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Been a while since I *really* listened to Joshua Tree. May play my original vinyl tonight like the old days. Or maybe even Unforgettable Fire, though the memories that one digs up may be too intense.
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Here comes the "most recent haul from the flea market" .. felt terribly sorry for the chatty grandpa, who was trying hard to get me interested in a few milk crates worth of "rock'n'roll" @ $0.50 apiece. It felt so heart-warming, though, to observe a small gang of aging gentlemen and a female goth, who knelt and squatted in front of the crates. 

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Originally posted by Catcher10 Catcher10 wrote:

I like the Joshua Tree

Thanks for reminding me. Playing it now ... needs a spin on the cleaning machine ... the sweet PITA of vinyl :)

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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Argonaught Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: November 06 2014 at 16:42
Originally posted by Meltdowner Meltdowner wrote:

^ The physical proof that recent albums are too lengthy Tongue

You speak the truth :)

Originally posted by HolyMoly HolyMoly wrote:

I was in Barnes and Noble yesterday and noticed they just started a vinyl section.  Mainstream!

But speaking of time-per-side, I noticed that U2's "Joshua Tree" has been spread out to four sides, even though it's traditionally been a single album, albeit one that had about 25 minutes per side.  That means that each side has just 2-3 songs on it.  Makes sense from a sound quality perspective, but how weird would that be to flip the record every three songs while listening to Joshua Tree?

I knew that Barnes and Noble used to sell vinyl, but they kind of withered away and went extinct around here. 

We do have, however, a thriving Books-A-Million store with a surprisingly decent vinyl section, mostly indie/alternative and a lot of jazz- and 1960s classics reissues (but no arcane prog stuff and suchlike).  

Regarding the albums' playing time: I dislike it when they spread what used to be a normal LP over two discs. Albums of the LP era were carefully structured and timed to be enjoyed to in two consequent sessions: Side A, followed by Side B. Twenty-five minutes per side didn't seem to be much of a problem back then. Now, because they press vinyl on 30+ years old equipment, there may be a technical reason for not using the innermost grooves. 



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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Catcher10 Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: November 06 2014 at 10:47
^ I have the original CD issue which is not the best but on my system plays pretty good. I would not mind the new remastered vinyl version but I have many more on my list to get before I go outside my prog list.

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I was in Barnes and Noble yesterday and noticed they just started a vinyl section.  Mainstream!

But speaking of time-per-side, I noticed that U2's "Joshua Tree" has been spread out to four sides, even though it's traditionally been a single album, albeit one that had about 25 minutes per side.  That means that each side has just 2-3 songs on it.  Makes sense from a sound quality perspective, but how weird would that be to flip the record every three songs while listening to Joshua Tree?
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Originally posted by Argonaught Argonaught wrote:

Originally posted by Catcher10 Catcher10 wrote:

This is on a delivery van, should hit my house by Friday.....woot-woot!!!!
 

That's a lot of records! I guess they just split the two original CDs into 3 chunks and spread them over 3 LPs?

They pressed the vinyl to include all the material, so it is 3-LP version. As you know for vinyl it is a time per side issue. Seems more and more are sticking to about 20-22min per side, which is fine by me.
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^ The physical proof that recent albums are too lengthy Tongue
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Originally posted by Catcher10 Catcher10 wrote:

This is on a delivery van, should hit my house by Friday.....woot-woot!!!!
 

That's a lot of records! I guess they just split the two original CDs into 3 chunks and spread them over 3 LPs?
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Ta matey  - will do. Thumbs Up
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Originally posted by Engine Engine wrote:

Not familiar with it /them.........care to elaborate ?
 
IQ, band from the UK, lumped as a traditional neo-prog flavor. Influences from Genesis, Pink Floyd......heavy melancholic music, big sound. Others can chime in also here but I would check out
Tales From the Lush Attic
Ever
Frequency
 
Will give you a good flavor of their sound.
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Not familiar with it /them.........care to elaborate ?
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This is on a delivery van, should hit my house by Friday.....woot-woot!!!!
 
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I was in Leeds last week at JUMBO RECORDS.... the vinyl racks were so busy I had to wait for a spot !
Saw three young fillies taking Ramones reissues to the counter.
Warmed the cockles of my heart so it did.
I felt like giving them a big hug....but I got into trouble last time I tried that !
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Meltdowner Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: November 05 2014 at 14:49
^ Me too. I own much more CD's than vinyls, but this year I bought much more LP's than CD's. CD doesn't do much for me these days Ermm

On another topic, last Sunday afternoon I cleaned some of my LP's (with José's Special Recipe Tongue) and it was amazing: my copy of 'Wind and Wuthering' is finaly audible and 'Lizard' doesn't crackle at all. I can't wait to listen to the others Big smile

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Originally posted by Engine Engine wrote:

Originally posted by Guldbamsen Guldbamsen wrote:

40 quid for a single LP? 
I usually get 4 for that kind of moneyTongue

Nah I understand you perfectly well and 'Thoughts of...' does look stunning, I'm just not at a place in my life where cash is as bountiful as I could hope for. After my studies though I imagine spending heaps of money on ancient vinyls too. 
I guess you could call me jealous.


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I salute you  !
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like you Into vinyl in this compressed digital age . You've obviously got class  !
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Thanks! To be fair most of my collection is comprised of cds, but for about a year and a half I've been trying to re-buy my collection back in vinylWacko That's how it started, but I've come to my sense since then and now (mostly) focus on vinyl purchases that I don't already own on cd.
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Catcher10 Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: November 05 2014 at 11:05
Nice find Engine!! From the pic it does look in VG+ condition.......I don't consume myself with prices of vinyl especially an older issue as that. If music is your passion then price is something you deal with, its your hobby and you can calculate the money per hour spent on enjoyment.
Believe me people spend tons more money on other hobbies than vinyl records and turntables...Just look at what people spend on iPhones every 6 months or so, good for Apple...
 
Mitchell makes really nice analog gear.......and yes welcome to our nice cozy warm thread!
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It's a Mitchell Gyrodec. Slightly upgraded.
 Made in England but I think available everywhere.
 After years of different record players I decided that for the price the Gyrodec is all I'll ever need and value for money wise it's just unbeatable. Plus it can accommodate any arm .
 Bomb proof built quality and a sonic prformance which matches anything I've heard.
 Not everyone loves its looks.? But I do .
The 'Audiomods 'arm cost me a bit but the Gyro comes as standard with the legendary Rega RB 300 arm which does nine tenths of what mine does.
 About £1,500 for the basic one I think. So maybe not one to consider yet ?
 If you can get one sometime in future though it could be the last one you ever need to buy !
 When you think how much you can spend then it's hellish value .
We have a Technics SL1200 aswell which my daughter uses as she's scared of the bouncy Gyrodec haha LOL

 


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Thanks for the advice.

I still don't have the "ultimate prog statement", I only have the first album (as seen on the previous page Tongue) and Trilogy. Disapprove

What's your turntable model and what do you think of it? I'm in an investigation to replace mine in the near future I hope, when I'll start working: I finished my studies recently, I'm still in the same situation as David Tongue

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Originally posted by Guldbamsen Guldbamsen wrote:

40 quid for a single LP? 
I usually get 4 for that kind of moneyTongue

Nah I understand you perfectly well and 'Thoughts of...' does look stunning, I'm just not at a place in my life where cash is as bountiful as I could hope for. After my studies though I imagine spending heaps of money on ancient vinyls too. 
I guess you could call me jealous.


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Edited by Engine - November 04 2014 at 05:08
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