Elvis Presley Records
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It’s Elvis, they all sound great. I’m not too big on the live recordings or those remixes where some “DJ” adds some itchy-scratchy noises. There’s a remix of “a Little Less Conversation” that comes to mind, It’s less about audio quality than trying to add these sounds to a classic song.
HamboneF18
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The best compilation album set I’ve heard so far is the 1977 multi-disc set issued just 2 months before Elvis’ death. It was made by RCA on virgin vinyl and original master tapes. Sold by Candlelight Music. It gives descriptions of each track and why it was significant.
I also have quite a number of his original albums from 1955-1964. The mono copies from before stereo are a treat to listen to!
Using a 1957 mono cart on this original 1957 mono album:
I also have quite a number of his original albums from 1955-1964. The mono copies from before stereo are a treat to listen to!
Using a 1957 mono cart on this original 1957 mono album:
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KentTeffeteller
Gimpus Stereophilus!
Depends on title, pressing plant, and originality. Varies. Pro Tip: Nashville masterings best. "I" Indianapolis, Indiana best which also gets you those masterings. Avoid all "E" electronically reprocessed for Stereo garbage. The best Sun Elvis is original Sun Records played with the correct styli, all Sun titles save for Mystery Train need a 2.7 mil transcription stylus for proper playback.
62vauxhall
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FWIW, I once compared "Hound Dog" from a mint copy of the Elvis Rockers LP to the 7" single I've had since new in the 1950's and to a 78 copy I got 15 or more years ago. The 78 record is hands down the best sounding. More dynamic and great fidelity. As a matter of fact, as long as they're in half ass good condition, all the rock & roll and R&B songs I have on 78's sound better than versions on LP.
HamboneF18
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I’ve not found any 78 pressings that sound better than the microgroove mono pressings. I’ve got 78 shellac records that sound good, but no microgroove reissues for those from the 1930s.
1953 recording (‘56 microgroove pressing):
1953 recording (‘56 microgroove pressing):
I have
Viva Las Vegas
Elvis Gold
Elvis In Memphis
Blue Hawaii
All 1970’s vinyl reissued
All sound great
Also have Elvis #1’s on CD, Decent SQ
Viva Las Vegas
Elvis Gold
Elvis In Memphis
Blue Hawaii
All 1970’s vinyl reissued
All sound great
Also have Elvis #1’s on CD, Decent SQ
Johnno_Oz
W-a-y down south
These three are really good and sound stellar even on a basic system. I'm actually spinning the Sun album now.
Elvis Presley - Elvis At Sun
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Elvis Presley - Elvis 56 (Collector's Edition)
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Elvis Presley - The Best Of The ’68 Comeback Special
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I'm not an expert on vinyl however avoid any "electronically processed for stereo" copies. They sound like they've been played down a concrete drain pipe with a cheap mike at the end. Only recourse is to play left or right channel. Also avoid any compilations on French label Dom Disques / Disque Doms.
I have a real high tolerance for lo-fi punk/Indie etc.. The RCA "processed for stereo" and a Dom Disque LP are the only two albums (of any artist) I haven't been able to sit through due to sound quality.
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KeninDC
Hazy Cosmic Jive
Like Frank Sinatra albums, many Elvis albums have had digital reverb added for the CD versions. Vic Anesini- mastered discs being an obvious exception (Elvis '56). The CDs aren't necessarily bad and many contain bonus tracks, but if you get an early RCA LP of From Elvis in Memphis you'll notice a "dry" sound with more clarity as compared to the CD.
There's the FTD Label of limited edition Elvis releases for the obsessives. I have a few and they are worth the coin.
If you can find a copy of the RCA LPM-1254 for a reasonable price it is a great sounding album of early Elvis. The original copies from 1956 can get rather expensive, but the reissues (LPM-1254 RE) should sound pretty close and can be found for around $25. This is my original 1st pressing.
if you can swing it, get the analogue productions re-issues. They have great sonics.
mozcho
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If I see this available I'll grab it. Thanks for the head up.
mozcho
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Analogue Productions might be very expensive... but will keep an eye on it.
jcamero
Who are you people anyway?
I bid on this one, (Elvis Presley Story), I lost the auction, but was surprised what it sold for.
HamboneF18
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It used to be a sleeper. Paid $15 for my mint, sealed copy. Offered for sale by Readers Digest, RCA, just prior to Elvis’s death in August 1977. One the best reissues using original master tapes, mastering by RCA.
Personally, I’ve found the Sun recordings to be of poor quality, even though “authentic.” I’ve got Sun recordings of Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash. Dull, lackluster. But ok for the time they were recorded, listening on record players and AM radio in the ‘50s.
Personally, I’ve found the Sun recordings to be of poor quality, even though “authentic.” I’ve got Sun recordings of Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash. Dull, lackluster. But ok for the time they were recorded, listening on record players and AM radio in the ‘50s.
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