I’ve listened to the AP 75 and the music sounds clarified and purposeful. The highs aren’t over the top bright and the bass is powerful and full. The sacks you mentioned was stepping in to say I belong here vs just whispering on its way by. Nice job guys, I’m very happy with this version of INXS Kick. I look forward to your next episode David. Brad brought a good contrast to having just your thoughts. Thanks Brad and David.
You might want to double check your info regarding the source. Miles’s cut was from a direct high res copy of the master supplied by the team in Australia where the master resides. The AP is from an EQ’d tape copy of the same thing - as they do not release the original master. You heard what you heard, but if you were influenced by the thought that you were listening simply to digital v analogue differences, that isn’t the case. Other than the fact that there is an extra analogue step in the AP.
Your assessment may be valid and I am double checking my sources. In the end, regardless of what mastering chain was used, the AP has details not audible to us on the Miles Abbey Cut…
11/11 Pressing, No Notes. Excellent review sirs and yes everyone's experience is different...in this case THEY ARE WRONG 🤪 I have played it every few days since unbox/ultrasonic...I thought I knew EVERY detail of this album and wow was I wrong lol.
Having finally got my hands on one, it shows the value of trying for yourself on your own system and just as importantly, your own room. Given how much I’ve enjoyed the ’75 series in general, I’m surprised how much I prefer Miles Showell’s Abbey Road reissue for this one. The ’75 gives an impression of detail and punch, but on repeated comparisons sounds a little more lean and bright in places for me. The MS has a warmer, more natural tonal balance and a slightly fuller low end. It’s more crankable to my ears without getting at all harsh with similar levels of detail, just not highlighted to the same extent. We are talking about two very good reissues, both are preferable to the rather anaemic OG.
I think your experience is accurate in content. The context of system, room and personal preference are really what’s left to drive our outcomes! I get it :)
Great video. I miss the graphics and the number grading. Let me know when the AP version of Velvet Underground’s Loaded shoot out is coming up. I have many versions of that. One of my favorite VU lps.
@@VinylPiper thanks Chris, the ratings will return! We tried to get the listening done and video produced in one afternoon, but thanks for sharing your encouragement to keep those in the videos. Duly noted
Never been disappointed with AP, have been with Miles output sometimes, and not all Miles fault, usually the pressing has more noise, get some paper dust on the vinyl. They would be better using a better pressing plant. Where as AP done by QRP, are almost perfect every time.
Another excellent video; thanks.
Awesome commentary guys!
I haven't heard either but not surprised the AP edged it out.
I’ve listened to the AP 75 and the music sounds clarified and purposeful. The highs aren’t over the top bright and the bass is powerful and full. The sacks you mentioned was stepping in to say I belong here vs just whispering on its way by. Nice job guys, I’m very happy with this version of INXS Kick. I look forward to your next episode David. Brad brought a good contrast to having just your thoughts. Thanks Brad and David.
@@novisnick6928 thanks Nick, I’m glad to have Brad bring about a true blind test opportunity and a great ear and additional perspective!
You might want to double check your info regarding the source. Miles’s cut was from a direct high res copy of the master supplied by the team in Australia where the master resides. The AP is from an EQ’d tape copy of the same thing - as they do not release the original master. You heard what you heard, but if you were influenced by the thought that you were listening simply to digital v analogue differences, that isn’t the case. Other than the fact that there is an extra analogue step in the AP.
Your assessment may be valid and I am double checking my sources.
In the end, regardless of what mastering chain was used, the AP has details not audible to us on the Miles Abbey Cut…
Great video from the A Team👍
11/11 Pressing, No Notes. Excellent review sirs and yes everyone's experience is different...in this case THEY ARE WRONG 🤪 I have played it every few days since unbox/ultrasonic...I thought I knew EVERY detail of this album and wow was I wrong lol.
Having finally got my hands on one, it shows the value of trying for yourself on your own system and just as importantly, your own room. Given how much I’ve enjoyed the ’75 series in general, I’m surprised how much I prefer Miles Showell’s Abbey Road reissue for this one. The ’75 gives an impression of detail and punch, but on repeated comparisons sounds a little more lean and bright in places for me. The MS has a warmer, more natural tonal balance and a slightly fuller low end. It’s more crankable to my ears without getting at all harsh with similar levels of detail, just not highlighted to the same extent. We are talking about two very good reissues, both are preferable to the rather anaemic OG.
I think your experience is accurate in content. The context of system, room and personal preference are really what’s left to drive our outcomes! I get it :)
Great video. I miss the graphics and the number grading. Let me know when the AP version of Velvet Underground’s Loaded shoot out is coming up. I have many versions of that. One of my favorite VU lps.
@@VinylPiper thanks Chris, the ratings will return! We tried to get the listening done and video produced in one afternoon, but thanks for sharing your encouragement to keep those in the videos. Duly noted
Never been disappointed with AP, have been with Miles output sometimes, and not all Miles fault, usually the pressing has more noise, get some paper dust on the vinyl. They would be better using a better pressing plant.
Where as AP done by QRP, are almost perfect every time.