Steely Dan AJA Best vinyl version..
Toolfan66
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Who here has heard a few of the many options out there?
I know there are a few different views on this, especially the original, that I believe is AB 1006 and the repress AA 1006, but also the versions below.
UHQR is this worth picking up?
MFSL
Japanese with OBI
I only have the Japanese SACD version, that I love, but I want it on vinyl..
I know there are a few different views on this, especially the original, that I believe is AB 1006 and the repress AA 1006, but also the versions below.
UHQR is this worth picking up?
MFSL
Japanese with OBI
I only have the Japanese SACD version, that I love, but I want it on vinyl..
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The UHQR is really good.2 Channel Rosso Fiorentino Volterra II, 2 REL Carbon Limited, Norma Revo IPA-140B, Lumin U2 Mini, VPI Prime w/SoundSmith Zephyr MIMC, Modwright PH 150, Denon DP-59l w/Denon DL-301MKII, WAY Silver 3 Ana+ Speaker Cables, WAY Silver 4+ Interconnect Cables, AudioQuest Niagara 7000 w/Dragon and Hurricane Power Cables
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Larry:
I just checked my two AJA's.
One label is marked AB 1006, also AB 1006 in it's dead wax matrix. The other's label is AA 1006 but it's dead wax has A AB 1006. According to Discogs the crossed out B with an added A in the dead wax indicates my AB labeled 1006 is also a first pressing.
Both are mint no scratches, scuffs, spindle marks etc. It's been many years since I listened to one right after another to compare, if I ever did.
If I do a comparison, I'll report back.
I'd like to add a SACD of it to my shelves.
Enjoy!
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This is the best version of any Steely Dan album.
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lol'd. A blank. Good for setting the anti-skate!
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The Cisco pressing is also very good, but I like the UHQR better by a smidge, and the UHQR is also a better value. The Cisco pressings sell at a huge premium."This may not matter to you, but it does to me for various reasons, many of them illogical or irrational, but the vinyl hobby is not really logical or rational..." - member on Vinyl Engine
"Sometimes I do what I want to do. The rest of the time, I do what I have to." - Cicero, in Gladiator
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Does anyone have both the original UHQR and the One Step?
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skipshot12 wrote: »Does anyone have both the original UHQR and the One Step?
Curious….
Aja never came out on One Step that I am aware of.2 Channel Rosso Fiorentino Volterra II, 2 REL Carbon Limited, Norma Revo IPA-140B, Lumin U2 Mini, VPI Prime w/SoundSmith Zephyr MIMC, Modwright PH 150, Denon DP-59l w/Denon DL-301MKII, WAY Silver 3 Ana+ Speaker Cables, WAY Silver 4+ Interconnect Cables, AudioQuest Niagara 7000 w/Dragon and Hurricane Power Cables -
For multiple reasons, I'm guessing this picture is NOT truly Scott'sThis is the best version of any Steely Dan album.
"This may not matter to you, but it does to me for various reasons, many of them illogical or irrational, but the vinyl hobby is not really logical or rational..." - member on Vinyl Engine
"Sometimes I do what I want to do. The rest of the time, I do what I have to." - Cicero, in Gladiator
Regarding collectibles: "It's not who gets it. It's who gets stuck with it." - Jimmy Fallon -
What is that in the reflection? A microscope?
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Exactly. That's probably for stylus inspection, and I don't think Scott is doing that. Also, I don't think he'd be using a P-mount cartridge like that AT311EP.What is that in the reflection? A microscope?"This may not matter to you, but it does to me for various reasons, many of them illogical or irrational, but the vinyl hobby is not really logical or rational..." - member on Vinyl Engine
"Sometimes I do what I want to do. The rest of the time, I do what I have to." - Cicero, in Gladiator
Regarding collectibles: "It's not who gets it. It's who gets stuck with it." - Jimmy Fallon -
Spent a few dollars this last week, have Yes Fragile coming next week, will have to slow the train down a little.. 😁
The packaging on AJA is sweet!! My first UHQR..
Edit: the packaging on Hugh Masekela, is awesome as well, should note, I know nothing about this album, so let the journey begin.. -
Just an aside, the NYT had a good article on Chad Kassem not long ago, “The Wizard of Vinyl is in Kansas.”
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Just an aside, the NYT had a good article on Chad Kassem not long ago, “The Wizard of Vinyl is in Kansas.”
That was a great read, Thanks!!
Would make for a good documentary as well. MoFi might not like it. 🤣
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I love the AB and don't think I need another on vinyl.
I'd seek it and compare it to the AP if I were you.
Then report out and save me some $$$.
Speakers: Polk Lsim, ATC SCM19 v2, NHT SuperzeroSpeaker Cables: DH Labs, Transparent, Wireworld, Canare, Monster: Beer budget, Bose ears -
You are in for a treat. The items you have on the right side ARE OUT OF SIGHT. The left are not slackers but let me know what you think.2 Channel Rosso Fiorentino Volterra II, 2 REL Carbon Limited, Norma Revo IPA-140B, Lumin U2 Mini, VPI Prime w/SoundSmith Zephyr MIMC, Modwright PH 150, Denon DP-59l w/Denon DL-301MKII, WAY Silver 3 Ana+ Speaker Cables, WAY Silver 4+ Interconnect Cables, AudioQuest Niagara 7000 w/Dragon and Hurricane Power Cables
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You are in for a treat. The items you have on the right side ARE OUT OF SIGHT. The left are not slackers but let me know what you think.
Thanks for suggesting Hugh Masekela, it sounds incredible on my system, and the wife is loving it as well, win-win.
Starting disk 4 in just a minute..
Don’t be afraid to throw some others my way..
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This is another one that sounds great. It’s also a one step.
2 Channel Rosso Fiorentino Volterra II, 2 REL Carbon Limited, Norma Revo IPA-140B, Lumin U2 Mini, VPI Prime w/SoundSmith Zephyr MIMC, Modwright PH 150, Denon DP-59l w/Denon DL-301MKII, WAY Silver 3 Ana+ Speaker Cables, WAY Silver 4+ Interconnect Cables, AudioQuest Niagara 7000 w/Dragon and Hurricane Power Cables
