The 10 Best All Analog Jazz Records of March 2020 - In Print

[@samrecords8628]

Hi Mike, Thanks to add the Nathan Davis into your 10 Best Jazz Records selection of March 2020. I'm really proud to have made this record in memory of my lost friend Nathan...

[@TwentyTwenty90]

Thank you for making the record. It's beautiful.

[@dcrook232323]

Fred, your stuff is top notch and as good as we deserve. 👍

[@deepdivemusicreactions]

love these videos. for someone who just starts the collection, it saves me so much time researching what's available

[@chavez515]

One of the few silver linings in this terrible pandemic we're experiencing is that you have tons of time. It's a win situation for us who enjoy your vids. Prior you were too busy to put these out which is understandable. So thank you for putting out more content for us. Best stuff online as far as I'm concerned. cheers.

[@simonheffernan1767]

"Oblique" Bobby Hutcheson. Tone poet series...what an introduction.

[@bumpdunlop]

I'd never heard of Nathan Davis before. I'm listening to Makatuku right now, sorry had to pause you. Great record, newly on my want list!

[@heinzb8219]

A great Jazz cat, Nathan Davis! My favorite of his is the 1976 album “IF”. Very funky Jazz. He plays tenor, soprano, alto and flute! A little bit obscure record but Killer! 2009 reissue is of good quality, although the exact source of mastering isn’t stated.. Try find it on KZbin.

[@socalpipedude]

I just bought the Nathan Davis record from your website. Keep up the great work. I'm learning a ton from your videos!

[@TheInGroove]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@stephenmahlstedt8533]

This is only the second video of yours I’ve watched (just discovered you this weekend), and I’ve already ordered three albums from your shop. You will be partially to blame when my wife leaves me ;)

[@sjakovics]

Friday Night Lights is a movie! "Friday Night in San Francisco" is an essential album. Thats a bit like calling The Wall, The Window! Otherwise, great video.

[@whynotwas]

Just discovered your channel and store. Thanks Mike, your knowledge and delivery are much appreciated.

[@vcp93]

Yes, Wayne Shorter's "Electra" is a great album. 🤣

[@richardfinlayson1524]

yes a hard title to find.......

[@daan5361]

He had to read it upside down, that's not easy...

[@scottdavis0801]

A fantastic album!!

[@kevinmoore994]

UGH! I keep watching these great videos and then I when I go to order what I want it’s out of stock. Must have Patience...

[@leon9021]

@The 'In' Groove Yes thats what made me think it obvious too, but technically speaking, it could be read as "Super-cut, Analogue disk". Meaning its just a super cut of sorts and that the disc is analog, which all records are even if from digital. Sort of like when they say "sourced from master tape", which does not mean its cut from the tape necessarily. I investigated the possibility of it being a tape copy as well, measuring the DB range of my original pressings vs these new, but they both came out identical, meaning that either the tape really was shipped, or just a digital transfer of the tapes was used. Because as far as I know, tape generations always lose a little bit of dynamics each time and can easily detect it on other reissues not using original masters. Another point is that there were actually 2 boxes, one in 2008 by another company, but cut at ATM by KG. So for them to ship the master tape over 2 times seems yet more unlikely, but still possible I suppose. Personally if that were the case I would advertise it like crazy with hype stickers and booklet data like with other AAA pressings. But again, its still possible that it is AAA.

[@garettpereda7769]

So I recently placed a couple orders on the "In Groove" website. I actually purchased the 45 RPM Analog Productions issue of Time Out featured in this video, among other Jazz titles (all amazing). I feel it's really important to support small businesses during this difficult time we find ourselves in. Mike, if you see this, thank you so much for the wonderful quality records, and the care you took in packaging and shipping. The records arrived in perfect shape and are really helping me get through this quarantine. If you're hesitating on your "In-Groove" shopping cart, pull the trigger!

[@TheInGroove]

Thanks. You're welcome.

[@jondingwall5941]

Wayne Shorter's 'Electra'...???

[@jorgek.4685]

Fantastic canal...

[@danmartinez5502]

Mike great job thanks for the heads up on Nora I had forgot to get it the first time around. I will check out your site.

[@TheInGroove]

You're welcome.

[@MsMojoworks]

Fantastic and unbelievable Know any other adjectives?

[@skrem23]

Great video. Loved all the albums you showed, and the two or three I don't own I certainly am interested in checking out. Also, big fan of your Meat Puppets t-shirt. "Up On The Sun" has been a favorite album of mine since my college radio days.

[@Drivehead103]

Are you familiar with Drivin N Cryin? Mystery Road album is fantastic.

[@ralfwalter3923]

The Yes Fragile One Step is amazing too! Oh by the way I just placed my first order with you about 10 min ago. Cool videos!

[@edleifer6719]

Boy do I wish you could do this same thing digital discs in the jazz arena.

[@craigdunn3231]

Nice vinyl collection I like jazz music

[@JamboLinnman]

Great video. Pleased to say that I have 4 of those fantastic releases.

[@TheInGroove]

Which ones?

[@JamboLinnman]

The 'In' Groove Dave Brubeck, Wayne Shorter, Norah Jones and Miles Davis. Really enjoy your videos. Have taken your advice on best versions as well... The Doors’ LA Women, Pink Floyd’s DSOTM (30th Anniversary Ed) and I’m pretty sure I bought the Miles Davis MoFi one after watching your version comparison video. I wish I had a local record store like yours (I’m in Scotland). Visited Phoenix on 3 week holiday of SW USA a few years ago. Wish I’d know about you then. If I manage to return, I’ll pop in!

[@lucalone]

UP ON THE SUN !!! AWESOME ALBUM !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@tonydepaolis]

Well this aged well...

[@sidvicious3129]

Can you tell us the Tone Poets or 80th Anniversary Bluenotes that you don’t care for as much due to sound quality of the original recordings.

[@ptbfrch]

How does the MoFi Monk’s Dream one step compare to the Impex release?

[@craigdunn3231]

Nice vinyl collection I want to get in to jazz music

[@fakrbob4099]

Correction: Neither of the mofi records are analog

[@halitmarmaris]

Thank you 🎵

[@dwfineart]

Excellent video.. great jazz from great jazz legends.. could you do a video for top 10 blues albums e.g. Doug MacLeod 45 rpm reference mastercuts thanks

[@afrose71]

How are the transfers being done for "new" vinyl? I've read they're using digital remasters to create new LPs because the original analog masters have degraded too much. Thanks.

[@leon9021]

What a coincidence, I just got the Three Blind Mice 45 Box Set actually. But truth be told I dont actually think these were AAA cuts. Comparing with my originals was fun, keeping both in the end. The only nitpick I have with the Impex reissue is that Kevin cut the drums a little too hot on certain tracks. But considering the difficulty of getting tapes shipped over seas, and the fact that there is no advertisement for it being AAA, leads me to believe its digitally sourced from the masters. I asked Kevin myself, he doesnt recall and even if he did he couldnt disclose the source used.

[@TheInGroove]

It reads "Super-Cut Analogue Disk" on the top of the jacket. Seams ballsy to cut it digital and print that on the top of the jacket. Also Tapes get shipped over seas all the time. Also possible they ran a 30ips copy and Kevin cut from that. Speakers corner does it all the time and anybody that sez they can hear the difference after its cut to vinyl is full of shit.

[@leon9021]

@@TheInGroove Yes thats what made me think it obvious too, but technically speaking, it could be read as "Super-cut, Analogue disk". Meaning its just a super cut of sorts and that the disc is analog, which all records are even if from digital. Sort of like when they say "sourced from master tape", which does not mean its cut from the tape necessarily. I investigated the possibility of it being a tape copy as well, measuring the DB range of my original pressings vs these new, but they both came out identical, meaning that either the tape really was shipped, or just a digital transfer of the tapes was used. Because as far as I know, tape generations always lose a little bit of dynamics each time and can easily detect it on other reissues not using original masters. Another point is that there were actually 2 boxes, one in 2008 by another company, but cut at ATM by KG. So for them to ship the master tape over 2 times seems yet more unlikely, but still possible I suppose. Personally if that were the case I would advertise it like crazy with hype stickers and booklet data like with other AAA pressings. But again, its still possible that it is AAA.

[@AndreasGousias]

Hello mike I would like to see comparison reviews to these LPS in the court of the crimson king Ritchie blackmore rainbow and Peter Gabriel so.Bye

[@Sortirai]

Superbe coffret👍 monk records

[@gmk123456789]

Mike, what’s the box set over your right shoulder...the one with the burgundy and yellow colored spine? Thanks!

[@normanmacfarlane2867]

I live in Australia. I WANT TO VISIT YOUR STORE . I'M GONNA NEED A MILLION DOLLARS LOL

[@SCW031992]

You say don't pay inflated prices for Kind of Blue, but you're selling a copy on eBay for $160.

[@TheInGroove]

Yes and you shouldn't buy it. But that's what they are currently selling for. If you have the money and you don't want to wait I have one just for you, but it's coming back and when it does the price will drop to $59.99.

[@SCW031992]

@@TheInGroove Thank you for your honesty. It's refreshing. I don't think I've ever seen a record store owner say not to buy something they are selling. I live in Memphis and we have some pretty cool independent record stores, but your store is now my favorite. If I'm ever in Arizona, I'll be popping in.

[@mcintoshkid]

thx,,for sharing

[@TheInGroove]

You're welcome.

[@oscillation7720]

Isn't it kind of weird to have kind of blue on a 45? Does it not bust up the continuity? Why don't they put these out on 33 as well for those of us who are set in our ways?

[@donotseemecricket]

I see several of these mofi releases also have SACD issues. How would you say SACD compares to the AAA vinyls? If played through a good system with proper equipment is the difference that noticeable? Or is it really down to a preference to the sound?

[@Carrera6rennsport]

I stayed to watch b/c of the Meat Puppets T-shirt...good jazz pics (Nora jones not so much). subscribed!

[@ELDecano1971]

LOL, The last all analog KOB was pressed by Classic records. What are MOFI using? ha

[@audiotomb]

Have all the Music Matters Blue Note 45s - can never catch up to them

[@colinhathaway9493]

Do you ship to the uk?

[@lukeseto9848]

Are all the Analogue Productions 45 RPM Records all-analog?

[@audiophilear698]

Yes

[@benhartzberg2087]

I’m trying to learn more about vinyl and I’m getting an education from your videos. What do you mean by “analog?

[@jazzcat2075]

Try demo Peter Brötzmann's Machine Gun in your store.

[@PackardDog]

how do you leave out Chuck Mangione!!??

[@harmmartens929]

the most music is on you tube, why spend such a lot of money ?

[@crazyprayingmantis5596]

Love this, but anyone paying $55 for some of these titles is nutz

[@Carrera6rennsport]

why? some of these pressings approach the fidelity of 15 and 30 ips tape. $55 will seem like a gift when you compare it against the cost of similar tape dubs.

[@crazyprayingmantis5596]

@@Carrera6rennsport I understand the fidelity, but I'm talking about the content.

[@JamboLinnman]

Crazy prayingmantis Not a fan of Jazz or these particular titles?

[@crazyprayingmantis5596]

@@JamboLinnman I love Jazz, but I don't love all Jazz. Most of these are very common titles and the original pressings sound fantastic, you'd have to seriously screw something up big time to make these albums sound bad, so I don't understand why anyone would pay these prices. I went through a phase where I would buy albums just because of the sound quality, I eventually slapped myself across the head and started buying music I liked no matter how it sounded. It's easy to fall into the trap especially if you've just put a nice system together.

[@DefenestrateYourself]

@@crazyprayingmantis5596 Some people's budgets are big with proportional expectations for aural quality.

[@stevemaclaine4547]

jazz crap is vile ,like hip hop or rap crap, pure soul 60s 70s the best ever.

[@NiklasMalmqvist]

I have no understanding how anyone can listen to jazz music and not wanna kill themself. I have tried several times to listen to different jazz records, but I just can’t stand it! Its really really awful and terrible! Saxophone , trumpets etc are the worse sounding instruments out there!

[@Greywolf3]

I’m so happy to have discovered your videos! I’m 76 living on Social Security and my Clearaudio turntable was stolen when I was in the hospital but once I get another turntable I want to buy at least one album a month from your store. More if possible! Your reviews are the best I’ve found.

[@risingstarvilla]

I bought Donald Byrd in Paris vol 1 & 2 from Sam records, original? forget it, rare as Dodo droppings and re-mortgage your house to buy them

[@dsonyay]

Interesting choices. I love ETC by Shorter. Side 2 is Mesmerizing.

[@shiplax]

The 45rpm Friday Night in San Fran is getting hard to find for less than almost double the list now. Is the 33rpm by IMPEX close enough as that can be found for $35?

[@bigsweetc6]

Is this a commercial? 😂

[@yannick930]

After this video I went out looking for those vinyl and the prices were too much for me. I bought normal versions. I like the music. It's enough for me. If I end up loving one maybe I'll hunt the better versions but I doubt it. Thanks for sharing.

[@DefenestrateYourself]

The "i" in "Isao" is pronounced like the letter "e", and "sow" like the pig.

[@Dems-fk8sh]

Cool shirt of a cool band.

[@kgobrien1]

musr be a a record number saying "unbelievable" and "fantastic" in a video, but these records are, well fantastic.

[@NotedArchived]

Perfect. Thank you!

[@Erdurask]

I have the Impex 2x45rpm version TBM 15-45. I can read on the net that Kevin G had remastered this and Tohru K the 2 others in tge box. But on my copy it says that Tohru K had mastered this at JVC mastering center. Anyone knows why this is.....or why my copy is not mastered by Kevin Gray

[@d_walsh]

$55 for records now ? Geezus.

[@dandevvers]

Great video. Just getting into Jazz so it’s good to have a few pointers. Just one question about the Marvin Gaye One Step that you mentioned. With the album being on 45’s and some of the track transitions being seamless, is the flow of the album hindered by the amount of “side changing”? I just wondered if you found this as a valid criticism or does the sound quality push this aside this as a minor inconvenience? BTW, I come from the POV of never hearing a One Step and having only one MoFi pressing (Curtis Mayfield).

[@marjanopresnik73]

Hmmmm. Was the album in 2002 even recorded in analog? Buying records now days is in a way become a science.

[@sainteal]

Masabumi Kikuchi Hairpin Circus and Terumasa Hino May Dance are both Great Japanese releases!

[@nickcharles1241]

What's the reason that these 33 1/3 LPs are at 45rpm? What are the pros and cons of picking up a 45 rpm LP?

[@dcrook232323]

An astute list. Hard to argue against. Own all of these. The (label & music variation) makes it a solid list.

[@GoDrex]

I like the shirt

[@psychiatricwan3831]

Hello Mike, thank you for the awesome video! And i’ve been watching your KZbin channel over a years! How is the TBM “Midnight Sugar” you feel?

[@kidcal]

Which titles from tone poet doesn’t sound as good?

[@rbyington22]

The first two albums on your list are sold out. Any options

[@thedrew1011]

Great list! Thank you

[@TheInGroove]

You're welcome.

[@maheiherp]

very cool records - and a very cool t-shirt!

[@redhouscv2792]

Does the “Art Blakey - Indestructible” run 45 RPM?

[@TheInGroove]

No. 33rpm.

[@redhouscv2792]

The 'In' Groove thank you for your reply

[@francescborrull9342]

Dave Brubeck Quartet - Time Out - Analog Productions LP is sold out :-(

[@TheInGroove]

It will come back. It's in print awaiting a repress.

[@francescborrull9342]

@@TheInGroove Thanks. I just purchased Norah Jones (6:45) from you (with Pearl Jam). I appreciate what you do, very grateful for your videos and you sharing so much knowledge and love for the music! You have a dream job, I'd love to do what you do!!!

[@TheInGroove]

@@francescborrull9342 Thank You.

[@danielbdbe]

hello do you ship in France from your store ? which carrier ? could not find the information ? thanks daniel

[@TheInGroove]

Yes. We ship via USPS

[@danielbdbe]

@@TheInGroove ok thanks I will considere to buy when delivering will work normally in France aftre quarantine . best regards . daniel

[@nohandle54]

Ive had such hit & miss luck with the quality of Mobile Fidelity (warped records being most common) - I wish someone else would get rights to Kind of Blue