I think once the CD debuted, A+M got serious about the quality of their vinyl pressings and almost everything from '82-'85 was pressed on virgin vinyl, which is as good as it gets. I consider US 70s wax the runt of the litter though I will defend A+M pressings from '83 onward for a few years. Both factors led to the downturn in record quality. The recession in the US music industry of the late 70s didn't help either. The oil shortage of '74 and '79 affected vinyl quality as PVC became more expensive. American wax of the seventies left a lot to be desired. UK pressings of seventies material were often bettered by the German or especially Japanese pressings of the same albums. Going even back to vintage pressings, there are huge differences in the country of origin. I've found that new pressings of some vinyl sounds better than some earlier pressings, but not all.įor example, recent repressings of ELO's "A New World Record" and "Out Of The Blue" sound fantastic compared to the original Japanese pressings, but not as good as the original Australian Pressings (in my opinion). Which original pressing is best is already a major issue to contend with (Japanese, 'murican, UK, Holland?) even before you get the new pressings in the mix. There are so many factors and so many variables. It's not true however that early pressings are always best sounding. From a collectors point of view I would always want an original - and a first pressing at that. I'm kind of addicted to vinyl, so I'm not as picky, but I have heard some terrible represses and some that are pretty darn good. I've done several comparisons between versions of my favorites since I tend to want whatever sounds the best. I have to agree with most of the posts here, the original vinyl is likely better. how much noise can you handle with your music ? Used old pressings are more often than not going to have at least some noise and pops. Lot's of good advice above, but there just is no easy answer. Went back and replayed the Sgt Pepper and Layla albums adjusting the height again for each and they improved, too. Did some height adjusting and brought it to life and am pleased. Looked at the label review here and saw mixed opinions. Got the MOV pressing of Grand Funk Railroad - Closer To Home and thought what a disappointment. I set it for what I thought was neutral or so I thought. I recently started playing around with it on my SL1200 because I never had that feature before. One thing to consider is your tonearm height adjustable ? I ask because it does make a difference. Pepper 50th is just plain great, so if you don't have it at all, just get the new one. I compared the new Layla to my 1972 pressing and I like the new MOFI better, but it is different, more polished and refined than the 1972. I've been comparing my old to new lately and I've got to say that the MOFI series generally will not let you down. If yes, go for it, no, stick with CD's and save your money. Next, is your turntable / cartridge going to be nice to your records or do you have a Crosley or something just as bad. Before you go on ask yourself can you handle some snap, crackle and pops with your music ? If yes, try out some original pressings, if no buy the reissues, and that is depending on the label.
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