Great to hear you playing actual excerpts from the CDs. The 92 EPs definitely sound superior.
@joshwilliams7692 Жыл бұрын
I think this is the first time I've heard Beatles music on this channel!
@MattBartolomeo Жыл бұрын
I received this as a Christmas gift in 1993. Having already owned all the albums on CD, I never really played this set. Almost sold it to my local CD store a few years back where they were gonna offer me $18 for it. I’m glad I kept it. After owning the 2009 sets for a number of years now, I decided to give this set a proper listen. Was I surprised! I absolutely agree with you and the community!
@changkwangoh Жыл бұрын
Really, $18? That’s GameStop level of lowballing right there.
@chrismcgovern1647 Жыл бұрын
Wow, you're using the actual song samples!
@flippy7035 Жыл бұрын
Hearing the actual audio clips I don’t feel like the EPs necessarily beat the 2009 CDs every time. They’re very bassy but when they’re good they are VERY good.
@johnnytheg Жыл бұрын
Wow Andrew, those audio samples really convinced me that I need to pick up this set. The 87 and 2009 samples sounded very similar to me, but the CD EP samples were so much clearer and more vibrant. Thanks for putting something else on my plate that I need to buy haha
@Parlogram Жыл бұрын
Go for it, Johnny!
@jerryjazzbo2845 Жыл бұрын
@@John_Locke_108 Haha, yes they do.
@thomascars1 Жыл бұрын
Oh my GOODNESS those EP CDs sounded absolutely AMAZING! Those are true audiophile pressings. Can’t believe KZbin is allowing those samples and honestly, am really glad that they are. Thanks for all you do Andrew!
@cdpetee Жыл бұрын
WOW! I'm so glad you can actually use samples to compare now in your videos, and the differences are VERY noticeable. When I was managing a CD store from 1992-2001, someone traded in the CD singles box set (3" version) and the CD EP set, so I grabbed them both. Nice to know these are in my collection. Now I want to rip them. Thank you!
@DanandJoeMusic Жыл бұрын
Wow! Those samples really show off this set. After watching this earlier today, I jetted down to my local record shop, because I had seen this box in stock there a few weeks ago. Thankfully it hadn’t sold, is in top shape, and was priced reasonably. It’s now mine, woohoo!! Great video, Andrew. Thanks for always reporting to us on sound quality, I love it!!
@zuhlsdork Жыл бұрын
This set is a great companion to the Mono box set. I especially like how we finally were able to have a CD version of the UK Magical Mystery Tour.
@Vince_Tasciotti Жыл бұрын
Andrew always has a quality presentation, but he really knocked it out of the park with this video.
@Parlogram Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Vince!
@CthulhuWaitsDreaming Жыл бұрын
It is undeniable. Your comparisons put the nail in the coffin. Those 1992 CDs truly sound perfect.
@scottroberts3011 Жыл бұрын
I bought this EP set when it came out. I have loved it from that day on until this present day. The day I got it home and opened the shrink wrap felt like Christmas Day, even though it wasn't. I still have it and play it regularly. Thanks, Andrew. Once again. Loved the video. !
@starmanbrinley9936 Жыл бұрын
Great video, Andrew! I grew up on the '87 CDs - the only '09 remasters I had were Yellow Submarine and Past Masters. It was only in 2019 that I finally decided I needed to get the Stereo and Mono boxes in order to both 'feel complete' and have the best listening experience. Somehow, I got genuine copies of both for around $110 combined! It was a joy, but felt a bit sad that in two purchases I was already complete - I was in a total Beatles collecting mood and wanted to find more CD sets to enjoy! I decided the EP set would be a great addition, and at the time it was readily available for around $40 USD. I found a seller who had just listed a mint copy for $30, and I had the audacity to offer them $23, which was accepted almost immediately! So, only a few years later, it's shocking to hear $70 US being a 'good value' on it!! Definitely an increase in demand, and I am sure this video will only further that. Think I'll get the box out and enjoy it all over again!
@TheGroovySideOftheTube Жыл бұрын
Mind blown. I purchased the EP set on your recommendation a year or two ago, it’s definitely superior and hearing the different releases side by side like this is proof - more clarity,more punch, more definition. Wonderful!
@LanceHall Жыл бұрын
The transfers of "She Loves You" and "I Want To Hold Your Hand" are still the best sounding versions. They are almost worth the price of the whole box. The transfers of the other tracks are also great. My EP box is currently enshrined in my china cabinet.
@josiahmitchell4055 Жыл бұрын
Incredibly bright, the clarity is just a true joy
@allisons3663 Жыл бұрын
What a wonderfully noticeable difference in clarity and fullness from the EP discs. You have to wonder why the greatest catalog in pop/rock history has never been presented correctly. This also proves that CDs can sounds just as warm and dynamic as vinyl if the transfer and mastering is done right.
@54macdog Жыл бұрын
Blows the whole Giles Martin schtick right out of the water. Do the originals properly!
@jerrygerza7565 Жыл бұрын
Listened twice. First time through the TV, then thru Quad 33/303 and ESL57s. The sound was a lot brighter on the 87s. the 2009 CDs sound lifeless and bass sodden. The 1992 sounded astonishing! Dynamic with a true punchy bass. Thanks for the comparisons, great review! 👍
@mudhoney110283 Жыл бұрын
After seeing this video i've found digital lossless transfers of this box and i've listened to them. It's true! They are the best sounding mono mixes i've ever heard of this songs! It's all seems more brilliant, alive and exciting!
@robintownrobintown Жыл бұрын
I found this in the sound comparisons: the 1987s were thick and details were lost in the phasing, the EP tracks were a little more thin and bright than the 2009s, and I found that they lacked the fullness that they got with the remasters. my pick for favourite is the 2009s, which is good because I've got the box set.
@brianparker663 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely agree Andrew. I bought this set when it came out - principally because I wanted to hear some of the mono mixes on CD. But it soon became clear that these were superior transfers and compared well with the original vinyl E.P.s. The whole E.P. format appears to have been almost forgotten and neglected, but I would always advise picking them up if you see them. Thanks for a great video. 😃
@onsenkuma1979 Жыл бұрын
I've had this set for years, simply because I found it in a used record shop in the early '00s. I never really gave it a second thought until now. Listening to these samples is a revelation, particularly for the earlier tracks as you've noted. It makes sense to burn these onto one or two CD-Rs for the car...
@frayesrocha2006 Жыл бұрын
I remember when this box was released. I was only 10 years old at the time. I followed your recommendation and bought it. It is like listening the Beatles for the first time. The sound is incredible. The bass and mids are completely different. Yesterday it feels like Paul is singing in front of me. Amazing! Thank you!!!!
@Parlogram Жыл бұрын
You're welcome & enjoy!
@franciscoop1063 Жыл бұрын
Another fascinating insight Andrew - a top quality Mono release with master tape sound hidden in plain sight for over 30 years!....🤩
@fullschneider3 ай бұрын
After rewatching I bought the Set and listening to it now. Really a great collection...
@PrankZabba Жыл бұрын
Hearing the difference makes the difference. I can't believe how much life there is in the box set.
@Nazz1967 Жыл бұрын
Yes i love this collection and it does sound great ,especially the rubber soul ep ive always loved how Ringo sounds on " You wont see me".
@denisrodrigues1455 Жыл бұрын
It's interesting how the "remastered" editions of 2009 are, in general, levels behind both the 1987 and mainly the 1992 edition of this box. The different is clear. Thanks so much for this demonstration.
@joelgoldenberg1100 Жыл бұрын
Question: Is the Beatles CD ad at 2:30 from 1987 or 2009: If it's the former, it's strange that the ad is showing the first four albums in stereo. I also see that the set errs in using "Your" instead of "You're" for Baby You're A Rich Man. I'm surprised that error, seen at 4:01, would slip through. And yes, the 1992 mixes are the fullest and most pleasing.
@BGC75 Жыл бұрын
Shouldn’t the opening narration be, “… it had been 30 years since the release of the Beatles first single”, not 20? Regardless, excellent video once again! Makes me even happier that I picked this up in 1992 as a teenager.
@disneyfamily5158 Жыл бұрын
Yep...ooops 😉
@pat5882 Жыл бұрын
Received this box set as a gift back then and will often listen straight through.💿
@NickP333 Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, Andrew. I primarily collect vinyl and very seldom buy CD’s, but this set seems like something I’d try and hunt down. Those ‘92 issued CD’s just have an almost bouncy and more energetic feel than the others, and you can see on the waveforms that they haven’t been basically ruined with noise reduction. They line up with exactly the feeling you get from that 1992 set. Again, thank you, Andrew. Even if I don’t end up grabbing it, it’s just some more great musical knowledge to have. ✌️🔊😊🎶
@jimcabezola3051 Жыл бұрын
Even over KZbin, the differences appear remarkably vivid! I've listened to these samples quite a number of times. The central body of my personal collection consists of the 1987 CDs and the 1981 blue box Beatles Collection. Naturally, I have the "Live at the BBC" and the various anthologies and a smattering of vinyl EPs and LP collections. I need to listen to your samples a few hundred times more to decide what sound I like best, lol! Stop making me revisit my collection, lol! Cheers!
@joedepoto Жыл бұрын
Being born in 1983 and first visiting record stores here in the New York suburbs in 1995; I’m glad to see some praise for Beatles CDs that were new at that time! Excellent video as always Andrew.😮
@JWD1992 Жыл бұрын
I am listening on my iPhone speaker and did not think I would be able to hear a difference, but I definitely did. '92 all the way. I was born in '92. It was clearly a fine year.
@johntelesca1440 Жыл бұрын
thanks for another fascinating video! I prefer the 1987 & 92 versions, glad they allowed those snippits.
@rickspencer6573 Жыл бұрын
Man, I have to really thank you for comparing the different sounding excerpts of the sets. I have always thought that the '87 Beatles' Mono CDs sounded a bit flat. Then, I assumed that the 2009 sets were the better versions. Now, my opinion has changed. I have owned the '92 box set since the late 90's (when I purchased the set in a used record store for $60.) and only listened to it once. Soon afterwards, I transferred all my CD discs onto my "IPod", which I still listen to. I suppose I spent my Beatles' listening time, going through my 2009 set. Now, however, I am going to spend tomorrow listening to the '92 set, once more. Can't believe how smooth & clear the music sounded. Thanks a million, pal. You've come through again.
@Parlogram Жыл бұрын
Thanks Rick. Glad you enjoyed it!
@Dexter_2105 Жыл бұрын
I bought this yesterday for $150au (prob about 75uk). Mint condition. I am glad you mentioned the quality of the covers. When I looked at them, I thought I had bought a bootleg.
@ShaneRayXRB Жыл бұрын
Nice comparisons! The 92 EP's definitely sounds more open. I will have to find a set for myself now.
@lastminuteflood4 ай бұрын
Managed to grab this from eBay in almost new condition, very pleased with the set. Starting to build my collection now, had all the recent box sets since they released Sgt. Pepper (was born in '67 so this was a must buy for me). Yellow Submarine Songbook in Yellow Vinyl is also something I now own, along with Let It Be Naked, next up on my list is a decent copy of the BC12 boxset and then I am about done with the bits I want, at least for now.
@moondogaudiojones1146 Жыл бұрын
Wow! Truly a difference on Ringo’s snare, ride and crash cymbals on a couple of the tunes. The EP set I have and probably will take to my grave…always loved the Ep format on vinyl as well. It was great to see the wav spectrum as well. At least a thumbs up for the cd format right? Great episode Andrew. Thanks.
@Parlogram Жыл бұрын
Thanks Brian. It's a well mastered set.
@nawbus Жыл бұрын
Funnily enough, I had my copy of this out to play last week. I remember wandering into HMV in Hanley one day and there it was. I don't think I knew it was going to be released. I think it cost me £80 or so and I did have to convince myself to buy it! £80 was a lot to me then (still is really!). The highlight for me was the mono MMT disc and listening out for the differences to the stereo version! Very pleased I have this in my collection.
@StephiSensei2610 ай бұрын
Always good stuff here! Thanks Andrew.
@AlexVermouth82 Жыл бұрын
I bought this and the singles box 10 years ago and I love the presentation and the sound❤
@Edux17 Жыл бұрын
The excerpts made this one of the best videos lately! The EP Box Set is super! Thanks!
@williamhild1793 Жыл бұрын
Here's the report from a pair of nearly 60 year old ears with bad tinnitus: To me, the 1987 versions seem to have a "brightness" about them. It would be wrong to say "thin/tinny" but lets just call it a brightness. I own the original 10987 CD's and have never replaced/upgraded them. I still listen to them today, so it's the versions of these songs that I'm most familiar (comfortable?) with. The 2009 versions: again, taking into account my bad hearing, the 2009 versions seemed sort of muffled as opposed to the 1987 versions. The brightness and snap of Ringo's cymbals and "snap" of George's guitar licks are greatly reduced to my ears in the 2009 versions. But the bass (Paul) seems to have been boosted, which is great. Kind of nice to hear deeper bass. 1992 EP's set: to me, it sounds like a "compromise" between 1987 and 2009. The EP's are not quite as bright as 1987, and not as deep/bassy as 2009. It's a nice sound. Again, just what my old bad ears are hearing. I've stuck with my 1987 CDs far longer than I probably should have (!!) but to me, that's the sound I expect from The Beatles. And overall, the differences between different masterings isn't enough to get me to buy all new CDs. I just can't hear real significant differences...not enough to where it sounds like a whole new song. P.S. : THANK YOU for including a snippet of "Tell Me Why". To me, "Tell Me Why" is the greatest "hidden gem" of all The Beatles songs. EASILY in my top 10 favorite Beatles songs, yet apart from big Beatles fans, nobody knows or even talks about "Tell Me Why". I guess that means you and I are in a secret, exclusive club that appreciates that song, Andrew! :)
@SiecoVideo Жыл бұрын
The 92 EP mixes have space in abundance, good clarity and separation. I shall be revisiting my collection now.
@victorluiz209911 ай бұрын
Wow! First of all I need to thank you Andrew. I didn't know about this Beatles EP CD Collection. When I heard the samples you provided in this video, I immediately knew this was something very special. I managed to find a store an original copy with only Parlophone and Apple labels. I believe it is not a box for those who prefer a digitally “polished” sound. Here we can hear some bearly analog distortion of the tapes in many musical passages. Now just find a sweet spot, sit down and listen to the Beatles like I never imagined existed on CD.
@indiana20965 ай бұрын
I have this set as well as the later release CD singles box set. I picked it up for around $60 maybe $70.00 not very long before the 2009 remasters came out. I wanted it as a curiosity, but I found the sound to be excellent and have always liked this set overall.
@romelovesdan Жыл бұрын
GREAT REVIEW! Yes, this EP box is a treasure and was a no brainer buy for me back in 1992. "Long Tall Sally" and "Magical Mystery Tour" remain treasured pieces of my music collection.
@stevedale6163 ай бұрын
14:46 I have to say, based on all of those samples, I liked the 2009 mixes the least. Especially on Any Time At All and Tell Me Why. Can notice slight differences between each sample played per song.
@louisbonilla6780 Жыл бұрын
Such a great episode and kudos to you for being allowed by KZbin the comparison samples - it was my favorite part of the episode - obviously the EP Mixes being "new" mixes to begin with having sonic choices in 1992 that were not available to George Martin in the 60s are superior to the earlier releases - I was lucky to purchase the box for $40 at release - Good work Andrew!🇬🇧
@Parlogram Жыл бұрын
Thanks Louis. Glad you enjoyed it!
@chickenfriedtech9307 Жыл бұрын
In my opinion, the mono 1987 CDs don’t sound as good as the 2009 mono remasters but the 1992 EP CDs are a totally different animal. There is a noticeable boost in the low end compared to the other two and it really does sparkle. However, I prefer the 1987 Magical Mystery Tour stereo CD because it is more dynamic than the 1992 CD.
@TheAmazingManneyEsq-k2r2 ай бұрын
Thanks to this video, I bought one. It's tiny, but the sound quality is very good. Well worth the money.
@michaelcarpenter2498 Жыл бұрын
The difference between the 1992 and the other samples are worlds apart. Well worth getting. Great and ear opening review.
@MarshGooch Жыл бұрын
Generally I agree, the 1992 CD EP versions sounded the best. By the way, this EP box set was released in the US, too. The covers are generally the same but they add a US catalog # to each EP (which seems superfluous since, as far as I know, they were never offered for sale as individual CD EPs), and the catalog # C2-15852 on the spine of the box. (There is also a Capitol logo, again superfluous, since these weren't Capitol EPs. So the box spine shows Capitol, Parlophone and Apple logos!)
@johnw706 Жыл бұрын
The first thing that I noticed on the comparisons , was the superior sound of the drums on the EP versions .. They were much clearer than on the other sources . Thanks for the video . Cheers !
@TrekBeatTK Жыл бұрын
I have never heard of this and now I want it. A reissue of the EPs sounds like a really cool idea.
@JohnnyHa300 Жыл бұрын
My wife had given me this box set as a birthday present in '92. We were stationed in Germany at the time. Many of the CD's we purchased were German releases; however, I just retrieved the set, taking a closer look and as it turns out, my set is a US release. It actually has the Capitol logo on the side of the box, just above the Parlophone logo, plus it has a large sticker covering most of the back of the box. It lists each disc and their tracks and reads: "First time on CD! First time in the U.S.!"
@shekespearecub Жыл бұрын
This was the question I've had for years, I mean, why my box set didn't have that list? I think this was the only detail that Andrew missed. Thanks for clearing it up.
@Mr.-J-2024 Жыл бұрын
Excellent episode Andrew. I'm very glad you decided to use some excerpts. Makes a big difference. Just enough info to demonstrate your examples. Yeah.. the EP tracks sounded more natural to me. It had better EQ balance and felt more live in the studio recorded as if rendered right from the microphones without overuse of post-production. I never tire of your topics. Thanks much. :- )
@Parlogram Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@toneslotohnz4540 Жыл бұрын
Another outstanding and informative video, my Beatle friend! The superior sound of the CD eps was so obvious on my modest computer speakers, I can only imagine how much better they would sound on a decent sound system. Thank you again for your thorough analysis and entertaining videos!
@TommyT6219 Жыл бұрын
Wow! The difference is pretty astonishing! The ‘92 set definitely sounds significantly better. Now I need to find this set!
@muzzy19789 ай бұрын
I remember years ago wondering whether to invest in the EP collection or not but being a serious Beatles fan (and quite obsessive about sound quality) I couldn't resist and ended up buying it regardless. So glad I did as it was apparent from listening to one disc that the sound easily surpassed the 1987 masters. Even after the 2009 remastering there's something about the sound in this box that makes it a keeper. Great channel btw.
@winstonoreggae6332 Жыл бұрын
GREAT VIDEO!!! The comparisons were fantastic. I'm glad I have that EP box!
@craigharmon9494 Жыл бұрын
It's been 3 long weeks...Sure was looking forward to this new episode! My own personal history with this EP set. Where I am, it wasn't around in shops much. Since the internet, I could have located one. But, I made CD-R copies of a borrowed set, and that was ok. But, about a year ago, I was in an antique mall, and there I found all the discs from this set, in their slightly water-damaged sleeves, but no outer box. All the CDs, $10 total. I felt very happy about my little bargain, and when I played the discs, I found myself performing the same comparisons done here. I agree- these are the best sounding Beatles CDs. It was amazing, to see that record club ad!!! We never had that deal in the US. So many things from your videos stay in my thoughts. I particularly find myself wanting the Beatles vinyl boxed set, that you mentioned as being the best value, and somewhat easy to find. I have so many Beatles CDs, but, not much vinyl. I wish one of those boxes would come towards me. Thanks again for your video series. You are doing it just right.
@billglynn4883 Жыл бұрын
Great music. I still have the original boxed sets of the 45 RPM singles and the 45 RPM EP's complete with picture sleeves. It's always a joy to spin the discs like back in the day. Wonderful memories
@MrRETEROROB Жыл бұрын
the 1992 cd EP Box and the 2009 Mono Box both sound great. I forgot about the EP Box and I still kick myself for not buying the Mono Box. thanks, Andrew, for playing us portions of the music.
@aerialtour Жыл бұрын
I Really liked this video- I’ve had the Beatles Mono box set for years & have wondered how the tapes that were used stood up to the 2009 Mono box. You answered my question & more by sampling the Ep set to the 2009 Mono & 1987 Mono’s. To my ears the Ep box sounds much brighter in sound to the 2009 set with the 1987 cd’s close behind in sound quality. I had mentioned in another video how I even felt the 1987 Beatles Revolver cd sounded more brighter in sound then the 2022 Giles Martin Revolver remix. I’m glad I have the Beatles Ep mono box & now I don’t feel a need to get the 2009 Mono box thanks to this video - cheers.
@dmitrysobolin5158 Жыл бұрын
Love the sound of CD EP Collection so much. Absolutely superior, clearer and more vibrant, than 1987 and 2009
@Tiago-L-A6 күн бұрын
Listening to it well, I think it has been given a bass boost and some midrange boost, but not as aggressive as on the 2009 stereo and it's not as annoying a bass as the CD's, I was surprised that any time at all it will sound good on the '87 cd.
@ericlewis217 Жыл бұрын
I’ve got these black box EP & Singles sets but I actually rarely listen to them. May have to go through them again. Great overview
@TheSpiritingPoet Жыл бұрын
I love listening to the earlier Beatles tracks from this, especially the songs from Please Please Me. If only there were more EPs, then I could take the rips and build the albums from these EP tracks. Mono Box Set reissue, Apple? My only gripe is the tremendous grip the CD jackets hold on the discs.
@LaurenceNoonan Жыл бұрын
thank you yet again andrew for an amazing video! always a good day when you post
@vinniemorciglio4632 Жыл бұрын
Wow, even on my basic buds the '92 set is such a difference.... Amazing!
@georgesbrodeur9608 Жыл бұрын
The CD EP mixes sound so much brighter and natural. The others had a muddled sound. Time to get my hands on the EP set.
@daffodil800 Жыл бұрын
Agree with you completely on this, when I bought it I was amazed how crystal clear it was and in particular the bonus EP
@01real1 Жыл бұрын
Great video! Not only informative for Beatle's fans - but remixing engineers could learn couple of things here. 14:17 - As for the sound quality and differences - I don't have that sensitive ears nor the dedicated equipment, but I noticed that on 'Tell My Why' (1992 CD EP) the bass is more prominent than in other mixes - would the term be - it's more dynamic? I would say it's more playful! Also, to me, it sounds like the instruments (guitars, piano, drums...) are 'glued' together, on '87 & '09 - while on the EP mix of the 'Tell My Why' the instruments are clearly - separated, but, at the same time, separately joined being distinctive from each other. I don't know how to put differently, that's how I hear it. So, the EP version of the song sounds the best.
@bryangibson8479 Жыл бұрын
In ‘93, I worked in a record shop that had one of these EP sets. I wrote it off, thinking “I already have the other (‘87) CDs… why would I need this?” Now, 30 years later, your video inspired me to pick one up, and I’m delighted. Thanks again for your great Beatles content - the best on KZbin.
@Parlogram Жыл бұрын
Thanks Bryan. Much appreciated!
@njiuma Жыл бұрын
The 1992 Box Set of CD EPs sound excellent & most definitely superior to the others. Thank you for this vid!
@Parlogram Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@jpvalin Жыл бұрын
I bought a used copy of this box in the 90s at semi-famous Wuxtry Records (connections to R.E.M., the B-52s, and very recently Mickey Dolenz) in Athens, Georgia. I remember getting it really cheap ($30 or so). I thought these had a special sound, but was convinced it was some sort of placebo effect. Thanks for the comparisons in the video, confirming my observation. Haven't listed to these since the 90s, but will be giving them a new listen over the holidays.
@finnthomas8498 Жыл бұрын
GREAT VIDEO IDEA!: Exploring all the Beatles coloured vinyl ive just started collecting all the coloured vinyl from 1978 and theres so many cool variations
@cojaysea5 ай бұрын
I don’t recall ever seeing these back then . How interesting. Incredible work , you’re amazing really.
@Parlogram5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much!
@cojaysea5 ай бұрын
@@Parlogram I just purchased a 6 volume set by Keef Hartley, a beautiful clam shell box set now Im interested in this . Amazon probably has a good price .
@NintendoCraft28 Жыл бұрын
You convinced me to buy the 2009 Mono CD set, you convinced me to buy the 1987 CDs (from Revolver onwards), and now you've convinced me to buy another Beatles CD set. I'm definitely not complaining though, everything you suggest sounds lovely to my ears, and I'm happy to be able to experience my favorite band in a new way. Keep up the great content, Andrew!
@thanosb.5403 Жыл бұрын
Ditto (my shortest KZbin comment, but there's nothing more I can say...)
@dudstep Жыл бұрын
Looking at the 87 versions, you can see they're not quite in mono (the left and right channels aren't quite in sync, I suppose that's the phasing issue you mentioned), whereas the 92 and 09 versions look properly mono. The 92 versions sound the best to my ears, they're much more crisp. It's especially noticeable on I Want To Hold Your Hand; the 09 version sounds like it's coming from underneath a blanket.
@erwinwolters Жыл бұрын
Thanks again. Great story. So glad to have this box set!
@Parlogram Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@nicknikipediacaulkin5943 Жыл бұрын
The snippets you played from the 1992 EPs had great presence! Another fascinating video, Andrew!
@franksmusic28806 ай бұрын
I bought this set when it came out 92, I always thought this ep set sounded really good. They have a nice bottom and mid range. I’m glad I kept the box set all these years. I do like these better than the 2009 cds.
@philross1680 Жыл бұрын
Thanks once again Andrew for another great and informative video. Last year I was lucky enough to purchase a near mint copy of the EP box set from eBay for around $145 Australian and throughly agree with you with the sound quality which is 100% better than the 1987 CD album issue and I’ll go so far as to say that to my ear was better than the 2009 mono albums (which I also have). I hadn’t really studied the quality of the EP box set and mainly bought it to have in my collection but thanks to you I can readily see how right you are about their quality and how glad I am that I bought it. Thanks again 😊 I’m looking forward to your next Video on the 60th anniversary of She Loves You as it is a special song for me being the first Beatles record I recall hearing as a 10 year old on Australian radio in August 1963 and distinctly remember turning to my older brother who had it playing on his transistor radio and just saying “ who is singing that?” My appreciation to Top40 music was forever changed and my love of the Beatles was born.
@daytubeАй бұрын
Wow, no kidding! These really sound great. The transients are more alive and natural sounding than all of the other cd versions! I am sold, will seek this box out!
@ParlogramАй бұрын
You won't be disappointed!
@anthonyvigliotti6560 Жыл бұрын
EXCELLENT subject and EXCELLENT video, Andrew! I have long-loved this collection and the pure mono sound is beautiful. Clean and true. Great job!
@Parlogram Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, Anthony!
@antoniodalfonso Жыл бұрын
yes, at long last A real comparison! You are right! Thru earphones the Eps sound wider, deeper, and airier! there is space in between notes! thank you, Andrew! great job!
@deepredson Жыл бұрын
Many many thanks. I immediately do likewise and compare. Very interesting. Glad to have the EP set! Barty
@DeusdedithKojiUchino9 ай бұрын
I have this box set and playing ready but never sent this difference in sound.Now I going hear with more atention for know all this.Good video and help me with this information.Uchino of Japan.Thank you Andrew and at next week.
@stingfan16ify Жыл бұрын
Great job, as always, Andrew! I have this set and its companion box set. You are correct. The sound of these mixes is more full and is superior to the earlier CDs. Keep up the great work!!!
@DannerPlace Жыл бұрын
The EP CD sounds fantastic! I'm going to look for that set, thanks.
@tobyalan8874 Жыл бұрын
Definitely the 92. Thank you so much for posting.
@robertgastreich9846 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for review this CD Box set. I need to get one. It's something I need to add to my collection. I like what I am hearing so far from the different tape sounds. You are the goto guy for Beatle music. I let you know if and when I get mine. Thanks again.
@Parlogram Жыл бұрын
I"m sure you'll enjoy it, Robert!
@everyoneherenow Жыл бұрын
I have the ep collection. Sounds great. 🙂Magic mystery tour - I like very much.
@thebeard718 Жыл бұрын
I just received this box set from an Ebay auction. WOW! You are right on the money. The sound is AMAZING! Thanks for the recommendation.
@Parlogram Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome. Enjoy!
@philmarcial Жыл бұрын
Thanks Andrew for another great video. I just fished out my copy of the EP box set and ripping them off as I type this. I've totally forgotten about this since I started collecting vinyl again but they sound great. I also found my copy of the CD Singles collection box set as well and will listen to that as well. Keep up the good work!