Post by Lunna February 14, 2014 (1 of 5)
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Comparison, please, if possible, with the Japanese version...
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Lunna said:
Comparison, please, if possible, with the Japanese version...
Generally speaking, Lunna, since AP always uses the original master tapes and produces consistently great results, it comes down to the difference between a single layered SACD (SHM~SACD) and a hybrid (AP).
The difference in price is roughly $12+ (shipping from Japan) and of course, the quality of your playback equipment; the difference is double the price if you opt to purchase this disc from, let's say, Acoustic Sounds and/or Music Direct or Elusive disc which charges $60 for the SHM~SACD and $30 (list) for the AP version.
I'd go for the AP disc, if hard pressed!
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Post by Claude February 15, 2014 (3 of 5)
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rammiepie said:
Generally speaking, Lunna, since AP always uses the original master tapes and produces consistently great results, it comes down to the difference between a single layered SACD (SHM~SACD) and a hybrid (AP).
... if the SHM-SACD was also mastered by Analogue Productions. With old analogue recordings, transfer and mastering is key.
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Post by Lunna February 15, 2014 (4 of 5)
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Thanks R and C - your insights are always appreciated!
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Post by kkfan February 6, 2015 (5 of 5)
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Has anyone done a SQ comparison between the AP and SHM-SACD?
I know this question was asked about a year ago, but it was never really answered.
Any info would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
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