Thompson Twins - Into The Gap blu ray audio #29 in the SDE series

[PolkSDA]

A download of the affected tracks would be better than nothing, but doesn't really make the product whole.

Or even at all for those of us who don't dabble in downloads and only do surround physical media.

I'm not going to complain much as I haven't even received mine yet (shipped on December 4 and STILL making its way through U.S. Customs... bleagh).

 

[Farles]

Mine has not shipped yet (being from Canada and they were put on hold due to the Canada Post strike). At this point, I would be more than happy to wait and get a corrected disc shipped. This one was more expensive than others, and ended up around $70 CDN. It really isn't acceptable to have a faulty product for that price! I do hope that SDE will do the right thing here.

 

[SomethingAnything]

For what it's worth, I'm quite enjoying the album on Tidal. I only knew the singles from it, so it's nice hearing those 'new' songs too. It's a good Atmos mix.

 

[Tres Discrete]

The unfortunate instrumental error aside, this disc is great value-for-money
I rarely listen to stereo-only bonus tracks, but there is some absolutely great stuff on offer here…bravo

 

[GOS]

The unfortunate instrumental error aside, this disc is great value-for-money
I rarely listen to stereo-only bonus tracks, but there is some absolutely great stuff on offer here…bravo

My copy is sitting, unopened on my chair. Yes, I'm traveling out of state...per usual.

 

[rtbluray]

does anyone else (besides me) think that the slipcase doesn't really work on this release given the packaging of the case this time?
it's definitely not as bad as the Crowded House SDE release but I feel it still doesn't work quite as well as the standard HFPA cases with slipcase.

 

[Tres Discrete]

My copy is sitting, unopened on my chair. Yes, I'm traveling out of state...per usual.

Ugh. Travel safely!

 

[GOS]

Ugh. Travel safely!

Ohio!

 

[Marplot]

poor bastard

 

[Bobby Martini]

Or even at all for those of us who don't dabble in downloads and only do surround physical media.

I'm not going to complain much as I haven't even received mine yet (shipped on December 4 and STILL making its way through U.S. Customs... bleagh).

Same here. Download is no good for me. I'm only interested in physical media. What the hell am I supposed to do with a download of 1 track ????

 

[Bobby Martini]

Many of us buy multiple titles from them so they could include a replacement disc in a simple paper sleeve with a future shipment resulting in zero shipping costs on their part.

Very good idea

 

[fetchmybeer]

The aforementioned flaw aside, it's a pretty nice product. Packaged nicely with a lot of options. I have listened to only the Atmos through my 5.1 setup at this point, but it's a solid mix with a lot of separation. The Howard Jones releases are still my go-to discs for the 80s synth pop stuff, but I have no complaints about the mix itself or the fidelity of the tracks. They really sound great. I was never into Thompson Twins, but my wife was, so this purchase was as much about appeasing her when I go into my surround sound listening mode as it was about pleasing myself.

Like others, I'd be fine with a simple replacement disc sent with one of my other pending orders with them. It's going to be expensive to do a reprint, but unfortunately seems necessary. Helping SDE cut costs by consolidating shipping seems like a reasonable thing to do.

 

[JulesRules]

does anyone else (besides me) think that the slipcase doesn't really work on this release given the packaging of the case this time?
it's definitely not as bad as the Crowded House SDE release but I feel it still doesn't work quite as well as the standard HFPA cases with slipcase.

No, I agree. The amaray cases are enhanced by the slipcases, the "paper" ones don't really need it to begin with and it's a bit awkward.

 

[srbjab]

Received my copy yesterday. Only had time for a single listen to the Atmos mix and it sure did not disappoint. Incredible depth and sound fidelity with a completely immersive mix. One of my favorite 80's synth-pop albums sounds better than it ever has. Will dig in to the extras and 5.1 issues today. Fortunately not affected by any 5.1 glitches but still want an error free disc for these prices. BMG and SDE should just step up and offer a corrected replacement disc to anyone who wants it.

 

[srbjab]

No, I agree. The amaray cases are enhanced by the slipcases, the "paper" ones don't really need it to begin with and it's a bit awkward.

Even though the slip doesn't really fit, I do like the fact that there is an additional protective layer over the very glossy cardboard case. Plus, I can't argue with trying to minimize the use of plastic.

 

[Uncle Obscure]

My copy arrived today and I just listened to the Atmos mix (5.1.4 setup) and the DTS-HD mix (5.1 setup.) I can't yet comment on the Instrumental only "Doctor, Doctor" glitch since I was not aware of it until right now when I popped into this thread. But, I will, when I get a chance.

However, with what I did listen to, I think both mixes sound incredible. This disc is everything I hoped it would be. The 2024 mixes are adventurous, totally immersive and flat out enthralling! Everything, and I mean everything, in the entire soundstage sounds pristine and any individual part can be zeroed in on with pinpoint accuracy. It must be an Abby Road thing.

As far as which mix I prefer, I like them both. To my untrained ears, the Atmos is a tad warmer (more homogenized?) whereas the DTS has a bit more presence (brightness and heft?) With my setup, I often find that the DTS 5.1 mixes come in hotter and brighter than their Atmos counterparts. The major difference for me is that I tend to crank up the Atmos mixes more than the DTS-HD version in order to arrive at a similar listening experience. As always, YMMV, but I think this is a reference quality disc that belongs in any serious enthusiast's library.

 

[J. PUPSTER]

DeMix Pro coming in handy of a quick-hit personal fix for the 5.1 of Doctor! Doctor!

10 - Doctor! Doctor! (5.1)-DeMix Pro Vox 7.1 FCSR-5.1.flac

 

[marpow]

Dang, got my Twins #29, setting down to rip, there are a million songs on this, ripping will take a bit of detective work.
I popped the disc in the Blu Ray player and took pictures of the menu so I don't get lost.

 

[srbjab]

After listening to the Atmos mix, I finally got around to sampling the 5.1 mix. Unfortunately, the missing vocals on Doctor! Doctor! is a glaring, embarrassing error on an otherwise packed and excellent release. In general, the 5.1 mix sounds OK but is easily overshadowed by the Atmos. Will take awhile to get through the massive amount of bonus and instrumental material.

Ranking this will be tough due to the error. When you think about all the steps and layers a release like this goes through, from conception to QC to manufacturing, it truly is a bit mind boggling how no one caught such an obvious mistake - and on the very first track which was also one of the album's biggest hits! Truly a shame.

 

[cbsynth]

Still waiting for my copy to show up in California. According to tracking, it hasn't left the UK yet.