Freak Beat Records once had a Hanna Barbara soundtrack, 80 bucks

I find it curious that you point to "Pretzel Logic" as the album on which Fagen and Becker started using session musicians. They used Victor Feldman on their very first album, "Can't Buy a Thrill." Feldman also performed on every Steely Dan album that followed.

Klipsch Corwall 2 vs Tannoy Berkeley❓

do you need a sub with those ?

Albini was referring to his OWN 2013 2xLP 45rpm DMM from tape pressing. In 2013, DGC released two vinyl versions of IN UTERO, both 45rpm DMM from tape. The other was the “official” Scott Litt mix, which is the 3xLP 45rpm DMM you’re referring to. I have both and I can’t decide which I like better. Except to say that the third disc is something I rarely if ever listen to. I would discourage anyone from making their choice based on that third disc. As far as price and availability, the Albini Mix is still readily available at a normal price. The 3xLP Litt Mix is supposedly awaiting an eternal repress, and is above $100 in M/M. Personally, I plan to sell the 3xLP and stick with the Albini Mix. It’s how the band wanted it (the label HATED Albini). The Litt Mix is how the label wanted it.

those ORG Nirvana pressings are stellar! I have that Albini mix too but, have not listened in a long time. Need to revisit that one. Thanks Tim!

I lived near Seattle through the 90s. It was a great time to experience the grunge movement first hand. I'm more of an Alice in Chains fan, so I don't go all out for Nirvana. I bought the 30th Anniversary set with the bonus 10" disk. It works for me. By coincidence, I was in the same unit as Jason Everman until I left in 96.

Any IGD on your copy? Do the tracks closer to the labels suffer at all?

I like Big T’Ts ah huh, 10-4 Big T’Ts. Bought it when it came out.

I bought the CD when it came out, then the bog standard late 2020(ish) repress, but the 2013 Albini Mix double 45 was/is a revelation. I don't care if I ever hear the "original" mixes ever again.

The original pressings for all Nirvana lps are known to be the definitive ones to own. Plenty of shootouts were done by many others. Go original

I have the black 20th anniversary In Utero. Really like it.

Very nice score Tim! With ORG you really can't do too much wrong, especially if Bernie is involved. I have a lovely 2-LP Coltrane by them which sounds excellent. I bet yours sounds great! I did get the 2-45 version and I haven't listened to it in a while (I will take it out tomorrow, thanks to your reminder 😊) but, I remember it sounding very good. Oh, if I can take this opportunity to brag (just a little - seems only fair since you have literally a record store on *EVERY* damn corner!) I can't take any credit for this because I just simply bought it when it came out like a lot of things, but I do happen to have the 1st US non-club pressing of Nevermind 😁

I have the 2013 remix 45rpm. i also had the 2lp 45 from the box set of the original mix. imo the remix had higher fidelity. the original mix is slightly muddier sounding. i had listened to the original mix my whole life and when i heard the 2013 remix i felt it was like a breath of fresh air. thats why i kept that instead of the original mix.

I have the 30th anniversary deluxe box set. I also have the LP of that individually. And I happened to grab the 45 RPM version as well.

I have a original clear version myself

past history...one of my favorite redundancies. congrats on your purchase.

I recently picked up the 2015 European 180G repress. It sounds great.

STEVE ALBINI MIX is the only one to have. The original is a remix that takes the original and dumbs it down Scott Litt was not the answer, his was the revisionist mix. . Steve did it right and that’s what Kurt wanted. Don’t believe any propaganda, it was the label

Great video as always. With stuff from the late 80’s and 90’s sometimes you are better off with the CD to get the best sound.

Legendary...no

I also have incesticide in a clear blue from Moby Disc Records, from the past. I checked the prices on both on Disclogs. I can finally retire.

I have a 33RPM which says Special Limited Edition Disc on front cover. The vinyl a almost clear but it's blueish green color. I purchased it at Moby Disc Records in Sherman Oaks, I would say maybe 1994 ish

I have The 1993 E.U. Red Marble Original and The 1993 Clear Vinyl. They Sound Awesome. I'll have to try the 20th Anniversary Edition. Great Video!

The ORG of Nevermind is a no brianer too.

I had a S Korea pressing, translucent brown. Sounded ballzy. My go to now is the 45 rpm 2013 mix. Wonderful.

great find ,I have experienced a few sets and usually they are near mint unplayed for some reason the best set ive owned so far (and my keeper set) is the swedish set for german export it sounds fantastic it contains all uk pressings however all the records are pressed from much earlier masters than even the 78 uk set ,some quite rare indeed, a true hidden gem of a collection and sounds fantastic it also cantaing the excellent early german 70's white album pressing. the extra bonus is it contains some early german covers as an added cool factor. that said your set is a great find and good quality,and I know sounds great as well

And there is one more, basically a Steely Dan album with a female vocal - Rosie Vela's Zazu.

Thanks for the video Tim. Do you, or any of your viewers happen to know, if the the Japanese pressing on Universal Music Group Records sounds any good? Tx! David-

His best album. Rock of the Westies basically the same band, thats a rocker too. Never tire of 70's Elton. He had quite a run. I'll need to upgrade my copy, it's lost its oooomph.

Don Henley "Inside Job". His last solo LP before The Eagles never ending tour. Not to be confused with Bob Dylan's never ending tour. Cass County released much later.

Buckingham Nicks solo lp pre-FM Boys Girls Bryan Ferry Ocasek This Side Rupert Holmes eponymous wlp Steely Dan Gaucho REM Green Stones Tattoo You Journey Escape Randy Newman Land Dreams Springsteen Born USA

I was at record parlour on Selma right off of Hollywood Blvd..just the other day and wow the selecti9n for me was mind blowing…good dude and stays open late,ask to see the stage room

Your knowledge about personel and music is impressive, very informative. But it's worth mentioning that sound of record is not only mastering, it is mainly great mix what we hear. That's why I would include masters mixing engineers like Bob Clearmountain, Bill Schnee or Bruce Swedien to credit list.

Nice logo on the shirt. Now I know the connection to Encore records from a previous posting. It would be cool to review some of the jazz influences on SD (eg Mingus, Ellington etc) and describe some representative albums.

Awesome Tim I’m definitely a fan of Lindsey Buckingham I have his other box set I’m going to grab this box set for sure I’ve been looking for Out of the Cradle for years thank you Tim for the review.

If you have a decent transport and DAC, it is not a given that a vinyl alternative will sound better than the CD. I’ve got the Westerberg album you mention and prefer the CD. Some DVD-A and SACD offerings are even better. I find that many new vinyl offerings don’t have the dynamics of the original vinyl releases. True, the vinyl is often better with less surface noise, but if that is all you are getting, why not use a digital version? If you strive to find the best sounding recordings, you are going to have a mixed bag of formats and there is nothing wrong with that.

I've had bad experiences with the sound quality of U2 on vinyl. Sadly...

Steve Gadd on drums, was he not featured on a few albums ?Remarkable drummer

The Town House Was a great studio. They've cut some spectacular records. look at their alumni from that era and their resumes - Mastering and cutting engineers: Ian Cooper (1978 - 1993). Tony Cousins (1978 - 1993). Gordon Vicary (1981 - 1998). Kevin Metcalfe (1983 - 1998).

Green with envy. Crikey they are in good nick.

Great review. Finally have the Thorens TD-145, HK 730 up and running! Thank You

cool segment, but you forgot Joe sample and the Crusaders , album would possibly be, Those southern knights or Rainbow seeker. They Show up all over Aja....

I couldn’t stand Steely Dan when I was younger, but there are not many groups I listen to more now a days. Thanks for the info and it’s cool to see what these studio musicians have done on their own.

Good video! I’ve always found it an interesting topic whether or not you could call Steely Dan a real band or Fagan and Becker with assorted session players??? It’s a good question for debate!!!

I may get Royal but I have an amazing original of Katy so it’s going to have to review as mind blowing for me to get it

Brecker Bros featured the recently passed gret - David Sanborn, who played on many sessions (Gaucho)

Great video! I can’t wait for Katy Lied (Doctor Wu).

How about Cupid @ Pshyche by Scritti Politti from 1985

Another great video and thanks for all of the info related to these albums. Back on the road looking for them.