Does it belong? It was the 1st 12 inch record ever recorded by a “popular” musician, and the 1st concept album ever released. Yes it belongs, and deserves its fitting #1 spot as it was literally the 1st
Agreed.. I have many copies of this record . Perhaps its special since its likely one of his most personal songs/records he made after his breakup with his first & second wife. I'm speaking from memory but with Frank Sinatra getting the right pressing is critical. Mono by far is the best on most of his catalog.. I even have MOFI versions which don't even come close to the OG US mono first presses. Having said that, sadly only some of his catalog were recorded well - none I would describe as audiophile. While I haven't even streamed it, I'd be curious about Watertown which I've heard good things about.
I agree! And thank you for your reply! Those mono’s are beautiful! And what would you describe as audiophile? Because if a pressing comes close to what the masters intend I am more than satisfied, I find it hard to have a universal rule for audioquality. With regard to Watertown; I have a 1st US and it sounds gorgeous!
@@top5records796 When I was speaking of OG pressings in the context of the word "audiophile", I'm referring to the quality of the recording and mastering first and the pressing last, ie whether the performance was even mic'd properly. When there is a good spacial as well as audible balance between instruments and vocals, there is a level of natural clarity assuming a clean scratch free vinyl, instruments and vocals sound real and not just amplified sounds, typically cut "hotter", and there is no "veil/haze" in front of the performers (instruments or vocal), to the extent that one doesn't even need a modern Analogue Productions version of a particular recording(regardless of title or genre) in order to show the clarity and reproduction capability of their stereo system. I tend to believe that many of the pre-solid-state amplification records(ie tube based mono recordings) tend to achieve that much easier than even current audiophile and/or DSD based records regardless of the amplification being used for playback since I am currently playing on a Class D system. Though I have been delightfully surprised by some modern records which don't state they are "audiophile" but they are just as audiophile as any.
It’s sad you can find countless reaction videos to “fly me to the moon” “witchcraft” “that’s life “ but never sings like “yesterdays” “prisoner of love “ or even “drinking again “ I’m 26 btw
A brilliant album...glad I found this channell. Gonna enjoy flicking through your videos.
Does it belong? It was the 1st 12 inch record ever recorded by a “popular” musician, and the 1st concept album ever released. Yes it belongs, and deserves its fitting #1 spot as it was literally the 1st
I recently picked up an OG U.S. pressing in great shape. I haven’t listened yet.
Sounds awesome! I’d love to hear about your listening experience!
Agreed.. I have many copies of this record . Perhaps its special since its likely one of his most personal songs/records he made after his breakup with his first & second wife. I'm speaking from memory but with Frank Sinatra getting the right pressing is critical. Mono by far is the best on most of his catalog.. I even have MOFI versions which don't even come close to the OG US mono first presses. Having said that, sadly only some of his catalog were recorded well - none I would describe as audiophile. While I haven't even streamed it, I'd be curious about Watertown which I've heard good things about.
I agree! And thank you for your reply! Those mono’s are beautiful! And what would you describe as audiophile? Because if a pressing comes close to what the masters intend I am more than satisfied, I find it hard to have a universal rule for audioquality. With regard to Watertown; I have a 1st US and it sounds gorgeous!
@@top5records796 When I was speaking of OG pressings in the context of the word "audiophile", I'm referring to the quality of the recording and mastering first and the pressing last, ie whether the performance was even mic'd properly. When there is a good spacial as well as audible balance between instruments and vocals, there is a level of natural clarity assuming a clean scratch free vinyl, instruments and vocals sound real and not just amplified sounds, typically cut "hotter", and there is no "veil/haze" in front of the performers (instruments or vocal), to the extent that one doesn't even need a modern Analogue Productions version of a particular recording(regardless of title or genre) in order to show the clarity and reproduction capability of their stereo system. I tend to believe that many of the pre-solid-state amplification records(ie tube based mono recordings) tend to achieve that much easier than even current audiophile and/or DSD based records regardless of the amplification being used for playback since I am currently playing on a Class D system. Though I have been delightfully surprised by some modern records which don't state they are "audiophile" but they are just as audiophile as any.
@@top5records796 Also thanks for your feedback on Watertown. I've come to enjoy how you rate records!
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Can any of you comment if its perfect for sleeping? Even if you hear the first 15-20 minutes on side A?
It’s sad you can find countless reaction videos to “fly me to the moon” “witchcraft” “that’s life “ but never sings like “yesterdays” “prisoner of love “ or even “drinking again “ I’m 26 btw