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Old 02-11-2016, 09:34 AM
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Originally Posted by GT182 View Post
The new 180 gram vinyl records are expensive. No idea what the difference is as I only have one of the new type.... "Raising Sand" - Robert Plant and Allison Krauss. Haven't played it as I don't have my stereo and turntable set up. And mainly because I want to keep it Mint as I have the CD. Great sound from a combo of one who sang rock and one who sings country.

Here's a taste....

https://youtu.be/oPggeBUVZmI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lgzs6pT26KI
Ohhhh That is VERY nice. That will likely be very nice on vinyl.

But regarding your question: 180 or 200 g vinyl is no guarantee as it depends on who is doing the remaster and pressing. Some I've heard has been mediocre and much of it is spectacular.