dan Fogelberg album? Do you have a preferred pressing of *Souvenirs*?

🎶 Subscribe for more vinyl shootouts, audiophile tips, and record collector deep dives.

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00:00 Introduction
02:27 My Limited History With Fogelberg
03:09 Musicians
03:50 The Original Pressing
05:43 The Friday Music Pressing
07:22 The Impex Pressing
10:19 The Fidelity Pressing Quality
11:36 Conclusion

12 Hidden Gems from RCA’s Living Stereo Vinyl Series | Vintage Record Review

The Pressing Matters 2025-06-12 | Step back into the golden age of high fidelity! In this video, I review 12 vintage vinyl records from RCA Victor’s legendary Living Stereo series, released in the late 1950s. These audiophile classics are a must for vinyl collectors, hi-fi enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates music history.

🎧 Expect a mix of thrift store gems, nostalgic artwork, and rich stereo sound that defined an era.

👉 If you’re into vintage vinyl, audiophile pressings, or collecting Living Stereo records, this one’s for you.

🕰️ Featuring: Vocal, jazz, and pop LPs — all original pressings from RCA’s golden age.

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More Gems From The Living Stereo Popular Series is the third installment of my survey into RCA Victor's vast catalog of popular recordins issued under the Living Stereo banner. I found quite a few gems this time and a few misses, records that are pretty forgettable. This episode features some choice Living Stereo Popular titles from Henry Mancini, Esquivel, Della Reese and more!

Previous videos in this series include:

The Wild World Of RCA Living Stereo Popular Records
youtu.be/X2x6KF0nYBo

More Gems From The RCA Living Stereo Popular Catalog
youtu.be/BdlWVY3NjKw

Related Video
Chet Atkins Living Stereo Records - Five Great Sounding Albums
youtu.be/MeEpQWVyxBY

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00:00 Introduction
01:48 Support
02:14 The Three Suns
04:25 George Siravo And His Orchestra
05:58 Bob And Raay
06:58 The Ames Brothers
08:24 Reg Owen And His Orchestra
09:46 Henry Mancini
11:37 Esquivel
13:12 Buddy Morrow And His Orchestra
14:26 Shorty Rodgers
15:47 Della Reese
16:32 The Royal Highland Regiment
17:34 Gogi Grant
18:56 Jerome Hines
19:35 Conclusio

1812 Overture on Vinyl: 6 Legendary Recordings Compared – Which One Wins?

The Pressing Matters 2025-06-08 | 🎶 Which vinyl pressing of Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture sounds the best? In this video, I compare 6 legendary recordings—from audiophile favorites to vintage classics—to find out who truly delivers the most powerful performance and best sound.

I compare the pressings not just for audio quality, but also for interpretation and historical value. Whether you’re into classical vinyl, hi-fi gear, or vintage records, this deep-dive shootout is for you. Tchaikovsky 1812 Overture has been recorded countless times in the golden age of stereo recording. In this video I look at six different performances of this composition, and attempt to find my favorite.

Included are preformances of the Tchaikovsky 1812 Overture from Fritz Reiner with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Antal Dorati with the Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra, Kenneth Alwyn with The London Symphony Orchestra, Erich Kunzel with the Cinncinati Symphony Orchestra and Morton Gould.

💬 Let me know in the comments: Which is your favorite 1812 Overture on vinyl?

📺 Subscribe for more vinyl comparisons, pressings shootouts, and classical record history: youtube.com/@ThePressingMatters?si=vitbmLBMTYzCJvqu

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-Miyajima Labs Infinity Mono MC Cartridge
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-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
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00:00 Introduction
03:56 Morton Gould - RCA Living Stereo
07:29 Fritz Reiner - RCA Living Stereo
10:28 Antal Dorati - Mercury Living Presence
15:41 Erich Kunzel - Telarc
18:25 Kenneth Alwyn - Decca
20:44 Alexander Gibson - Readers Digest
22:23 Conclusion

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Virtual Crate Digging: Thrift Store Vinyl Finds You Won’t Believe

The Pressing Matters 2025-06-04 | #vinylhaul
#cratedigging
#thriftstorevinyl

💿 Crate digging is alive and well—just not where I expected!

I used to love hitting Miami thrift stores for vinyl, but the scene here has really dried up. Thankfully, a friend of the channel who works at a thrift spot in California has become my vinyl scout. Every couple of months, he sends me a surprise box full of thrift store finds—and today, I’m sharing the latest haul with you!

From jazz to pop to classical, this is a true vinyl treasure box. If you love crate digging, record collecting, and vintage vinyl discoveries, you’ll love what’s inside.

🎥 In this video:
• Virtual crate digging made easy
• Commentary on the records that came in
• Why this kind of haul still excites me as a collector

🎧 Do you still dig at thrift stores? What’s your best $1 find? Let me know in the comments!

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00:00 Introduction
02:27 Let's Open It!
26:39 Conclusion

Billie Holiday All Or Nothing At All - Acoustic Sounds Series Vinyl

The Pressing Matters 2025-05-29 | Billie Holiday All Or Nothing At All is one of my favorite albums from Billie's Verve years. This video focuses on a comparison between the Analogue Productions Verve 45 Series release cut by George Marino in 2012, and the new Acoustic Sounds Verve Series release cut at 33 rpm by Matt Luthans at The Mastering Lab. This release of All Or Nothing At All is pressed on 180gm vinyl at Quality Record Pressing and housed in a gorgeous high gloss gatefold jacket by Stoughton Printing.

My written review of this release is up now at Audiophilia!

audiophilia.com/reviews/2025/5/28/billie-holiday-all-or-nothing-at-all-acoustic-sounds-verve-series-vinyl-2025

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-Ortofon Quintet Black 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
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-Pioneer RT-707 Reel To Reel Tape Deck
-Ramar Record Brush
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00:00 Introduction
01:22 Support
01:59 History
03:32 The Songs
05:18 The AP / Verve 45 Series
06:20 The AS Verve Series 33
09:18 Conclusion

@acousticsoundsks

A Beginners Guide to Collecting RCA Living Stereo Classical Vinyl

The Pressing Matters 2025-05-22 | This is part one of two videos focusing on the basics of what you need to know when collecting original RCA Living Stereo classical records. Part two will focus on stamper variations, and specific recommendations from myself and the pioneers on this subject.

Collecting RCA Living Stereo classical records has been one of the most rewarding facets of my interest in this hobby. Join me as I share the insights and information I have gathered throught the years.

00:00 Introduction
01:56 The Golden Age
03:07 Personal Memories
05:44 Some History
09:22 The First Records
10:27 A Word About Mono
12:00 The Period In Question
12:55 The Jacket Identifiers
14:08 Allternate Jackets
14:54 The Later Logos
16:45 The Dynagroove Logo
17:09 The Labels
26:11 The Pressing Plants
27:47 Cleaning
29:16 Decca Recordings
30:12 Further Details
31:22 Conclusion

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-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.

Analogue Productions Breathes Life Into Jethro Tull Benefit

The Pressing Matters 2025-05-19 | Jethro Tull Benefit, released in 1970, is a compelling album that showcases the band's evolving blend of progressive rock, folk influences, and Ian Anderso'ns distinctive flute playing.
The new Analogue Productions reissue of Jethro Tull Benefit, has been mastered from the US and UK master tapes by Matt Luthans at The Mastering Lab, cut on two 45rpm discs pressed on 180gm vinyl at Quality Record Pressings, and housed in a beautiful gatefold jacket by Stoughton Printing. This new edition contains a bonus track that only appeared on th UK release.
In this video, I compare it to two US pressings - an original Reprise label copy and the Chrysalis pressing that came later.

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-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
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-Perpetuum Ebner PE 6060 Turntable
-Ortofon Quintet Black 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.

00:00 Introduction
00:37 Previous Analogue Productions Releases
02:40 Thoughts on the Recording
04:26 The Chrysalis Pressing
05:14 The Reprise First Pressing
05:49 The Analogue Productions Pressing
08:09 The Sound
11:08 Conclusion

@acousticsoundsks

My Journey Back Through MOFI One Step Vinyl Collection

The Pressing Matters 2025-05-16 | Part one of a survey through 14 Mobile Fidelity One Step titles in my collection.. Mobile Fidelity made quite a splash with the initial One Step release, Santana's Abraxas. I remember seeing it advertised and thought it was too much money! So, though I passed on that one, I soon started picking up everything I could. Some MOFI One Steps sre superb, others forgettable. With advances in my reference system, I thought it would be interesting to do a quick revisit of what i have here. These comments are not based on shootouts (though I have done some) but more to see if they hold up on a more revealing system.

Please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE if you'd like to see Part Two, where were going to be a bit more critical.

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-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML MC Cartridge
-Phasemation PP-500 MC Cartridge
-Perpetuum Ebner PE 6060 Turntable
-Ortofon Quintet Black 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.

00:00 Introduction
03:56 The Nightfly
05:57 Bridge Over Troubled Water
08:01 Blood On The Tracks
08:48 What's Going On
10:03 Portrait In Jazz
11:12 Uh Um
12:15 Monk's Dream
13:07 Conclusion

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Patricia Barber Modern Cool - Impex 2025 Vinyl Review

The Pressing Matters 2025-05-08 | Impex Records IMP 6061 Patricia Barber Modern Cool

Impex has done it once again, and given us a beautiful and most likely definitive edition of Patricia Barber's follow up to Cafe Blue, 1998's Modern Cool. This edition of Modern Cool features all the music of the original CD release, and is mastered from the digital master by Bernie Grundman, using his analog mastering console, and analog lathe. The record is spread out over two 33rpm 180gm discs, pressed at Fidelity, and utilizes the VR900-D2 vinyl formula to provide the ultra silent pressings. The gorgeous heavy duty Stoughton tip on gatefold is printed using a variety of processes, giving us the best presentation of Modern Cool.

Late update: In a last minute update from Abey Fonn, she told me that engineer Jim Anderson has clarified the sourcing of the record. It is digitally recorded but mixed analog. The correct symbol on the jacket should be DAAA.
-Digital Recording
-Analog Mixing
-Analog Mastering
-Analog Lathe

Link to my written review at Audiophilia - audiophilia.com/reviews/2025/5/2/patricia-barber-modern-cool-impex-2025

As the video was already in the can, I wasn't able to correct this without a complete reshoot.

Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML MC Cartridge
-Phasemation PP-500 MC Cartridge
-Perpetuum Ebner PE 6060 Turntable
-Ortofon Quintet Black 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.

00:00 Introduction
01:00 About Cafe Blue
01:55 The Original Premonition Release
02:43 Sourcing
05:21 Jacket Comparison
09:09 Pressing And Labels
09:35 Why Not 45?
10:23 Sound Impressions
15:43 Conclusion

Mercury Living Presence - Ten Must Have Speakers Corner Reissues

The Pressing Matters 2025-04-23 | A selection of ten Mercury Living Presence reissues from Speakers Corner are feautured in today's video. The Mercury Living Presence catalog is full of fantastic recordings comprising large orchestral works, works for wind ensemble, organ recitals and piano music, both concertos and solo. The Mercury recordings feature a three microphone technique, which results in a wide dynamic range and a realistic, sometimes up front perspective. The Mercury Living Presence series is treasured among audiophiles, with original pressings fetching hundreds of dollars. In the early 2000s, the German company Speakers Corner reissued two dozen favorites from the Mercury catalog, many of them on The Absolute Sound Superdisc List. The Speakers Corner reissue series are all analog, beautifully pressed and presented with the iconic original artwork.
Although the series is out of print, minty copies can still be found for a reasonable amount, not much more than currently available audiophile reissues. With the supply of classical audiophile vinyl slowly dwindling, I wanted to highlight this superb series for my viewers.

Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML MC Cartridge
-Phasemation PP-500 MC Cartridge
-Perpetuum Ebner PE 6060 Turntable
-Ortofon Quintet Black 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.

00:00 Introduction
02:18 Two By Paul Paray
03:22 One From Antal Dorati
04:08 One From Marcel Dupre
05:10 One From Frederick Fennell
05:54 Two From Howard Hanson
07:13 Two From Byron Janis
08:57 A Killer Solo Piano Record!
10:28 Conclusion

The Hurdy Gurdy Man Returns: Donovans Mind-Bending Classic

The Pressing Matters 2025-04-20 | A nice surprise from Impex this month is an new audiophile vinyl reissue of Donovan's - The Hurdy Gurdy Man. This record was originally released on Epic Records in 1968, at the tail end of the psychedelic era.
The reissue of Donovan's Hurdy Gurdy Man is an all analog mastering, cut from the original master tape by Chris Bellman at Bernie Grundman Mastering. The record is pressed on 180gm vinyl at RTI, and housed in beautiful heavy duty single pocket jacket from Stoughton Printing, with a new four page card stock insert. The insert features new original design elements by Robeert Sliger, as well as an essay by historian Charles Granata.
Hurdy Gurdy Man incorporates elements of folk, hard rock, psychedelic, and eastern music. The record was produced in 1968, and was influenced by Donovan's trip to India with The Beatles. Mystical themes, chant and drone are used effectively.The title track features a harder edged sound thanks to the guitar solo by Jimmy Page

00:00 Introduction
00:58 The Impex Reissue
01:15 A Look At The Packaging
03:18 My Interest In This Era
04:07 The Zodiac Connection
04:44 The Music
06:38 Conclusion

Thank you to Executive Producer Abey Fonn, for sending a review copy of this record, and to the team at Impex for once again producting a superb reissue.

Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML MC Cartridge
-Phasemation PP-500 MC Cartridge
-Perpetuum Ebner PE 6060 Turntable
-Ortofon Quintet Black 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.

@ElusivediscInc

Tracy Chapman - Does The 2025 Rhino Have The Emotional Impact Intact?

The Pressing Matters 2025-04-17 | Today, I am weighing in on the new Rhino Tracy Chapman reissue, and how it compares sonically to earlier pressings including the Direct Metal Mastered OG, done at Masterdisk.
This was done on my own system, which is listed below, and at a special listening session on a much different system. The listening session was arranged by Harry Weisfeld of VPI Industries, with two of his friends, the host, Rich, and Leslie Brooks, who provided some fantastic tapes to listen to.

I want to thank all three gentleman, and of course Oswaldo for inviting me to this special meeting. It was so much fun!
Watch until the end to see what the results were!

The Rhino reissue of Tracy Chapman's debut album is mastered from an analog tape that was done at the time by Robert Ludwig. The new cut was done by Bernie Grundman. This does not mean that is is an AAA reissue however. The original recording of Tracy Chapman was recorded and mixed digitally. The pressing and packaging are beautifully done and the reissue comes in at $24.95.
The reissue is available worldwide.

Thank you To John Deuble who provided the original pressing of Tracy Chapman for me to use in my review

Update: It has come to my attention than the early pressing described in the video is actually a Columbia Record Club pressing from 1988.

Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML MC Cartridge
-Phasemation PP-500 MC Cartridge
-Perpetuum Ebner PE 6060 Turntable
-Ortofon Quintet Black 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.

00:00 Introduction
01:15 Memories
02:12 About The Rhino Reissue
02:54 The Early Pressing
04:12 Sound Impressions of the Original
06:33 Sound Impressions of the Rhino
09:03 A Call To Oswaldo
09:47 The Listening Session
12:31 Conclusion

Audio Art Cable - A Complete System Update - First Look!

The Pressing Matters 2025-04-15 | This system update video focuses on a cable upgrade that I recently made for my system.
The cables chosen to rewire my system come from Audio Art Cable. Working with the founder of Audio Art, Rob Fritz, I was able to address an area in my system that was being overlooked. After several consultations, we chose products from different levels, each ideally suited to its application within the system. This is a complete loom of cables that include power cords, interconnects and speaker cable. Today I show you what was chosen with some brief information about each cable.
The Audio Art Cables chosen include:

Audio Art Cable Classic Plus Cryo AC Cables with Gold Plated Furtech Plug Set

Audio Art Cable e2.2 Cryo Interconnect Cables with Gold Plated Furtech RCA Connectors

audio Art Cables IC-3 Classic Interconnect Cable Gold Plated RCA Connectors

Audio Art Cable SC-5 ePlus Cryo Speaker Cable with Gold Plated Banana Connectors

All cables were treated to various periods of burn-in on the audiodharma Cable Cooker conditioning service.

A big thank you goes to Anthony Kershaw, Publisher and Editor of Audiophilia for his advice, and for getting the ball rolling on this project, and of course to Rob Fritz for his time, expertise, and generosity in every aspect of this upgrade.

Please take a look at the complete line on the website. You can also contact Rob Fritz directly at the resources below

Audio Art Cable Website
audioartcable.com

Rob Fritz
Audio Art Cable
619-255-6451
robfritz@cox.net

Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML MC Cartridge
-Phasemation PP-500 MC Cartridge
Perpetuum Ebner PE 6060 Turntable
Ortofon Quintet Black 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.

00:00 Introduction
00:48 About Audio Art Cable
01:50 The Consultation
02:51 Power Cables
05:14 Interconnects
06:34 Speaker Cable
09:05 Conclusion

K.D. Lang Ingénue One Step - Because Sound Matters

The Pressing Matters 2025-04-07 | K.D Lang - Ingenue
Sire/Warner Because Sound Matters One Step Edition (2025)

You can read my full review at audiophilia.com/reviews/2025/4/6/kd-lang-ingenuebecause-sound-matters-one-step-vinyl-2025

You can hear a clip created by my friend Oswaldo Martinez at his Youtube channel, Let There Be Sound.
youtu.be/dPla8QhsoY8?si=UCAsRdrhQKLe6jXa

K.D. Lang's second solo album, Ingénue has just been reissued for the first time in a AAA cut from the master tape. The new reissue is mastered from the original analog master tape by Chris Bellman at Bernie Grundman Mastering. This edition of Ingenue employs the One Step process and is pressed at RTI on 180gm High Definition Vinyl. The gatefold jacket and slipcase are from Stoughton Printing.

K. D. Lang's Ingénue was released in 1992. There was a vinyl issue released in Europe at the time, but most countries had to content themselves with the CD or cassette tape versions. Although it was recorded to analog tape, that record and of course the CD were from digital. The recording was
made at Vancouver Studios by Greg Penny and Marc Ramaer.

I've copied and pasted the credits for the additional musicians on each song from Discogs to show the wide variety in instrumentation of this record:

Save Me
Acoustic Bass – David Piltch
Lap Steel Guitar – Greg Leisz
Tambura [Tamboura] – k.d. lang

The Mind Of Love
Steel Guitar – Greg Leisz

Miss Chatelaine
Strings [Guest Pizzicato] – Martin Laba

Wash Me Clean
Acoustic Guitar – k.d. lang
Acoustic Guitar [Solo] – Ben Mink
Electric Guitar – Ben Mink
Marimba – Gary Burton
Pedal Steel Guitar – Greg Leisz

So Shall It Be
Drum Machine [Beat Box] – Greg Penny
Guitar – k.d. lang

Still Thrives This Love
Acoustic Bass – David Piltch
Acoustic Guitar – Ben Mink
Cello – John Friesen
Clarinet – Myron Schultz
Mandolin – k.d. lang
Marimba – Gary Burton
Percussion – Sal Ferreras
Santoor [Santur] – Teddy Borowiecki
Strings [Guest Pizzicato] – Ingrid Friesen

Season Of Hollow Soul
Cello – John Friesen
Clarinet – Myron Schultz
Timpani – Graham Boyle
Vocals [Additional] – Rosel Zech

Outside Myself
Electric Bass [Fretless] – David Piltch
Keyboards – Teddy Borowiecki
Steel Guitar – Greg Leisz
Tambourine – Graham Boyle

Tears Of Love's Recall
Acoustic Guitar – Ben Mink
Cello – John Friesen

Constant Craving
Vocals [Additional] – Sue Leonard

Numbered, Limited Edition
Strict One-Time Pressing of 3,000 Copies
All-Analog (AAA) One-Step Vinyl Version
Neotech VR900-D2 180g High Performance Vinyl
Audio Source: Original Analog Master Tapes
First Time the Original Analog Master Tapes Have Been Used as a Vinyl Source
Vinyl Mastering by Chris Bellman at Bernie Grundman Mastering
One-Step Process by Dorin Sauerbier at Record Technology, Inc.
Pressed at Record Technology, Inc.
Packaging by Stoughton Printing Company
"Old Style" Gatefold Tip-On Jacket with Original Artwork
Foil-Stamped, Uniquely Designed Numbered Slipcase

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.

Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML MC Cartridge
-Phasemation PP-500 MC Cartridge
Perpetuum Ebner PE 6060 Turntable
Ortofon Quintet Black 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.

00:00 Introduction
01:32 About Because Sound Matters
02:37 Support
03:00 Packaging and Pressing
07:05 Sibilance
08:39 Music and Sonics
12:28 Conclusion

Rhino High Fidelity Unleashes Black Sabbath Paranoid

The Pressing Matters 2025-03-30 | The Rhino High Fidelity release of Black Sabbath Paranoid has arrived! Today i take a look at this version and delve into the music and memories of listening to this groundbreaking album.
The Rhino High Fidelity of Black Sabbath Paranoid is an all analog, AAA mastering from the original master tape by Kevin Gray at Cohearant. The record was pressed at Optimal, Germany and is housed in a heavy duty high gloss gatefold jacket by Stoughton Printing. Included is an essay and photos of the master tape used for this edition.

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.

Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML MC Cartridge
-Phasemation PP-500 MC Cartridge
Perpetuum Ebner PE 6060 Turntable
Ortofon Quintet Black 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.

00:00 Introduction
01:37 The Rhino High Fidelity Release
03:16 Key Pressings and Cost
04:01 Sound And Music Impression
11:34 Conclusion

The Pioneer RT-707 Reel To Reel Tape Deck - Tape To Disc Comparison

The Pressing Matters 2025-03-28 | My beloved Pioneer RT-707 Reel To Reel Tape Deck had been dormant for several years. When I moved to my current location, I had declined to set it up. I knew it needed to be serviced to bring it back to life, and this recently came to pass! My audio dealer and good friend Oswaldo Martinez, of Let There Be Sound knew the Pioneer RT-707 could sound wonderful, if it had a good going over by an expert. That person was Jeffrey Ting, an avid fan of all things tape and a knowledgable technician, who decided to take up the challenge. The results were more than I could have imagined!

Part of this video is, of course, the tape to disc comparisons of Simon & Garfunkel's Bookends, and Bruno Walter's Beethoven Symphony No. 6 "Pastoral. However there is another element to it as well - a mystery tape prepared by Oswaldo that blew my mind.

A demo video prepared by Oswaldo of tracks from the tape he made for me played back on my Pioneer RT-707 Reel To Reel Tape Deck

The Sound Of Silence by Geoff Castelucci
youtu.be/Qo0ySbuN2gs?si=NTfGjqWE-ie55F1e

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.

Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML MC Cartridge
-Phasemation PP-500 MC Cartridge
Perpetuum Ebner PE 6060 Turntable
Ortofon Quintet Black 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.

00:00 Introduction
01:35 System Changes
03:11 The Mystery Tape
06:35 Previous Tape to Disc Comparison
07:25 The Bookends Comparison
10:37 The Pastoral Comparison
13:07 Conclusion

Eight Great EMI Testament Classical Vinyl Reissues

The Pressing Matters 2025-03-17 | Today, I have an introduction to the EMI Testament vinyl reissue series, largely drawn from the EMI Columbia and EMI Capitol labels. Featuring some of the greatest artists of the period from 1959-1962, this video will focus on four albums from violinist Leonid Kogan, one from violinist Micheal Rabin, two from Soprano Maria Callas and one from soprano Elizabeth Schwarzkopf. The label features all analog remastering, cut from the original master tapes, and reproductins of the original artwork and labels.
Many of these records are extremely expensive in thier original first UK pressings, with the Kogan/Beethoven regularly selling for over $7000.00 for a near-mint copy. The availability is slowly drying up, but a number of these are still available at the original retail price of $34.95 from the audiophile retailers. I do not expect to see all analog reissues of this material again, making this video both timely and important.

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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.

Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML MC Cartridge
-Phasemation PP-500 MC Cartridge
Perpetuum Ebner PE 6060 Turntable
Ortofon Quintet Black 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.
00:00 Introduction
01:21 About Testament
02:23 Leonid Kogan
07:38 Michael Rabin
08:34 Maria Callas
11:26 Elizabeth Schwarzkopf
13:18 Conclusion

Perpetuum Ebner PE 6060 Turntable - First Look And Set Up!

The Pressing Matters 2025-03-13 | Today a quick video to show you the beautiful Perpetuum Ebner PE 6060 Turntable that I have had in house for review for both The Pressing Matters and Audiophilia. In this video, I show you how simple this is to set up and look at some of the features of this German made beauty. I will follow up with another video in a month or so to give you my impression of the sound, as the cartridge should be fully broken in.
The Perpetuum Ebner line is produced by We Audio Systems in Germany. They have honored the rich legacy of the Perpetuum Ebner name, by utilizing some of the original engineers from Dual, who Perpetuum Ebner merged with in the 1970's. The PE 6060 is the top of the line belt drive model, and is set up at the factory with an Ortofon Quintet Black S Cartridge.

Type: Sub-chassis turntable
Drive type: Subplatter (Aluminium)
Motor: Synchronous motor
Material: Aluminium, damped
Platter Weight: 3.5 KG
Platter Thickness: 37 mm
Tonearm: 9“ Carbon tonearm PE TO 2018
Cartridge: Ortofon MC Quintet Black S
Equipment feet: Damped (Sorbothane), height-adjustable
Dimensions (W / D / H): 470 mm / 340 mm / 175 mm
US retail approximately $7,300 with cartridge.

“To get an idea of how this fabulous turntable sounds please check out the following videos on my friend Oz Martinez’z Let There Be Sound YouTube channel:”

Squonk - Genesis
youtu.be/CadIphBF9bs

Waitin’For The Bus -ZZ Top
youtu.be/rBFVE-M0KJU

Black Friday -Steely Dan
youtu.be/yz7cDwHQnY8

Stella By Starlight -Miles Davis
youtu.be/pA1oiRm8fIU

“WE AUDIO SYSTEMS KG is a young, dynamic company with the aim of developing and building high-quality consumer electronics devices made in Black Forest.Timeless design, sophisticated technology and high-quality processing are the basic components of the products of WE AUDIO SYSTEMS KG.”

My full written review will be published in two months on the Audiophilia website, here: audiophilia.com

The Perpetuum Ebner PE 6060 Turntable is distributed in North America by American Sound of Canada. You can access the website here:
americansound.com

00:00 Introduction
00:57 History
01:53 Visual Impression
02:26 Set Up
06:49 Conclusion

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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.

Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML MC Cartridge
-Phasemation PP-500 MC Cartridge
-Perpetuum Ebner PE 6060 Turntable
-Ortofon Quintet Black 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.

RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Heifetz - Scottish Fantasy

The Pressing Matters 2025-03-06 | -RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison Series
RCA LSC-2603
Bruch - Scottish Fantasy, Vieuxtemps - Concerto No. 5
Jascha Heifetz - Violinist
New Symphony Orchestra Of London
Malcolm Sargent, Conductor
Kenneth Wilkinson, Engineer

Today, as part of my series of RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparisons, I listened to four different pressings of this masterpiece. On hand were:

-RCA Victor Living Stereo White Dog label pressing, 13S, 11S
Classic Records Living Stereo 33 1/3 rpm pressing
-Classic Records Living Stereo 45 rpm pressing
-Analogue Productions Living Stereo pressing

One pressing surpassed them all. I hope you enjoy this video!

Recent Living Stereo Videos:

Top 10 Must Have Titles From Analogue Productions RCA Living Stereo
youtu.be/EU1Szjz3Ri0
The Final Act For Analogue Productions RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Series
youtu.be/3lupP1Nh5Ds
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Lalo - Szeryng / Hendl / CSO
youtu.be/mZvUaFdo3UI
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - The Four Seasons - Societa Corelli
youtu.be/wS9GCMV4BXU
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Spain - Reiner / CSO
youtu.be/FRtCt5rW3RA
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Arthur Rubinstein - Chopin
youtu.be/f1sByrhKhLA
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Debussy / Ibert - Munch / BSO
youtu.be/LBLJjEvXf_Y
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl - Walton Facade / Fistoulari / ROHO
youtu.be/rOP1niBqRlk
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl - Rubinstein / Reiner / Rachmaninoff
youtu.be/e6inTGakj7M
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Sibelius / Gibson / LSO
youtu.be/xRbBWi3-_A0

For the complete Analogue Productions RCA Living Stereo Vinyl comparisons playlist, click here:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEYEO1n58bC_18mKx1Zbmcfi2980ZFX48

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.

Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML MC Cartridge
-Phasemation PP-500 MC Cartridge
Perpetuum Ebner PE 6060 Turntable
Ortofon Quintet Black 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.

00:00 Introduction
00:49 Essential Videos
02:22 Early Reviews
03:17 The White Dog Pressing
04:39 The Classic 33 Pressing
05:29 The Classic 45 Pressing
06:40 The Analogue Productions Pressing
08:05 About The Music
08:59 Conclusion

@acousticsoundsks

A Survey of Experimental Avant-Garde and Electronic Music

The Pressing Matters 2025-02-27 | A Survey Of Experimental Avant Garde And Electronic Music On Vinyl

Today, a spur of the moment video idea came out of a listening session with one album in this survey. I was so taken with it, that I decided to pull a selection of albums from some of the most famous composers and artists in experimental avant-garde and electronic music from that 1950's to the 1980's. Many are important and groundbreaking works of audio art.

Experimental avant garde music encompasses early experiments with magnetic tape manipulation, environmental sounds, percussion, poetry, voice, noise, minimalism, and manipulation of traditional instruments, as well as creation of new instruments.

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Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML 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
-Studer Revox A77 Reel To Reel Tape Deck
-Ramar Record Brush

The reference system is wired exclusively with Audio Art cables.

00:00 Introduction
01:20 Laurie Anderson
03:19 Steve Reich
04:36 Pierre Henry
05:54 Karlheinz Stockhausen
06:29 Philip Glass
07:52 John Cage
09:51 Edgar Varese
10:35 Carlos Chavez
11:34 Percusssion Music
13:36 Charles Wuorien
14:07 George Crumb
14:42 Pulse (Album)
15:48 Harry Partch
17:41 Conclusion

Crosby, Stills & Nash - CSN (1977) - Analogue Productions Atlantic 75

The Pressing Matters 2025-02-23 | Note: My full written review of the Analogue Productions Atlantic 75 release of CSN (1977) is now up at audiophilia.com/reviews/2025/2/22/crosby-stills-nash-csn-1977-analogue-productions-atlantic-75-45rpm-reissue-2025

One of the most anticipated releases in the Analogue Productions Atlantic 75 Series of vinyl reissues is the 1977 album from Crosby Stills & Nash simply titled CSN. It is the third studio album from David Crosby, Steven Stills, and Graham Nash. Today we take a look at this beautiful reissue which was cut at 45 rpm by Chris Bellman. The two record set is pressed at Quality Record Pressings, and housed in a deluxe Stoughton Jacket. I was able to compare the original pressing, and earlier cut at 33rpm by Chris Bellman for Rhino, and the new Analogue Productions Atlantic 75 release. Auditioning took place on the beautiful Perpetuum EbnerPE 6060 turntable, which is mounted with an Ortophon Quintet Black moving coil cartridge. The rest of the system is listed at the bottom of this description box.

Please take a moment to read the written review at audiophilia.com/reviews/2025/2/22/crosby-stills-nash-csn-1977-analogue-productions-atlantic-75-45rpm-reissue-2025 for the full picture of this wonderful record.

Thank you to Anthony Kershaw, editor and publisher of Audiophilia for his support and encouragement, and for arranging the review sample of the PE 6060.
Thank you to Angie Lisi of American Sound of Canada for supplying the review sample of the Perpetuum PE 6060 turntable.
Thank you to John Deuble, who helped reset the system and provided samples of the earlier records in this review.
Thank you to Oswaldo Martinez of Let There Be Sound for his knowledge and guidance in creating the reference system.

You can hear a sample cut from this pressing here:
Dark Star - Crosby Stills & Nash
youtu.be/PvihCaef5Hk?si=ROBovhQiZr8yjqN1

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Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML 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
-Studer Revox A77 Reel To Reel Tape Deck
-Ramar Record Brush

The reference system is wired exclusively with Audio Art cables.

@acousticsoundsks

00:00 Introduction
01:15 History
02:19 Previous Review
02:41 Pressings Compared
03:45 The Original Pressing
06:13 The 2017 Rhino Pressing
07:24 The Analogue Productions Pressing
08:43 The VSS Sleeves
10:15 Musical Impressions
16:16 Conclusion

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@AudiophiliaChannel

Top 10 Must Have Titles From Analogue Productions RCA Living Stereo

The Pressing Matters 2025-02-20 | Today I have decided to give you what in my opinion are the top ten must have titles from the remaining in stock titles from the Analogue Productions RCA Living Stereo Series. With titles dropping out of print rapidly over the last month, it's a good time to make sure you know the essentials.
Just for fun, I made it into a baker's dozen - thirteen titles from both the main series and the Decca series.

For the complete Analogue Productions RCA Living Stereo Vinyl comparisons playlist, click here:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEYEO1n58bC_18mKx1Zbmcfi2980ZFX48

Related Videos:
The Final Act For Analogue Productions RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Series
youtu.be/3lupP1Nh5Ds
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Lalo - Szeryng / Hendl / CSO
youtu.be/mZvUaFdo3UI
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - The Four Seasons - Societa Corelli
youtu.be/wS9GCMV4BXU
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Spain - Reiner / CSO
youtu.be/FRtCt5rW3RA
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Arthur Rubinstein - Chopin
youtu.be/f1sByrhKhLA
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Debussy / Ibert - Munch / BSO
youtu.be/LBLJjEvXf_Y
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl - Walton Facade / Fistoulari / ROHO
youtu.be/rOP1niBqRlk
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl - Rubinstein / Reiner / Rachmaninoff
youtu.be/e6inTGakj7M
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Sibelius / Gibson / LSO
youtu.be/xRbBWi3-_A0

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Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML 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
-Studer Revox A77 Reel To Reel Tape Deck
-Ramar Record Brush

The reference system is wired exclusively with Audio Art cables.

@acousticsoundsks

Ramar Record Brush Review - A Beautiful And Effective Accessory

The Pressing Matters 2025-02-18 | The Ramar Record Brush designed in Berlin, Germany, is a high end audio accessory that definitely raised a few eyebrows when it debuted. Not only for its incredible beauty and elegance, but for its cost. The brush won the Product of the Year award in The Absolute Sound the year of it's launch, and has found its way into the hands of discerning audiophiles who demand the very best, not only in effectiveness, but in beauty of execution and meticulous attention to detail.
The brush is designed by Rangel Vasev, and features a case made from a solid block of wood, which is hand finished to perfection. There are five different types of wood finishes available. It employs both carbon fiber and goat hair in an elegant and timeless design. Included is a stainless steel stylus brush. The casing uses magnets to close the brush tightly, and also to hold the stylus brush in the lid. A felt and cork cleaning pad is included to remove dust from the brush after each use. All units are serial numbered, and can be refurbished, if necessary, at any time in the future.
Though it is one of the more expensive brushes on the market at $375.00 US, the value is there for those who appreciate fine design and craftsmanship. when you consider how often we interact with a record brush, and the value of what we are protecting, the cost suddenly seems more reasonable. It's a lifetime investment, a brush that will provide many years of use and pride of ownership.

The Ramar Record Brush is available from Ramar Berlin
https://ramar.berlin/en/

00:00 Introduction
01:54 The Ramar Record Brush
07:46 Conclusion

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Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Perpetuum Ebner PE 6000 Turntable
-Ortophon Quintete Black MC Cartridge
-Hana ML 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
-Audio Art Power Cables, Interconnect and Speaker Cables
-Degritter Ultrasonic Record Cleaner
-VPI 16.5 Vacuum Record Cleaner
-Sweetvinyl Sugarcube SC-1 Mini
-Studer Revox A77 Reel To Reel Tape Deck
-Ramar Record Brush

The reference system is wired exclusively with Audio Art cables.

RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Lalo - Szeryng / Hendl / CSO

The Pressing Matters 2025-02-10 | RCA Victor Living Stereo
LSC- 2456 - Lalo Symphonie Espagnole
Walter Hendl / Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Henryk Szeryng, Violin

A great RCA Living Stereo title, recorded in 1961 by John Crawford at Chicago's Orchestra Hall.
I have five editions to discuss today including:
Shaded Dog 4S/4S
Plum Victrola 1S/5S
4 Track Tape
Classic Records
Analogue Productions

00:00 Introduction
00:49 The Shaded Dog Pressing
05:26 The 4 Track Tape
05:45 The Victrola Plum Label Pressing
06:47 The Classic Records Pressing
09:11 The Analogue Productions Pressing
10:47 The 4 Track Tape
12:37 Conclusion

Related Videos:
The Final Act For Analogue Productions RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Series
youtu.be/3lupP1Nh5Ds
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - The Four Seasons - Societa Corelli
youtu.be/wS9GCMV4BXU
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Spain - Reiner / CSO
youtu.be/FRtCt5rW3RA
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Arthur Rubinstein - Chopin
youtu.be/f1sByrhKhLA
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Debussy / Ibert - Munch / BSO
youtu.be/LBLJjEvXf_Y
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl - Walton Facade / Fistoulari / ROHO
youtu.be/rOP1niBqRlk
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl - Rubinstein / Reiner / Rachmaninoff
youtu.be/e6inTGakj7M
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Sibelius / Gibson / LSO
youtu.be/xRbBWi3-_A0

Analogue Productions RCA Living Stereo Series Playlist
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEYEO1n58bC_18mKx1Zbmcfi2980ZFX48

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Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML 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
-Studer Revox A77 Reel To Reel Tape Deck
-Ramar Record Brush

The reference system is wired exclusively with Audio Art cables.

@acousticsoundsks

System Update! Major Preview Video!

The Pressing Matters 2025-02-03 | Today I have a very special video for you, highlighting a group of components, cables and accessories that are coming up for review. Included in this are products from Perpetuum Ebner, VPI, Miyajima Laboratory, Phasemation, Audio Technica, Audio Art Cables and Raymar.

Link to Anthony Kershaw's Audiophilia review for the Raymar Jewel Resonance Control Concept:
audiophilia.com/reviews/2024/9/9/jewel-resonance-control-concept
Link to the Audiophila YouTube Channel's Everything Classical Livestream:
youtube.com/@AudiophiliaChannel
Link to American Sound of Canada:
https:// www.americansound.com
Link to Let There Be Sound:
http://www.lettherebesound.com

00:00 Introduction
01:11 Perpetuum Ebner
02:07 Phasemation
02:40 Miyajima Laboratory
03:38 VPI Industries
04:22 Audio Technica
05:47 VPI Industries
06:47 Audio Art Cables
08:38 Raymar
09:49 Conclusion

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Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML 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
-Tributaries Series 8 Interconnect
-Herron Audio Interconnect Cable
-Panamax M5300PM Power Filter
-Degritter Ultrasonic Record Cleaner
-VPI 16.5 Vacuum Record Cleaner
-Sweetvinyl Sugarcube SC-1 Mini
-Studer Revox A77 Reel To Reel Tape Deck
-Raymar Record Brush

The reference system is wired exclusively with Audio Art cables.

@AudiophiliaChannel
@LetThereBeSound1
@vpiindustries

RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - The Four Seasons - Societa Corelli

The Pressing Matters 2025-02-02 | RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison
RCA Victor LSC- 2424 Vivaldi - The Four Seasons - Societa Corelli

In this video, i have a listen to three pressings of this unusual RCA Living Stereo recording, including:

- RCA Living Stereo "Shaded Dog" label pressing, Indianapolis, 1S/1S
- RCA Living Stereo "White Dog" label pressing, Indianapolis,
- Analogue Productions Living Stereo Series pressing

The Analogue Productions Living Stereo Series release is mastered from the original analog master tapes by Ryan K Smith, pressed at Quality Record Pressing and housed in a high gloss, heavy duty Stoughton tip-on jacket.

The Analogue Productions edition is available at Acoustic Sounds
store.acousticsounds.com

Related Videos:
The Final Act For Analogue Productions RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Series
youtu.be/3lupP1Nh5Ds
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Spain - Reiner / CSO
youtu.be/FRtCt5rW3RA
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Arthur Rubinstein - Chopin
youtu.be/f1sByrhKhLA
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Debussy / Ibert - Munch / BSO
youtu.be/LBLJjEvXf_Y
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl - Walton Facade / Fistoulari / ROHO
youtu.be/rOP1niBqRlk
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl - Rubinstein / Reiner / Rachmaninoff
youtu.be/e6inTGakj7M
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Sibelius / Gibson / LSO
youtu.be/xRbBWi3-_A0

Analogue Productions RCA Living Stereo Series Playlist
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEYEO1n58bC_18mKx1Zbmcfi2980ZFX48

Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML 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
-Tributaries Series 8 Interconnect
-Herron Audio Interconnect Cable
-Panamax M5300PM Power Filter
-Degritter Ultrasonic Record Cleaner
-VPI 16.5 Vacuum Record Cleaner
-Sweetvinyl Sugarcube SC-1 Mini
-Studer Revox A77 Reel To Reel Tape Deck
-Raymar Record Brush

The reference system is wired exclusively with Audio Art cables.

@acousticsoundsks

00:00 Introduction
00:56 Latest Update
04:05 The Four Seasons
05:19 The Music
07:30 The Early Pressings
09:23 The Analogue Productions Pressing
11:00 Conclusion

RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Spain - Reiner / CSO

The Pressing Matters 2025-01-27 | RCA Living Stereo - LSC-2230 - Spain - Fritz Reiner conducting the Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Produced by Richard Mohr
Engineered by Lewis Layton
Recorded in Orchestra Hall, Chicago, 1958

This lovely RCA Living Stereo recording features a program of Spanish music from
Enrique Granados, Manuel de Falla, and Issac Albéniz.

Collectors of RCA Victor Living Stereo recordings will find this to be one of the great RCA's, and in this video I look at four pressings of this classic including:

1958 Shaded Dog Indianapolis Pressing, 5S/1S
Chesky Records, 150gm Pressing
Classic Records 180gm 45rpm Pressing
Analogue Productions, 180gm Pressing

For more great reviews and comparisons of RCA Living Stereo Vinyl, please visit this playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEYEO1n58bC_18mKx1Zbmcfi2980ZFX48
For recent RCA Living Stereo Classical reviews see the following:

RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Arthur Rubinstein - Chopin
youtu.be/f1sByrhKhLA
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Debussy / Ibert - Munch / BSO
youtu.be/LBLJjEvXf_Y
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl - Walton Facade / Fistoulari / ROHO
youtu.be/rOP1niBqRlk
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Sibelius / Gibson / LSO
youtu.be/xRbBWi3-_A0
The Final Act For Analogue Productions RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Series
youtu.be/3lupP1Nh5Ds
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl - Rubinstein / Reiner / Rachmaninoff
youtu.be/e6inTGakj7M

The only in-print pressing of Spain is the Analogue Productions edition, mastered from the original three track master tape by Ryan K Smith, pressed on 180gm vinyl by Quality Record Pressings, and housed in a deluxe high gloss tip on gatefold jacket with matte interior.

The Analogue Productions edition is available at Acoustic Sounds
store.acousticsounds.com

00:00 Introduction
00:42 History
06:33 The Chesky 150gm Pressing
08:49 The Analogue Productions Pressing
11:01 The Classic 45rpm Pressing
13:08 Conclusion

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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.

Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML 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
-Tributaries Series 8 Interconnect
-Herron Audio Interconnect Cable
-Panamax M5300PM Power Filter
-Degritter Ultrasonic Record Cleaner
-VPI 16.5 Vacuum Record Cleaner
-Sweetvinyl Sugarcube SC-1 Mini
-Studer Revox A77 Reel To Reel Tape Deck
-Raymar Record Brush

The reference system is wired exclusively with Audio Art cables.

@acousticsoundsks

Analogue Productions Atlantic 75 Series Vinyl - Yes Fragile Comparison

The Pressing Matters 2025-01-20 | The Analogue Productions Atlantic 75 Series Vinyl reissue of Yes Fragile has arrived, and I have been listening and comparing it to the winner of my previous shootout, which you can watch here:

Yes Fragile- Exploring Eight Different Pressings - youtu.be/kiHzarmsS2o

In that extensive comparison of eight pressings of Fragile, I came to the conclusion that the 2016 cut that Kevin Gray did at Cohearant was the most balanced mastering of all 8 copies. If you're interested in purchasing what I felt was the best 33rpm cut, this is the one:

Yes Fragile, 2016, Kevin Gray - amzn.to/4hjIB09
(As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases)

Today, I compare the 2016 to the new Analogue Productions Atlantic 75 Series Vinyl Series reissue, also cut by Kevin Gray, this time at 45rpm.
It is a two record set, pressed on 180gm vinyl by Quality Record Pressings and housed in a beautiful heavy duty Stoughton Printing gatefold jacket with separate art booklet included. The first 2,000 pressings are numbered editions.

The Analogue Productions Atlantic 75 Series vinyl reissue of Yes Fragile is available from Acoustic Sounds - store.acousticsounds.com

My written review for this version was just published at Audiophilia. You can access this review here:
audiophilia.com/reviews/2025/1/26/yes-fragile-analogue-productions-atlantic-75-vinyl-review-2-lp-45rpm-2025

If you would like to watch the video for the The Yes Album, you can access that here:
The Yes Album - Analogue Productions Atlantic 75 Series - youtu.be/jq8iPYlFuxc

The Pressing Matters Storefront - amazon.com/shop/thepressingmatters
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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.

Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML 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
-Tributaries Series 8 Interconnect
-Herron Audio Interconnect Cable
-Panamax M5300PM Power Filter
-Degritter Ultrasonic Record Cleaner
-VPI 16.5 Vacuum Record Cleaner
-Sweetvinyl Sugarcube SC-1 Mini
-Studer Revox A77 Reel To Reel Tape Deck

The reference system is wired exclusively with Audio Art cables.

@acousticsoundsks

The RCA Classic Film Scores Series - Must Have Vinyl Records!

The Pressing Matters 2025-01-17 | Today a short video on some must have vinyl records - The RCA Classic Film Scores Series! This series is from the mid seventies, and feature the National Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Charles Gerhart. All of these feature superb engineering by Kenneth Wilkinson of Decca and RCA fame. If you try one, I would start with Citizen Kane, truly a must have and the one on The Absolute Sound Super Disc List.

00:00 Introduction
01:54 Citizen Kane
03:59 Sunset Boulevard
05:25 Spellbound
06:32 The Captain From Castille
07:10 Captain Blood
07:48 Conclusion

The Pressing Matters Storefront - amazon.com/shop/thepressingmatters
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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.

Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML MC Cartridge
-ModWright PH 9.0 Tube Phono Pre
-Cayin A-50T Integrated Tube Amplifier
-System Audio Pandion 30 Loudspeaker
-Tributaries Series 8 Interconnect
-Herron Audio Interconnect Cable
-Panamax M5300PM Power Filter
-Degritter Ultrasonic Record Cleaner
-VPI 16.5 Vacuum Record Cleaner
-Sweetvinyl Sugarcube SC-1 Mini
Studer Revox A77 Reel To Reel Tape Deck

#vinyl #vinyloverview #vinylalbum

RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Arthur Rubinstein - Chopin

The Pressing Matters 2025-01-13 | RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Review
LSC-2575 - Chopin Piano Concerto No.1 - Arthur Rubinstein - New Symphony Orchestra of London conducted by Stanislaw Scrowaczewski

In this video, I compare two different pressings of the classic RCA Living Stereo title:

RCA Victor LSC-2575, Shaded Dog label, Indianapolis pressing, 1S/1S stampers.

Analogue Productions RCA Victor Living Stereo Series. 180gm pressing, mastered from the original master tapes by Ryan K. Smith, pressed at Quality Record Pressings, and housed in a high-gloss heavy-duty Stoughton tip-on jacket.

Link to The Pressing Matters Analogue Productions Living Stereo Playlist
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEYEO1n58bC_18mKx1Zbmcfi2980ZFX48

Links to recent Living Stereo Videos:
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Debussy / Ibert - Munch / BSO
youtu.be/LBLJjEvXf_Y
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl - Walton Facade / Fistoulari / ROHO
youtu.be/rOP1niBqRlk
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Comparison - Sibelius / Gibson / LSO
youtu.be/xRbBWi3-_A0
The Final Act For Analogue Productions RCA Living Stereo Vinyl Series
youtu.be/3lupP1Nh5Ds
RCA Living Stereo Vinyl - Rubinstein / Reiner / Rachmaninoff
youtu.be/e6inTGakj7M

The Pressing Matters Storefront - amazon.com/shop/thepressingmatters
(As am Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases)

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.

Reference System
-VPI Scout with Classic Platter Upgrade
-JMW Memorial Tonearm
-VPI Analog Drive System
-Hana ML MC Cartridge
-ModWright PH 9.0 Tube Phono Pre
-Cayin A-50T Integrated Tube Amplifier
-System Audio Pandion 30 Loudspeaker
-Tributaries Series 8 Interconnect
-Herron Audio Interconnect Cable
-Panamax M5300PM Power Filter
-Degritter Ultrasonic Record Cleaner
-VPI 16.5 Vacuum Record Cleaner
-Sweetvinyl Sugarcube SC-1 Mini
Studer Revox A77 Reel To Reel Tape Deck

@acousticsoundsks

00:00 Introduction
01:17 News And Updates
02:57 About The Music
06:00 About 1S/1S Pressings
07:34 The Shaded Dog Label 1S/1S
10:00 The Analogue Productions Pressing
11:33 Conclusion

Swingle II - One Of The Most Enchanting Vinyl Records Ive Ever Heard!

The Pressing Matters 2025-01-08 | Vinyl Obscurities is a series i started to highlight little known records that deserve your attention. This time we have a pretty rare one. It is titled Swingle II, and is a collection of English and French art songs sung by a group of eight voices - two sopranos, two contraltos, teo tenors and two basses. Works are by Vaughn Williams, Stamford, Britten and Elgar, as well as Debussy, Ravel, Saint Saens and Poulenc. The group is named after Ward Swingle.
This record was recorded and released in the UK only. It is on RCA. Recording was made in 1976.
This record has been in the back of my mind to bring to the channel, and I finally was inspired to do it. It's one of the most enchanting records I've ever heard. If you are not moved by Stamford's The Bluebird, you must be made of stone. Wonderful performances, rarely heard music, and great sound to boot. Add to that an excellent pressing and gorgeous glossy gatefold jacket and you have a record worth searching for. If anyone finds this and doesn't love it, I need a backup copy!!

You can hear the performance from this recording of The Blue Bird here:
youtu.be/VGHtIgpW5No?si=CvuXaDV9i8Q6L-wO
The audio quality on this stream is far below what you hear on the record.
If I can, I will have Oswaldo Martinez capture a high resolution digital file from my system soon.

00:00 Introduction
01:16 The Performers
01:40 The History
02:24 The Music
05:31 Conclusion

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