Quadio bundle #4. Let the speculation begin!

[JonUrban]

It seems the Eagles would rather release yet another hits compilation than get on board with the Quadio program:

https://theseconddisc.com/2024/02/07/eagles-to-the-limit/

Boring.........

 

[rtbluray]

Would folks be up in arms about a "Chicago Greatest Hits" Quadio release? I haven't asked ForagingRhino about this, and have no clue as to if Rhino has even thought about it, but I was thinking the other day as I was listening to some Chicago II that it's such a shame so many folks missed out on the box set, and I know there is a possibility it might get repressed, but a single disc Quadio GH, maybe modified to include the album tracks instead of the single tracks, might be a good release for everyone who missed out on the box.

Good idea? Or would that start a large round of complaining about "releasing the same stuff over and over"?

I recommend that Rhino eventually reissue on Blu-Ray Audio the Quad mixes that were released on SACD and are now out of print, like Best of Bread, Muscle of Love, Hearts (America), and Spectrum.
I bet many people would purchase them again to get them on Blu-Ray with 192khz 24bit audio

 

[GOS]

I recommend that Rhino eventually reissue on Blu-Ray Audio the Quad mixes that were released on SACD and are now out of print, like Best of Bread, Muscle of Love, Hearts (America), and Spectrum.
I bet many people would purchase them again to get them on Blu-Ray with 192khz 24bit audio

Yes, and especially at the great price points Rhino is giving!

 

[4-earredwonder]

Wouldn't it be delightful as part of Rhino's promise to do some remixing of their own to revisit Tracy Chapman's 1988 debut which includes FAST CAR which, BTW, has exploded on itunes thanks to her Grammy performance with Luke Combs!

The album has always been somewhat of a mini masterpiece and deserves to be heard once again in SURROUND!

On the Elektra label!

And as an added bonus: Include that scintillating duet with Luke Combs!

 

[GOS]

Wouldn't it be delightful as part of Rhino's promise to do some remixing of their own to revisit Tracy Chapman's 1988 debut which includes FAST CAR which, BTW, has exploded on itunes thanks to her Grammy performance with Luke Combs!

The album has always been somewhat of a mini masterpiece and deserves to be heard once again in SURROUND!

On the Elektra label!

And as an added bonus: Include that scintillating duet with Luke Combs!

Agree!

 

[JonUrban]

I recommend that Rhino eventually reissue on Blu-Ray Audio the Quad mixes that were released on SACD and are now out of print, like Best of Bread, Muscle of Love, Hearts (America), and Spectrum.
I bet many people would purchase them again to get them on Blu-Ray with 192khz 24bit audio

I would not be shocked at all to see any of those AF WB licensed titles eventually appear as Quadio's. You have to believe that if the artist/management/whatever were OK with licensing the title to AF, then surely giving the green light to Rhino would be a forgone conclusion. It would think it's just a matter of scheduling with the initial Quadio titles being stuff that has been unavailable for a half a century

 

[mandrix]

Have no idea who owns the rights, but Stanley Clarke - If This Bass Could Only Talk would be right up there at the top for me.
Almost any Stanley Clarke, actually...but I have my druthers.

 

[user 15634]

Are there any Doobie Brothers titles after the Quadio box that could be released in Quad? Any Little Feat titles?

 

[ClarkNovak]

Are there any Doobie Brothers titles after the Quadio box that could be released in Quad? Any Little Feat titles?

I have a dub of the “Takin’ It To The Streets” album that is purported to be an unreleased Quad. I have listened to it and analyzed it quite thoroughly, and I think it is either the genuine article or the most cunning fake ever devised by man. If it is real, it would make a stunning release.

 

[user 15634]

I have a dub of the “Takin’ It To The Streets” album that is purported to be an unreleased Quad. I have listened to it and analyzed it quite thoroughly, and I think it is either the genuine article or the most cunning fake ever devised by man. If it is real, it would make a stunning release.

Love to see that released, great album.

 

[Owen Smith]

It seems the Eagles would rather release yet another hits compilation than get on board with the Quadio program:

https://theseconddisc.com/2024/02/07/eagles-to-the-limit/

Clearly haven't made enough money for a platinum coffin yet.

 

[gvl_guy]

Here's a suggestion. Best of Bread volumes 1 & 2. I see that volume 2 was listed as cancelled CNX on that list of WEA titles that's been floating around on this board. The AF one of volume 1 sells for WAY too much these days, so there's likely a demand for it.

 

[jaybird100]

although i can't help wondering if a more fleshed out more career-spanning Chicago Blu-ray with Atmos mixes as well as Quad might be more fitting.. ..a Quadio of the Greatest Hits compilation is still a great idea! put me down for a copy!

as for "the same stuff" whining, i too wouldn't grumble if Rhino were to do new Quadio Blu-ray's of Billy Cobham's "Spectrum" & "Best Of Bread" at some point as well, those two WEA Quad gems definitely deserve a 2nd go around. i mean, have you seen the prices for the "Spectrum" AF SACD lately!? sheesh!!

A better idea would be a reissue of the box set. I'd be all over that!

 

[humprof]

I have a dub of the “Takin’ It To The Streets” album that is purported to be an unreleased Quad. I have listened to it and analyzed it quite thoroughly, and I think it is either the genuine article or the most cunning fake ever devised by man. If it is real, it would make a stunning release.

This has been discussed several times over the years, most recently here, where it's reported that @ForagingRhino has already looked into it:
https://www.quadraphonicquad.com/fo...rs-the-quadio-blu-ray-audio.30032/post-516043

 

[ar surround]

I have a dub of the “Takin’ It To The Streets” album that is purported to be an unreleased Quad. I have listened to it and analyzed it quite thoroughly, and I think it is either the genuine article or the most cunning fake ever devised by man. If it is real, it would make a stunning release.

“Takin’ It To The Streets” upmixes extremely well with the Tate II (and probably the Surround Master.)

 

[gvl_guy]

If you missed it, FR says May 4 release date!

Post in thread '4 more Quadio titles coming in January 2024! (Titles Announced)' https://www.quadraphonicquad.com/fo...nuary-2024-titles-announced.35173/post-757252

 

[Q-Eight]

Here's a suggestion. Best of Bread volumes 1 & 2. I see that volume 2 was listed as cancelled CNX on that list of WEA titles that's been floating around on this board. The AF one of volume 1 sells for WAY too much these days, so there's likely a demand for it.

Sadly, Best of #2 was never done. ForagingRhino looked and found nothing.

They could make another Quadio Box out of the Seals & Crofts four Quads.... but.... demand might be sketchy.

It's a shame the first two Eagles were not done. That would've made for an awesome Quadio set that I'm sure even stereo fans would've picked up. Include the 5.1 of Hotel which I don't believe is in-print anymore.

I'm grateful we have somebody over the fence that can dig up and confirm/deny some of the previously unreleased mixes; but it's also disappointing to learn that many of them weren't actually done. I had especially high hopes over the first two Eagles albums. Modern remixing would be OK, but there's just something about a vintage Quad mix - when done properly - that has a better vibe. Even when I remix into modern 4.0; I've rarely been able to catch the lightning that vintage mix has. It's especially aggravating to think somebody could pull off a mix in a night over a pot of coffee while I will pour myself over a mix for weeks and still be unsatisfied. I guess that's why remixing ain't my profession.

 

[Myro]

Sadly, Best of #2 was never done. ForagingRhino looked and found nothing.

They could make another Quadio Box out of the Seals & Crofts four Quads.... but.... demand might be sketchy.

It's a shame the first two Eagles were not done. That would've made for an awesome Quadio set that I'm sure even stereo fans would've picked up. Include the 5.1 of Hotel which I don't believe is in-print anymore.

I'm grateful we have somebody over the fence that can dig up and confirm/deny some of the previously unreleased mixes; but it's also disappointing to learn that many of them weren't actually done. I had especially high hopes over the first two Eagles albums. Modern remixing would be OK, but there's just something about a vintage Quad mix - when done properly - that has a better vibe. Even when I remix into modern 4.0; I've rarely been able to catch the lightning that vintage mix has. It's especially aggravating to think somebody could pull off a mix in a night over a pot of coffee while I will pour myself over a mix for weeks and still be unsatisfied. I guess that's why remixing ain't my profession.

This week I was listening to Q8 versions of the Seals & Crofts Quads and thinking how great it would be to have a Seals & Crofts Quadio set just like we got with the Doobies. That would sound great. I'd also love to see the two Eagles quads but I believe there is not support and perhaps Don Henley is the hold-up. I recall he had issue with his voice being isolated.
It seems Carly Simon would be another option for a Quadio box.

 

[gvl_guy]

Sadly, Best of #2 was never done. ForagingRhino looked and found nothing.

Is there a string or place somewhere where we are keeping track of what's actually is said to be available and what we believe is not? .....Because that would be awesome!

 

[Owen Smith]

perhaps Don Henley is the hold-up. I recall he had issue with his voice being isolated.

Aww, feeling nervous about his performance? He should grow up.