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HiRez Poll Davis, Miles - KIND OF BLUE [SACD]
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While I occasionally listen to 5.1, I do most of my listening in Carver sonic holography and buy the 5.1 releases for the hi-res stereo versions of the music for this reason. So, while on the topic of Miles surround releases, it's worth mentioning that the stereo version of The Complete in a Silent Way Sessions is different and (I believe) more enjoyable than the SACD 5.1 version - the instrumentation in stereo is much better spaced and clear. If you like this album, the complete sessions version is essential.
I had the DD Dualdisc of this and was disappointed with the sound quality. I now have the SACD and it's incredible. The sound is really good. From the low notes of the bass to the sometimes breathy or rasping trumpet/ sax. Even if you only listen in stereo, it's a worthwhile disc.
At first I was disappointed with the surround, even though I was well aware of the limitations. But now I have the SACD, I turned the rears up slightly and was stunned at the difference it made. (I don't think I have turned them up abnormally far - I often find I turn then up more (or down more) for other discs.) The stereo image is then wider than the speakers and there is some 'movement' towards the rears. I.e. though most things are locked in front certain pieces appear partially in the rears, too. I guess it's because the speakers are faithfully reproducing the sound being played back in a much larger room. That, in addition to the sound quality, makes it a very realistic experience. It feels like you are sitting in the studio watching them in front of you.
I know I'm not really saying anything that hasn't been said before, except I thought it was worth emphasising that this is worth buying for the surround, as long as you are not expecting some kind of early-Santana mix.
At first I was disappointed with the surround, even though I was well aware of the limitations. But now I have the SACD, I turned the rears up slightly and was stunned at the difference it made. (I don't think I have turned them up abnormally far - I often find I turn then up more (or down more) for other discs.) The stereo image is then wider than the speakers and there is some 'movement' towards the rears. I.e. though most things are locked in front certain pieces appear partially in the rears, too. I guess it's because the speakers are faithfully reproducing the sound being played back in a much larger room. That, in addition to the sound quality, makes it a very realistic experience. It feels like you are sitting in the studio watching them in front of you.
I know I'm not really saying anything that hasn't been said before, except I thought it was worth emphasising that this is worth buying for the surround, as long as you are not expecting some kind of early-Santana mix.
Is there more than one Kind of Blue SACD? If so, which one do you have? Thanks.
Many thanks.....
I have listened carefully many times, and continue to believe that the 40th Anniversary CD of BB sounds better than either the two SACDs I have (7 inch Japanese and MoFi). This is purely a stereo comparison.
I can't vote on this because I'm listening to it with upmixing on (Foobar2000's 7.1 DSP). The difference it makes in the soundstage, on my setup at least, is absurd. Completely different experience.
Scottie-boy
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It's a 10 musically, only dropped a pt. to 9 for sparse use of surrounds. Understanding the limits of the recording, it's amazing. Definitely a must have especially for a jazz fan. Superb.
