PSV Posted January 7, 2013 Share Posted January 7, 2013 There is another thread here about this vinyl box set, but unfortunately it has rarely talked about the actual product. I received my box set today, and so far have listened to 6 albums. Firstly, I am listening through a Kuzma Stabi S/Stogi S with a ZYX 4D cartridge into an RCM Prelude then fully balanced into Meridian G02/G57 and output through Osborn Epitome speakers. In my opinion, this is a decent system which can discern good production from bad. The Beatles discs I have listened to so far have absolutely blown me away! The quality of this reissue is such that these albums could have been recorded very recently, not nearly 50 years ago! The soundstage is huge, the instrumentation and vocals are clear, and overall the sound is dynamic. I have been a fan of the Beatles since they started in the 60s, and I still have some of their original vinyl, but I have never heard them sound so good. I praise the producers/engineers of this reissue for doing a wonderful job. If you like the Beatles, this is a fabulous collection to hear them at their very best. The box set I have is the EU version. Paul 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davros59 Posted January 7, 2013 Share Posted January 7, 2013 Thanks for the information, I'm saving my pennies as we speak. I recently bought the remastered Led Zeppelin 4 disc version of the Song Remains the Same and had the same experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Triode Posted January 7, 2013 Share Posted January 7, 2013 yeah - I played the first two albums from my set yesterday and concur with your findings. Mine is the EU version too. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lordvader82 Posted January 8, 2013 Share Posted January 8, 2013 I'm sure it's been covered, but where did you get the EU versions from ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metal beat Posted January 8, 2013 Share Posted January 8, 2013 Just wait to you get to the White Album. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Triode Posted January 8, 2013 Share Posted January 8, 2013 I'm sure it's been covered, but where did you get the EU versions from ? Locally or from Amazon UK. Check out Vinyl Eye or JB hi-fi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSV Posted January 8, 2013 Author Share Posted January 8, 2013 I'm sure it's been covered, but where did you get the EU versions from ? I got mine from Juno records in the UK, link and price is at the end of the other thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSV Posted January 9, 2013 Author Share Posted January 9, 2013 Someone should take advantage of this price. I have the details in my account now, and it cost under $450, including shipping and bank fees. http://www.juno.co.uk/products/the-beatles-in-stereo-vinyl-box-set/472931-01/ I'm considering buying another set as an investment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heman_ Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 Turntbale, are you saying the white album is good or bad?! it was the one album I was going to buy of the new releases Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metal beat Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 (edited) Turntbale, are you saying the white album is good or bad?! it was the one album I was going to buy of the new releases See the other Beatles thread or Fremer's review on his web site for details. IMO - BAD - very Edited January 9, 2013 by turntable Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSV Posted January 11, 2013 Author Share Posted January 11, 2013 Turntable. it would be good if you actually purchased the Beatles reissue vinyl, and listened to it yourself. However, I have listened to the White album, and I disagree with you. You rely on Fremer, and his views. Does Ringo really do what you say?!?! The White album is more than one of the Beatles. It is a wonderful kaleidoscope of sounds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mondie Posted January 11, 2013 Share Posted January 11, 2013 He has Paul, plenty of posts on here about his thoughts on the new releases and how they compare to his other pressings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hergest Posted January 11, 2013 Share Posted January 11, 2013 (edited) I agree with Mondie, if i was going to trust anyone's opinion of any Beatles or Elvis records on this site it would be Turntable's. Edited January 11, 2013 by Hergest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metal beat Posted January 12, 2013 Share Posted January 12, 2013 (edited) Turntable. it would be good if you actually purchased the Beatles reissue vinyl, and listened to it yourself. However, I have listened to the White album, and I disagree with you. You rely on Fremer, and his views. Does Ringo really do what you say?!?! The White album is more than one of the Beatles. It is a wonderful kaleidoscope of sounds. Hmmm. Great to see you have done your research - not! You should not judge people based on your own low standards. Have you read the other Beatles thread you referred to when you started this thread. Or do I have to provide some links for your benefit?. Then again, not sure why you even started this thread unless your expectation of others is based on your own laziness in making statements about people without any due diligence. I have had the EU box set since Nov 9th and my opinion is based on listening and in comparison to my Australian and Japanese pressings. This is the only time I make an opinion. I am happy you are happy with the White album. What pressings did you compare to? However if you do any level of research of others outside of my own opinion of this those who have listened and compared to existing copies, the White album is generally viewer as a bit of a disappointment. Enjoy Back to normal transmission. Edited January 12, 2013 by turntable 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclemack Posted January 13, 2013 Share Posted January 13, 2013 (edited) Turntable. it would be good if you actually purchased the Beatles reissue vinyl, and listened to it yourself. However, I have listened to the White album, and I disagree with you. You rely on Fremer, and his views. Does Ringo really do what you say?!?! The White album is more than one of the Beatles. It is a wonderful kaleidoscope of sounds., Why wouldn't you rely, or at least be guided by, Fremer's views? he is one of the worlds best known vinyl advocates. his knowledge of all things vinyl is fantastic. he is reviewing the US pressing. Why wouldn't you feel he was honest about his findings? Cheers M Edited January 13, 2013 by unclemack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colinm1 Posted January 13, 2013 Share Posted January 13, 2013 just think it could have been like this 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted January 13, 2013 Share Posted January 13, 2013 just think it could have been like this Gold! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSV Posted January 15, 2013 Author Share Posted January 15, 2013 (edited) Edited January 15, 2013 by paulv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSV Posted January 15, 2013 Author Share Posted January 15, 2013 Well OK, I have been chastised, and I am suitably chastened , but the above video should be chart-bound. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shane Frencham Posted January 17, 2013 Share Posted January 17, 2013 Hi guys, can anyone tell me how to tell the difference between the EU and USA edition? I rang jb hifi about which edition they stocked and sold and they didn't have a clue, even after an extensive search of the box. Website is no help either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Get off My lawn Posted January 17, 2013 Share Posted January 17, 2013 I'm not sure you can tell until you open the box and check the albums. They have made in EU printed on the label. You may need to rely on advice from the supplier. I bought mine from Vinyl Eye and they were the EU pressings ( confirmed prior to purchasing!) I'd suggest you have a look at the Michael Fremer's website for his extensive reviews of the Beatles Box Set albums. The main difference seems to be with the quality of the pressings, with some serious quality control issues identified with the US pressings. I dont have any other Beatles vinyl to compare them to, but I think they're a lot better than the CDs I had. As a complete package, I think it's pretty good value as it probably costs the same as getting a near mint copy of an ideal pressing of just 1 or 2 albums! I guess if you already have previous pressings, the Box Set may not add much more ( except for the book!) I do agree with Turntable that the White Album is disappointing - it just doesnt sound right. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolster Posted January 17, 2013 Share Posted January 17, 2013 Hi guys, can anyone tell me how to tell the difference between the EU and USA edition?I rang jb hifi about which edition they stocked and sold and they didn't have a clue, even after an extensive search of the box. Website is no help either. I bought a couple of the albums from JBs (had a gift card) and they are definitely EU pressings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wadiman Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 What's the view on the Revolver reissue? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metal beat Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 Revolver is pretty good. More bass like on all the reissues, but not unduly. Top end has been smoothed out but not to deaden the performance like the White Album. Overall fun to listen to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wadiman Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 Thanks TT - shall check it out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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