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In Reply to: Great list, and none are available posted by madisonears on March 20, 2007 at 07:50:00:
In Europe the SACD format still has competitive legs, so I wouldn't be too surprised to see the availability of pricey import limited edition SACDs of 'some' classic titles eventually, but who knows. Over here, SACD has become more of an elitist niche market which was predicted during the 'great' format wars several years ago. These competitive 'circle jerks' (for want of a better term) rarely result in an outright victor, especially when the consumer is forced to choose or watch from the sidelines, but at least SACD has managed to stay on life-support.>>> "I don't think the poster was interested in your SACD fantasies." <<<
Perhaps not, but it's a matter of how one interprets his query. In one sense, I guess my list could be seen as less than helpful, but in interpreting his question literally rather than strictly as a random request for recommendations, this would be my "MUST HAVE" list.
>>> "Besides that, do you really believe that some of these recordings would actually sound better on SACD?" <<<
Depending upon the mastering and availability of good source elements, YES.
>>> "These are all classic and some great rock recordings, but a few of them probably sound better on a GE portable or car stereo than they would through a high resolution audio system." <<<
Talk about SACD fantasies (grin)! Sorry, but I have to differ with you here. While it's true that the albums mentioned on my list are far from 'grey poupon' (audiophile targeted) quality, it's also true that most folks would probably agree that many if not all of those titles would benefit from a Hi-Rez format. No offense Tom, but this all comes down to personal tastes and preferences, does it not?
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Yeah, I would buy any Hendrix reissues in a heartbeat, no matter where the source or what the cost, but it's not ever gonna happen. You have made a nice wish list, but you cannot argue that Wishbone Ash, the Rush catalog or Black Sabbath is essential to everyone, or even most.If they ever do get around to any of these classics, I hope they can get decent original tapes and process them correctly. You are correct that, if done properly, most recordings of any vintage stand to be improved somewhat by remastering to DSD and transfer to SACD, but some don't deserve the effort. Of course, personal taste is a large component of compiling any such list, but critically evaluating technical, sonic, and artistic merit should always prevail over personal taste. If someone asks you, "What music must I have?", you simply cannot tell them "Wishbone Ash". I like a lot of marginal, even crappy, music from the 60's and 70's, but I would never tell anyone that Canned Heat or Nazz or Steppenwolf is essential.
Both Argus and Live Dates are pretty essential albums for a classic rock collection, and the last remaster (done by bassist and co-founder Martin Turner, if I'm not mistaken) was quite good, certainly worthy of DSD transfer if the opportunity presented itself. Trust me, if you haven't listened to this album before, or it's been a long time, check it out; their musicianship and compositions might surprise you.
"Argus" and "Live Dates" are *essential* rock 'n' roll albums. Those two albums sound as fresh and exciting today as they did 30 years ago. Damn, has it been THAT long? The latest remasters sound terrific!
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