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How good do the Verve/UME Diana Krall re-issue LPs sound????

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Posted on July 22, 2016 at 16:24:26
BillyBenBilly
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I am referring to the recently re-issued 33 1/3 rpm, 180 g, 2 LP sets not the 45 rpm, 200g, ORG sets. Anybody had a chance to check these out? I hate the bother of 45 rpm sets, although the 2 lp 33 1/3 rpm LPs probably have fewer songs per side than the typical 33 1/3 rpm LP.

 

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RE: How good do the Verve/UME Diana Krall re-issue LPs sound????, posted on July 23, 2016 at 07:13:08
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There is a multi year thread on this over on Hoffman culminating on someone buying the Love Scenes reissue, agonizing over whether to bother opening it as the ORG reissues are still held out as a carrot, finally opening it and not playing it yet!

I will have to take the plunge and pray it is good. The only other DK I have experienced on vinyl was Glad Rag Doll, bought and returned last fall. The pressing had completely unacceptable levels of surface noise but even worse, I found the mix (mastering?) to be utterly lifeless. I was shocked at how much better the CD sounded. At least on my system with my ears. YMMV.

 

RE: How good do the Verve/UME Diana Krall re-issue LPs sound????, posted on July 23, 2016 at 08:12:50
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Thanks. I saw that thread. As you note, however, it is rather inconclusive regarding the new Verve/OME re-issues. Please let me know how you like the Verve/OME pressing when you get it. I, too, will likely have to buy one, specifically, Live in Paris and see for myself. Thanks for your post!

 

RE: How good do Diana Krall LPs sound????, posted on July 23, 2016 at 11:17:33
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NO idea re vinyl. Have found that her CD's are All over the map SQ recordings wise.
Most are Poorly recorded ...while a few are quite good.
Seems this Sketchy production quality is endemic to her brand.

 

Here's the deal..., posted on July 23, 2016 at 11:29:11
I can't imagine a DK reissue any different from other reissues.

IMO, the sonic truth is an original press. Not a DK fan, but any of the divas from the 50-60s on Verve ALWAYS sound the most realistic on first run issues. Particularly mono's.
I've wasted a few bucks on those 45's. Unless something is absolutely unobtanium, I gave up on reissues.

Diana or other contemporary albums won't sound like a minty pre MGM Verve, but I bet theyre nicer than those reissues. Get a CD if you want "perfect" for the audiophile stuff.

DK isn't a big mover in my area, so I see plenty in the used bins for cheap.

 

RE: How good do the Verve/UME Diana Krall re-issue LPs sound????, posted on July 23, 2016 at 16:44:12
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Billy,

I picked up a copy of the new release of Live in Paris at Barnes & Noble today and took advantage of their double rewards day. I opened it up and visually, the records are beautiful and flat. I was just about to put side one on the turntable and the lightning started. Comments on the sound will have to wait.

 

RE: She's no Ella or Etta but a fine musician who happens to sing, posted on July 24, 2016 at 09:53:56
She became prominent based upon her first CD, Stepping Out with minimal arrangements on a label called Just In Time. Her next hit was All For You, on Impulse, a tribute to Nat Cole on which she just smokes her version of "Deed I Do". If she never sang, she'd still be in demand for her piano skills just like if Nat Cole had never opened his mouth, he'd be famous as one of the all-time great Jazz Pianists.

The problem with Krall, as shown on the Video: Live In Paris is that when she's a musician's musician with the quartet, the songs just cook but when those dreadful strings are overdone by Klaus somebody and others, she's a failed diva.

Only way to really appreciate her for what she is, a great Jazz Musician, skip all but the two recordings mentioned above and watch the two videos, Paris and Montreal.

 

RE: How good do the Verve/UME Diana Krall re-issue LPs sound????, posted on July 24, 2016 at 12:30:03
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Sides 1 & 2 - A+

 

Ever get an answer to your question, minus all the BS?... N/T, posted on July 24, 2016 at 12:46:04
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Yep, posted on July 24, 2016 at 19:26:15
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I saw her in Chicago in the early 90's in a quartet. Extremely enjoyable concert and as you said her piano skills are excellent.

 

When all was said and done....., posted on July 25, 2016 at 05:13:08
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It appears as though no one has actually heard the re-issue, although one gentleman is awaiting delivery and promised a review. It should be noted that words were had but no blood spilled in the process.

 

Many thanks! NT, posted on July 25, 2016 at 05:15:21
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No blood, no solid answer to a legit question but plenty of BS..., posted on July 25, 2016 at 12:11:50
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and opinions spewed.

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Would you please post a review when you've had a chance, posted on July 25, 2016 at 14:15:06
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to listen to the Diana Krall LP and form an impression of its sound quality. I'd really appreciate it greatly. Thanks, Bill

 

RE: Would you please post a review when you've had a chance, posted on July 25, 2016 at 22:11:09
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Listened to sides 3 & 4 tonight. Buy the album, you won't be disappointed.

Pressing: Perfect, extremely flat and quiet with perfectly centered spindle hole. No groove noise and I do not remember a single click or pop. I couldn't see my cart move at all during play, no bobbing or swaying.

Recording quality: Very good for a live performance. Nice sound stage with audience noise absent and applause held to a comfortable level. Really good live album with just the right amount of ambiance. Electric guitar, bass, drums and piano all nicely balanced.

Music: all very good. She's an excellent jazz pianist. I especially liked her encore of "A Case of You" with just her and the piano which is more on the blues side.

I haven't heard the original pressing, so I cannot compare. I'm happy with my purchase. Thanks for posting this thread as it led to my ownership of this album.

 

Many thanks for the review. Your review gave me, posted on July 26, 2016 at 06:44:45
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thee information I was seeking.

 

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