Original Pressings vs. Reissue Vinyl

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[@Pluralofvinylisvinyls]

I never understood how people can’t understand the value of an original pressing. There’s nothing cooler than finding a NM pressing of a record that’s over half a century old, a fragile piece of plastic enveloped in paper that’s survived decade after decade unscathed until finally making its way into your collection where it’s safe. It’s like music archeology.

[@noblerecords]

I agree! Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@gustavoprado2597]

Exactly!!

[@stevegilmore2093]

And also is the best quality both sound wise and graphically wise ( for the most part).

[@sirico]

One of my favourite finds recently was The Who pinball wizard single because it was a magazine copy totally disposable thin flimsy bit of plastic that def will sound gross, but it survived all this time

[@stevegilmore2093]

@@sirico love stuff like that. The fact that it’s flimsy and probably doesn’t sound the best makes it all the much better 😂👍🏼

[@blugilliand7561]

Wise words at the end...don't collect to impress anyone but yourself!

[@noblerecords]

Thank you!

[@Pedro_B_101]

Well said

[@greghawkins229]

Dylan, like you I can not explain why I collect. I’m a 61 yo addict. Spent $500 yesterday

[@derianimp]

I would do that if I had that kind of money

[@noblerecords]

Hahaha I’m with you man 🤣

[@robbiedetroitstigermanviny8883]

I spend $300 to $400 Monthly

[@Matasky2010]

Good to have another hobby other than the vinyl obsession

[@greghawkins229]

@@Matasky2010 nah

[@nothingimportant4504]

The LZ I test pressing story is by far the best record story you’ve shared. Just based on the actual historical relevance of that specific record. Amazing.

[@noblerecords]

Yeah it’s special to me! Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@awbzerver]

The first time I've watched one of your videos, I really enjoyed it. There was a lot of good information. I liked the point that you made of record buyers needing to collect what's meaningful to themselves, not to try and impress anyone else. Or, don't collect something just because it's collectable. Do it only if you like it and want it. Good advice.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so much!

[@bernhardhagen1013]

In the end only YOU will care about your collection, is a great statement.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks! So true!

[@Jamko1970]

I love test pressings! My prized ones are my Van Halen test, pressings. I have the 1978 S/T actually, the test pressing was done in Dec. 1977 and it’s signed by Eddie on the white cover.

[@noblerecords]

Wow that’s incredible!

[@jonkotick5233]

100% agree ... I can never own everything that I want ... but I can try😁 I love the hunt, I love the albums and, as you said, I love the "history". It's a great hobby and an expensive one, but I love it.

[@noblerecords]

Yes I agree as well!

[@discosmambos]

On the topic of Blue Note, it is worth mentioning that many 60’s & 70’s reisssues were produced with the same stampers as the first press, sonically an identical product and much more accessible price point for what is still a vintage copy.

[@noblerecords]

Yes! True!

[@XeonGame]

Spot on, love the closing: “no one cares about your collection but you”.

[@maxhirsch7035]

Thanks for this video, Dillon, a great analysis and discussion of reissues vs OPs. Also, thanks for talking about the Wara LP you've reisued! Heard it online, loved it, and just ordered a copy from your site. Sounds really great for a late-night listen! Also neat that you've reissued this- there's so much great music buried out there that most of us will never hear, but it's always great when we find it

[@benhendry-prior7982]

love your enthusiasm and excitement when you talk about the records

[@Djnorm3000]

You are spot on. Also, everyone should play the records they buy! My brother asked me the other day if he should open and play a limited edition record (only 500copies). I said ABSOLUTELY! Open it, play it, and enjoy it.

[@renemarklelong]

Another informative and enjoyable video Dylan- cheers. Ive been following your channel for about a year or so now. I think this is my first comment- you do a great job and I've learnt so much. Even though I'm far away in Leeds UK I'd still like to wish you and all the staff at Noble Records a very happy Christmas and best wishes for the New Year.

[@jimsmith3477]

Great video man! always enjoy watching your channel!

[@paultereo]

Outstanding amount of work you have done . Appreciate your knowledge .

[@xelex87]

Many great words of record collecting wisdom here. Thank you for all the great content Dillon! Greetings from Sweden🤘

[@noblerecords]

Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@stevenixon6266]

Just found your channel. Subscribed to a fair few others, don’t know how I’ve missed yours. Fantastic, love your passion and knowledge, sense of humour and knowledge. Big fan, look forward to hearing heaps more. Cheers from Australia.

[@damonbrown7281]

I love that you mentioned Townes in your favorite list . I absolutely love him and have slowly been collecting his original pressings!

[@ozziegarcia6262]

Good words of wisdom collect for your heart, soul and taste.

[@louismartinez7387]

You hit the nail on the head Dillon...only collect what you like and means something to you!

[@noblerecords]

Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@exoticreaper4799]

I really loved this! I learned a ton! I also like what you said at the end. Get what you love.

[@mrhoffame]

INSANE pieces my friend!!!

[@bernhardhagen1013]

Goddamit, that was the best video ive seen for years and days, you formulated my own thoughts better than I could myself

[@noblerecords]

Hey that means a lot! Thanks!

[@user-yt1zy3hc1d]

Great Video! You keep it real, so true to the hobby as well. Been collecting my favorites since early 1980s and didn’t really start playing them till recently, due to having kids and family, now the 1980 Pioneer system is up and running with a new cartridge and it’s all new again! I been looking for some new records I will check out your site, Happy New Year 😎

[@jdrecords]

I bought Led Zeppelin III when It first came out in the UK when I was 16 my first album. then went on to be a record dealer for 43 years, great video mate.

[@kennethdorn6393]

Hey Dylan, love your take and philosophy on record collecting. Coolest thing is sharing my experiences with my daughter as she is getting into vinyl. Can't wait to give her her first turntable for the holidays.

[@JS-ed8qo]

Tripped across your vid here, great watch. I could definitely sit and talk vinyl with you for hours. Great info and perspective. I’ll definitely be buying something from you soon!

[@LU3MC2003]

Just came across your channel. I enjoyed watching and listening to your perspective on why you collect. I used to collect comic books (meaning that I don’t buy them any more but I still have my collection) I don’t collect vinyl, but I was a DJ hobbyist (80’s + 90’s) single 12’’ freestyle and house which I still own along with my equipment. To those who collect albums, buy the music you want to hear and enjoy listening to. True what is said that no one outside the hobby cares what you have. As a guy who grew up around and buying vinyl, I am delighted that this medium has made a comeback.

[@WagnerXavier]

Fantastic channel. Congrats for your work, albuns and excelents coments. Regards from Brasil !

[@Mountprospect1]

haha... "Im not trying to flex or anything". That should be on the t-shirt of every collector of anything ever😆Great video dude👍

[@noblerecords]

Hahahahha 💪💪💪

[@user-pu5tc8tg4x]

I love what you do and say

[@paulconway290]

Thanks for another great video. I started collecting vinyl again 3 yrs ago. Even as a 59 yr old, you have opened my eyes and ears to so much music that I didnt know existed. There is nothing better than seeking out vinyl that you have recommended like Amanaz, Mcphee and Elias Hulk. I really need to check out your exclusives (Wara). Keep sharing your passion and knowledge.

[@noblerecords]

Yes! Check them out! I only do exclusives on things I really love! Noblerecordstore.com/store

[@BurialKru]

First vid I've watched from your channel. Subscribed. Jar of Flies 🔥

[@noblerecords]

Awesome! Thanks so much!!!!

[@xz3ss]

Love this channel man

[@xz3ss]

@@noblerecordscongrats on 100k btw

[@jeffreyroberts7438]

Your absolute love for music stands out like beacon, I’ve added some of these to my Spotify library to listen too as I’ve not heard of them before. I saw Robert Plant in Aberystwyth, Wales recently, he was superb. I was a long haired, hippy art student when those led zeppelin albums came out here in the uk, so they are always in my collection. Brilliant vid👍🇬🇧

[@Geraldogutierrezjr]

THANK YOU FOR THIS ONE , it was on my mind for a minute . you explain everything to the dot. thank you

[@noblerecords]

Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@ReallyBigSchu]

After watching this video, I listened to 13th Floor and Wara (I’m a big psychedelic and prog fan). Both were amazing but Wara was absolutely killer! It’s great that I can still discover 1960s/1970s music. Thanks for the suggestions!

[@Doctore_Robert]

Thanks as always Dylan! Will look for your store this spring! Planning an eastern seaboard trip…

[@noblerecords]

Awesome! Hope to see you!

[@JasonRoxas]

Hi Dillon. Interesting video 🤔 As OG prices/value increase, there will always be ppl wanting OG pressings. Currently, Led Zeppelin 1 Turquoise UK pressing is selling between $1K and $3K. That’s quite a bit of money for one record (and it’s not even the best sounding version of Led Zeppelin 1)?! 😬 From my 20+ experience, most record collectors are insular, insufferable, & socially awkward ppl, but some are very insightful, friendly, & passionate. 👍🏼 My recommendation for ppl getting into the vinyl hobby: make friends with collectors who have amazing collections. Listen to the records together: talk about them & enjoy them. ✌🏼

[@noblerecords]

Great perspective! I agree!

[@pressflesh2563]

totally agree- I started listening to In Utero again, such a raw record. then I started doing the audiophile thing, comparing the 2013 vs the other mixes. Finally i realized what a ridiculous way it was to listen to someone bleeding their heart out. To me everything that matters comes out the speakers.

[@markspooner1224]

Very good advice indeed and well received.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks mark!

[@David-rh4nc]

I have pondered this question many a time. Thanks for weighing in. I like both, too.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@portaldeaprendizaje1]

Hi! Great info! Thanks

[@davidbeeson9408]

No way, I didn’t know King Crimson had a pressing on Swirl. That’s mad man. That won’t be easy to come by. Great video man. Love the two LZ.’s. 🤙

[@jikenj]

I'm in my 60s and I've held on to my albums since I bought in my teens and the past 10 years I've been buying more originals and represses I was trying to get only AAA albums but it's getting harder and harder great video Dylan.

[@jimjames5120]

Great video, very informative and balanced. 👍👍👍

[@noblerecords]

Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@shannonw6604]

Love your thoughts on building your collection for your own taste. Also started listening to King Crimson after one of your videos. I find a lot of good music through you. Thanks for that!

[@noblerecords]

You’re welcome! That means a lot! Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@SturleyArt]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this. I'm currently rebuilding my collection on Vinyl and this is great food for thought.

[@arzabael]

The original is a souvenir for your experience it’s the greatest thing to collect ever

[@stinkenstine]

Well explained D!

[@noblerecords]

Thank you!!!

[@tscott655]

My collection is my own plain and simple. I have many originals back in 70s when I was a teenager but beat them to hell. Im happy to have a reissued album and my collection is growing again. I do it for the nostalgia; gives me great joy like many of you.

[@jimsimpson1006]

Nostalgia for your youth and enjoyment; that's what it's about.

[@briankellogg2751]

Nice one Dylan! Yes, the bottom line is collect what makes you happy. I had 12 different copies of ELP's Pictures At An Exhibition from different countries (even from countries where the quality control is suspect) because I love ELP. Then last year when they issued it on white vinyl, I bought a 13th copy. My friends don't see it, but is has meaning to me - and as you said "that's what matters." Cheers from Central California!

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so much!

[@volairelarp3773]

My thinking since I started seriously collecting has shifted greatly. I used to not care about what pressing it was, just as long as I could get it cheap. However, as with anything I start collecting, I started thinking about what I should be looking for that will retain or grow value most over time. Obviously the popularity of vinyl waxes and wanes, but there will always be that core of collectors out there. The real die hard collectors. A lot of the time, what they want, is your original pressings, your top condition copies. So my thinking is by focusing on getting those original top copies, I can have a collection of great music that plays incredibly, and it will also retain more value in a soft market than it would if I collected reissues.

[@noblerecords]

Very good perspective! They aren’t making any more 1st pressings!

[@BlackAndWhiteBand]

@@noblerecords So years ago I used to own an RL Led Zeppelin II and stupidly sold it (the story of my life). Fast forward to 2023 and I recently scored a plum/red UK copy which sounds *unbelievable* . I assume you have heard both and would love your opinion on how they compare.

[@Pluralofvinylisvinyls]

Would you rather have a NM original pressing or a VG+ second pressing, like a repress from the same or following year?

[@MickSupper]

Unless you’re buying Taylor Swift or Harry Stiles.

[@volairelarp3773]

@@Pluralofvinylisvinyls I'll usually accept an early repress in place of an OG, until I can find a pristine OG.

[@coletrain4121]

I really appreciate your idea of how that exact piece of vinyl was influencing future artists of California. Never looked at a test pressing like that. Only the allure of a record peeling off a brand new stamper, all details intact.

[@TheEzrider403]

Nice !

[@yeahyeahyeah489]

I really like the Nevermind 30th in the LP box!

[@analogdaniel]

You were definitely flexing with those zep1 albums. AS YOU SHOULD!! To have both of those is just awesome. Flex away! BTW just found your channel and subscribed. Great video

[@AngeloKellyOfficial]

Awesome Video 👍

[@noblerecords]

Thanks man!

[@bf9616]

Great video! For me, if I can find an original that I can afford, I go for it, if not, I just buy the reissue. This being said, I love the 'historical fact' of having the originals and imagine how they could arrive after so many years to my hands, also if they have an story behind, that the previus owner can tell me, its just awesome! As you said, I cant explain that feeling... But again, I buy lots of reissues also, just because of the crazy pricess that some originals get, Thanks for the video!!

[@noblerecords]

Thanks for watching! 🙏 I agree with your approach!

[@MikeGervasi]

I've got a lot of Jazz and you're right on all points.. It's an AMAZING time to collect them. The only mono pressing I dig is Time Out on Columbia 6 eye.Amazing depth. The rest is stereo, SRX if available.

[@donscott763]

Really appreciate the education--from Athens, GA. Hope to visit your store some day.

[@noblerecords]

Please do! Not too far!

[@BOBBRADLEYCHANNEL]

Comes right in with the heat… my man! ✊🏼✊🏼✊🏼

[@BOBBRADLEYCHANNEL]

Like button engaged!

[@noblerecords]

🤣 thanks man!

[@randomneutral4250]

Great video and some juicy selections. That teal Zep 1 is friggin rare as heck. Honestly and quite simply, I buy records because I’m guaranteed to listen to the whole album . The temptation to skip with cds and streaming is just too much. Also I collect out of habit . Growing up in the 80s, I thought records were just so cool. I know how they’re made and pressed, it’s quite simple tech, but I still find it magical somehow. It’s my preferred format although I know the dynamic range is significantly lower than a cd or blu ray audio, which I also collect. I found over the passed 20 years , it’s not really original or repress that defines what I buy. It’s particular pressings I want . For instance, Herbie Hancock - Headhunters . The originals sound just fine but the 2015 Analogue Productions pressing can’t be beat . I own that OMR of Zeppelin 2 as well, 1981 pressing. The Bob Ludwig is amazing but louder. These 2 cuts along with the Classic Recordings are my favorite pressings . Did you know the master tapes for “In the Court of the Crimson King” were lost in the 1969? All the pressings for all formats suffered generational loss and distortion from improper eq and compression applied. Thankfully, the masters were found in 2002. The vinyl repressing in 2009 and the blu ray multichannel mixed by Steven Wilson under Robert Fripp’s supervision are incredible. One other thing I find interesting or just yet another variable are the mixes of 60’s and 70’s albums. The US stereo mixes of Beatles I find to be crap . Doesn’t hit as hard as the mono mixes of the UK pressings. But the Uk mastering , the drums are buried for the same reason the Bob Ludwig mastering of Zep 2 was rejected. People’s record stylus would jump out. Ringo Starr’s first comment about the remastered 2018 White Album was, “You can finally hear my drums!” And during the 70’s, there were mixing decisions based on the whole stereo cabinet setup most people had. So the spectrum was narrower. Some people like that sound and are used to it. Others like a real wide spectrum. I personally think the Steven Wilson mix of the Yes catalogs and Jethro Tull Aqualung are far superior with a wider spectrum. But hey, the only thing that matters is the music on whatever format you choose. That’s all cds, dvd-a, blu ray audio, Sacd, vinyl, cassette, and streaming are. Just formats .

[@JustinRN3625]

This is a great video! Unfortunately, some of us have gone as far as looking as to where it was pressed. Some plants just didn’t have great quality control and now I look for the best non digitally remastered press. And if possible from original tape. Always enjoy your videos!

[@noblerecords]

Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@nbenning25]

Great video Dillon! I certainly can appreciate the historical significance of the LZI test pressing. I grew up in So Cal and K.M.E.T was my favorite radio station! They always had zeppelin on the airwaves …. Occasionally they would do a Led Zeppelin A-Z weekend, where they would play every Zeppelin tune in alphabetical order … great times!

[@noblerecords]

That’s awesome! Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@nickrozzoni9661]

I totally agree with the statement of buy what you like and going to listen to

[@noblerecords]

Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@mariomarques9951]

Really interesting topic Dillon. I am 71 and have been buying records of all kinds since I was a radio DJ in the 70s. I have settled into mostly jazz over the years & I do have more interest in originals or early pressings. The historical character appeal is hard to explain but I think you hit the right points. I do think if you are just starting, pressings like Tone Poets are the way to go, but at this stage I mostly am trying to fill holes and grails I want and go for the OGs or early pressings. I find that I can eventually find early presses or OGs that sound great to me. For example, RSD I am generally only interested in the previously unreleased material.

[@noblerecords]

I agree on RSD! Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@andrewbrown3070]

A great video Dylan, kinda hits on everything and for everyone. Sometimes the story about getting a record is better then the record itself.

[@noblerecords]

Yeah it’s a combo for me! Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@edyoung6573]

Hey Brother! Zeppelin is my favorite band as well!!! My holy grail is my Led Zeppelin 2 RL SS hot mix that is VG+ to M- Great video! I would love your test pressing and UK 1st! Happy Spinning and Merry Christmas!

[@donwarnick1089]

I found a single stitch 1975 Zeppelin tee the other day at an estate sale. Rock memorabilia has always been my favorite.

[@IDPhotoMan]

New subscriber. Really liking your videos.

[@watdanuqta-mf5ms]

A few days ago I heard a song on one of the college stations here in Chicago thinking it was Janis Joplin, but when I shazamed it, it turned out to be "Monkey Island" Elevators. After seeing you bring that record up, I put it on from the Web. Now I want a copy. Found CDs and some I'm guessing audiophile pressings with a different cover. I think I'll keep an eye out for the original cover. The Led Zep? Oh yeah, I can see how cool they are. I saw Led Zep three times including the infamous Jimmy passing out on stage, that was a few months before I graduated high school. I would love footage of that. I probably have the ticket stubs from the show.

[@londonrecordlover965]

Fascinating topic Dillon and great to hear your perspective. I love to get hold of first pressings of the music I grew up with (‘90s stuff), like this is an actual copy I might have picked up if I’d had the money and foresight to walk into a record store and grab it when I was 16. I also get the ‘artefact’ aspect of it you were talking about. I have a 1956 pressing of the first Elvis album Rock’n’Roll on the HMV label (so a UK pressing), the one where they wrote on the sleeve notes that Elvis was this new star in jazz because the genre that Elvis was part of was literally being invented by this very record and nobody knew how to describe it yet. And when I listen to the music coming out of those grooves it is highly meaningful to me that in 1956 people were listening to those very same grooves and hearing rock music for the very first time. It’s like the genesis of my entire music collection. Thanks for the great video, greetings from London

[@noblerecords]

Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@markh.9822]

I read about the original Poppy Townes stuff and just went straight to the Tomato 2nd press. So happy with it, mastered at Masterdisk.

[@noblerecords]

Good move!

[@albertsantiago2273]

It’s all subjective. And, when people ask me they want to dive in… I warn them. It’s a crazy passion, they take a lot of room and “$”. But, most of all they need a decent system. On a side note I just ordered 4 of your Noble Exclusives. Can’t wait. Great price & no tax! I’ve also ordered thee Andromeda & a few others in the past. Wonderful, beautifully packaged records! Thanks!!!

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so much! I hope you love them!

[@jonboy9912]

I buy records for the music all the history b/s leaves me cold. Vinyl has got stupid expensive so I rediscovered CD's and I love them.

[@edwardgonczy3170]

Sold all my 80 LPs in 1975 based on what I had read about the coming "perfect sound forever". Then 2 years later an audio store opened up in Sarasota, FL and I heard one of my favorite LPs on a Linn Sondek LP12 turntable. It took 17 years to be able to afford one but thankfully, one of the employees at that store and a good friend said: "there is good sound to be heard from LPs with lesser turntables." B&O kept me happy for those 17 years and I began to go to garage sales as people gave away their LP collections for pennies on the dollar. Lately, after amassing about 3,800 (not always for 50 cents but sometimes between $3 and $15), it's stopped being fun. I will occasionally pop for $30 for something to fill a gap or to replace a "regret" sale (for example, The Who "Direct Hits" on Track Records). But now, too often, an impulse buy for something at $60 ends up with a slight warp or other issue which, even though my turntable can handle with aplomb, is simply annoying. Funny, but almost none of my garage sale finds have warps of any kind (maybe one slight "hariline" scratch at worst case scenario). In these annoying times, I think it's time to call it a day and listen to what I have. And my Japanese Pressing of Led Zeppelin I is just fine ($8 from same friend who sold me his Linn LP12).

[@noblerecords]

I hear that. I miss those garage sale days! Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@andrewrasmussen4109]

Interesting thoughts and perspective as always. I'm an original vinyl collector too, but I'll buy the reissues so as not to wear out my more high end originals. However, reissues can have advantages as you mentioned. They might get different added features like higher fidelity, more artwork, maybe coloured or heavier vinyl quality or different mixes. As a side note, im always interested in how people place their vinyl in the cover, been trying to notice how you do yours. Generally i place the vinyl and sleeve outside the cover (back), and put a clear plastic cover over both. Top load, as in the opening at the top. I used to keep my records so i can slide out the record to the right, but many times they've slid away from my grasp and onto the floor. I try to avoid clear outer covers with a sticky fold over cover, as many times they've snagged the cover and in a few cases ripped bits of the cover off. I agree as far as getting Jazz reissues too. The fidelity is outstanding, plus originals can be hard on the pocket book. Cheers, & dig on diggin!

[@cccastaneda5081]

It's very interesting to hear and read about Original pressings as i can only afford reissues and honestly, theres just so much music to discover out there that for me it's just about experiencing as much music as i can afford. Also, most equipment that's affordable to most of us, very difficulty to hear the small nuances between pressings. I could be wrong though.

[@noblerecords]

I totally agree! Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@geraldtanderson9044]

As a 50-year record collector and the prices today of original issue vinyl, I think your viewpoint is very sensible and it's a good way of looking at collecting vinyl. Like you said, with the amount of Music out there to experience and enjoy, it only makes sense to keep your costs down so you can collect as much as you want to. Have fun collecting.

[@Pluralofvinylisvinyls]

I don’t think you need high end equipment to hear the difference in an audiophile record. Listen to the mofi copy of American Beauty and then listen to an OG. You’re going to hear a difference. I think you’d notice a difference on a Crosley

[@brandondavis2864]

I posted the other two comments before the end of the video, I personally wouldn’t bother getting first pressings cause I don’t have the money. I focus on the good affordable stuff. If it’s pressed at Pallas, RTI, QRP, or record industry, and/or mastered by Kevin Gray, Chris Bellman, Robert Ludwig, Bernie Grundman, Ryan K Smith, etc and it’s affordable, I’m in. I have a $27 Frank Zappa that was pressed at Pallas and I forget at the moment who is cut by but you get the point. I would rather have a $35 analog productions, Nina Simone, pastel blues, then an original press, I don’t have the money, I don’t collect for those kinds of reasons, (historical), I just want it to sound beautiful and QUIET. something that I learned from Mike Esposito: do I really have the money in time to dig through original pressings of rumors looking for one that came off the stamper early and hasn’t been chewed up or would I rather just get the 45 RPM (and in my case the 33, as well) copies from Analog productions? Yeah, I’ll take the best sounding for $40-$60, Alex. I’ll tell you what no one cares about: your crackly sounding first press that you spent a paycheck on vs three hours of labor for an analog productions version. The 33 1/3 analog productions version of dreams, makes the panties drop faster than a first any day of the week. I’m being cheeky, but you get my point.

[@devildart]

Hey, great video. I like your enthusiasm and honesty. I have been collecting for decades. I collect simply for sound quality. Always chasing that dragon for the definitive best sound. I have found that 90% of the time first press and country of origin are going to be the best. But I am always open to a newer version to take the crown. A great example would be the new Pink Floyd Animals. I have never heard that album sound so good and I’ve had many different pressings over the years. Conversely, nothing can touch my A2/B2 UK press of DSOTM. It’s funny that you bring up King Crimson ITCOTCK, for years, my best sounding press was the UK press. But the Steven Wilson remix has just become my new best press. Also, everyone wants the first press, pink label copy of ITCOTCK. But I found the best sounding copy was the very short run third UK press. The third press came out in early 1970 and was the first press on the pink rim island uk label. It was also the only version cut by George Peckham, better known in the dead wax as Porky Pecko. It wasn’t even pressed for a full year because EMI took over pressing and distribution of the island label and a forth press was issued. Cheers.

[@Huffy1001]

Hi DevilDart, have you checked the SACD 50th Anniversary re-issue of Pink Floyd’s DSOTM?

[@MrLovell1971]

Dillon awesome video earlier this year I found an OG mono Donald Byrd. bryd in Hand I dropped the needle wow they are cut so hot . Man my dream is owning and OG Soul Station your copy looks stunning it’s one I’m still after I have a test pressing Music Matters and Classic Records . Dillon you hit it on the nail on original and reissues I dig both also love it brother .

[@noblerecords]

Thanks so much man!

[@Dadmasterjames]

I found a Lightin Hopkins Something Blue test pressing a few months ago. It sounds great

[@noblerecords]

Very nice!

[@mikedenley8529]

Great content, have subscribed! Recently started building a small vinyl collection, for investment I confess, although my resolve may weaken over time so I end up playing them! Had records but sold the big hitters a few years back for the money, and regretted ever since. My love is classic punk, mainly UK. Bought a few original presses, but then you get quality issues and silly prices. Then realised could buy some really nice limited reissues on coloured vinyl for reasonable prices, plus mint sealed copies. Started with Sex Pistols 7 inch single reissues, then got a NMTB 35th anniversary and went from there. Have built a collection of almost every classic I owned but sealed. Those reissues in many cases are increasing in value, my collection according to Discogs already has a top value of almost £1600 for around 35 records. Really enjoying collecting again. Just looking at a US rerelease of Do It Dog Style by Slaughter and the Dogs on orange vinyl, and watching a blue vinyl The Scream by Siouxsie and the Banshees! Keep up the great work!!!!

[@chrisedwards2959]

Am a fan of and a sucker for the OG pressings- wondering the hands it’s passed through, what it’s seen or what it’d say if it could talk. Part of what makes vinyl great (or physical media) is the wear on it that tells its own story. (Yes, I know I sound ridiculous)

[@noblerecords]

You get it!! 🙏🙏

[@user-fu6bi1jv4g]

I feel very fortunate to own original pressings of all three Mandrake Memorial albums!

[@ronmartin4212]

Im a first pressing guy and Ive had a couple of the RLs that were Specialty Olphant Pa.plant copies.Awesome!My first one did skip in the fifth stomp of the call/response stomp/guitar riff run on Whole Lotta Love.That was the skip problem area on the pressings,basically.The stomps threw the stylus off generally.My second one is a pretty nice copy.

[@noblerecords]

Awesome! Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@mrcoolsun3142]

Another great video, two King Crimson In the Court of for me - Original and the Steven Wilson remix ;-) Led Zeppelin 1, I had an original Turquoise cover many years ago but, like you, sold it on - but I think it's only the cover that attracts to money, the same Superhype pressing was also available in Orange cover. LZ 2 - original UK copy for me - but I'm in UK and that's the one I first heard when it was released in 69

[@noblerecords]

Yeah it’s a hot one. Thanks!

[@donnhall9800]

Excellent advice - another awesome video! I enjoy the reissues and UHQR's but there is only so much money to be spent and choices must be made. I do enjoy my super duper AJA that I was able to snag recently. Also the Hotel California super duper cost a ton but also sounds very nice. Best word passed is collect what you like - hey I have to listen to it, I better like it. Thanks!😎

[@noblerecords]

Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@topekasub]

I just started looking up all my Moody Blues records on Discogs! There is a ridiculous amount of versions from all over the world! So many different pressings just in the U.S. alone! I really had no idea! You could do a show just on all the pressing plants and their code variations.

[@noblerecords]

That would be a boring video 🤣🤣🤣

[@mikeheinzelman7351]

Seen most of your videos and like your content. My question now is can we get a video of your hardware, what kind of record player you use at home and in the shop.

[@noblerecords]

Working on it! I’ll have one up very soon!

[@johnbre20]

For Led zep 1 I got a specialty pressing, src reissue…. Not sure how much sound difference there is from the OG but from any remaster or what I hear on Spotify ect is more sentimental for me for listening. I don’t need to break the bank but I’m happy collecting personal listening

[@albundy666]

I’m 63, so I was a teen in the 70’s when I started my music collection on vinyl. When I started re-collecting a few years ago, I definitely leaned toward getting early pressings. It just felt right to me. I don’t think I’ve ever spent more than $50 on a single album. If it’s more than that, I am happy with a repress. From a pragmatic point of view, not enough time on earth for me to get hundreds of dollars of enjoyment from an expensive album.

[@noblerecords]

That makes sense! Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@festersuncle6298]

I met Rocky Erickson in Cambridge, Ma some years ago. He looked thru me!! Most og's are great, some are not. I tend to fall in line with the "sound" of playback whether or or not.

[@noblerecords]

That’s awesome!

[@dgross2009]

Hi Dillon. Great video. I'm planning to visit your store on 12/23. I'm from Philly but will be visiting my brother in Charlotte for Christmas. Not a fan of record stores like Noble and In Groove which are owned by collectors since they know too much about value and tend to keep the best for themselves while pricing the gems accordingly. So I'm not expecting any surprise value deals but would like to see the store.

[@johns126]

Starting my collection in the late 70’s I have by default many original pressings, but also many early repressings. These 2nd or 3rd pressings I find still to be excellent so I wouldn’t shy away from these pressings - the sound quality is in the main still excellent…..and far more accessible $ wise.

[@noblerecords]

Yes! True!

[@noblerecords]

Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@MrDLJ5]

Still haven't gotten into jazz too heavy but I'm gonna have to give that Hank Mobley a listen. I'm trusting your opinion on this!

[@noblerecords]

It’s a favorite!

[@stevefurlong7859]

Really enjoy your videos, keep up the good work. I have just returned to my vinyl collection after 20 years or more and have been buying a lot of new vinyl, too. However, nearly every new vinyl I've bought recently has been really poor quality - noisy, loud clicks and pops. I was beginning to think it was my equipment, but then I put on one of my records from 40 years ago and it's clean and much better sounding. Is the pressing process not as good these days?

[@victorsthought]

I just managed to get a Led Zepp1 NZ press that was done at Grey Lynn at the laundry sharing the steam .same place the King Crims came from

[@noblerecords]

Very cool!

[@victorsthought]

I did get the Three Led Zepp Records from Japan with the posters They hang on my wall.The Led Zepp 3 Poster is a must have. @@noblerecords

[@toddnorin3843]

I got some pretty cool reissues. But I love originals. Of all genres mainly metal and punk for me. Nice video man