UNBOXING The New Michael Jackson - Thriller One Step Form Mobile Fidelity

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[@Universityofvinyl]

Here for it!

[@TheInGroove]

WINNER WINNER. Email your info to the store.

[@Universityofvinyl]

@@TheInGroove Until next time

[@federico1888]

I'm 21, but i absolutely love Thriller and Michael Jackson. Sometimes i see the videos of his concerts, and they were absolutely amazing. How I wish he were still here. I really think he's the greatest musical artist of all time.

[@mazzysmusic]

Hey Mike, you woke me up with the news of a new and improved slim like box. Now you’re talking 🥳🥳🥳

[@AM_9924]

Grew up with this album. My parents danced to Billie Jean on the dance floor on their wedding night. So many memories. Michael Jackson is truly missed.

[@ojdean]

I was born the same year as Michael Jackson, grew up listening to him and performing his songs in various talent shows as I grew up in New Orleans. My feeling about Thriller is, and always has been, is that it has to be heard to be believed. The beats, vocal performances, melodies and arrangements are just amazing. True brilliance here.

[@Amit_l92]

Iconic album from the great Michael Jackson. Crazy to think it’s been 40 years since it’s release!

[@TheFrancostein]

One of the only albums that never gets old and gets better every time you listen to it.

[@rjaimeramirez]

This album was (like so many) soundtrack to my childhood. Vincent Prices laugh at the end of Thriller scared me as a child but that didn’t stop me from asking my mom to play the record over and over again.

[@donalddrewel7862]

Thriller is one of those rare records where the artist and the producer were at their peak. A trully amazing achievement.

[@cmarczyk300]

Thriller is 40 years old! Awesome music, memories and the sound! Just off the charts! So glad it is getting the one step treatment.

[@garymcketo6941]

I have my sons original copy of this album due to his passing from a brain tumor at 36 yrs old. This album reminds me of our good times together. Rock on Freddie!!

[@SK-xc6cd]

I don’t recommend leaving the shrink on the outer box. Like leaving shrink on regular sleeves, over time the shrink - shrinks and will damage the corners as it pulls in. In hotter and humid climates, the shrink can adhere to the surface so when it starts damaging the box and you want to remove it, you can’t without causing damage to the surface it’s adhered to. To keep hype stickers, I carefully peel them off (not always possible) and stick them to a new archive quality outer. It’s a balancing act because some surfaces like this one are bad for showing fingerprints.However with careful handling you can try to avoid this as best you can but the fingerprints will definitely be the lesser of the two evils when compared to the damage not removing shrink can do. Thank you for the early unboxing and sneak peek at this brilliant LP 🙏🏽

[@christianguajardo2136]

40 years to an excellent album that changed my childhood. Absolutely deserves it’s flowers and more.

[@slambias67]

This has to be considered a landmark album. It opened the eyes of many musical cultures. Blending Eddie Van Halen’s fiery guitar riffs and the great production of Quincy Jones made this a must own for most . Thanks for your terrific videos!!

[@SPAZZOID100]

Eddie only played the solo. All the riffs were played by Steve Lukather.

[@davidellis5141]

Also from 1982 , I'd like to hear The Lexicon Of Love by ABC given this treatment. A pop masterpiece.

[@federico1888]

I still remember when my father showed me the videos of his songs. I don't know why, but in everything he has done (videos, songs, human actions, ecc...) a magical aura surrounds him that makes him unique.

[@AudibleFaith]

That is so awesome of you Mike! I'd love to have this! I've never seen an actual "one Step" much less heard one. Thank you for giving back to the people. We really appreciate all of the time you put into keeping us informed on the best releases of certain albums, top 100's and all the other great information you put out. Have a great one!

[@jonsalvadorgascon5687]

This record was on repeat in my house growing up. A truly iconic album!

[@bech2002]

This album is one of those albums that leave a lasting impression on you. I still remember the first time I listened to it. It shook me up

[@novisnick6928]

Love that color shirt Mike! Thanks for all the information that you distribute to so many of us.

[@musicforhappypeople4608]

I am someone who grew up in the seventies listening and dancing to the disco craze that was happening back in the seventies and eighties. One of the albums that i had and still have in my collection is Thriller by Michael Jackson and it still sounds great .Listening to it again brings back so many happy memories .Those of us who went to all those disco clubs know what i am talking about.

[@anthonyhowell5117]

Hey Mike, thanks for all you do for the music community!

[@BrianDawe]

I’ve been following this entire ordeal and am beyond excited to hear this pressing… and your review of it. Tbh, you’re on my TV more often than anything else these days 😂

[@lachlanvos4830]

Really glad to see such an iconic album released in a format that makes sense practically! Single disk, slip-out cover, and great sound to boot.

[@tyleranderson1168]

This is a forever record. I listened to it with my parents. I listen to it with my kids. They will share it with my grandchildren!

[@lornerawlings407]

This was one of my first 3 records I obsessed over as 5 year old kid , the other 2 being complete madness by madness and jethro tull songs from the wood . That’s a random comment from a random music collector . I still love all 3 by the way simply because they’re ingrained in me . I learnt to put a needle on a record to these . They’ll all be forever close to my heart . Needless to say my first copy of thriller ( which I still own ) is in a box by the front door in case zombies invade my front yard - I will not let it near my turntable .

[@timbrownrigg5217]

Michael Jackson Featuring Toto. One of the most influential singers backed by amazing players, featuring arguably the best songwriter ever, an amazing producer, and an iconic horror actor....This was destined to be amazing.

[@seansrecords]

or Toto feat. MJ ?😂 i always bore anyone who will listen when this album is on that the band is the same one who did Africa , no one ever believes it

[@kenweide6083]

@@seansrecords Go listen to "She's a Beauty" by the Tubes. Might as well be a Toto song. Their fingerprints were everywhere in the 80's.

[@diamac]

TOTO is all over this record. Even Greg Phillinganes would eventually be a member of TOTO. I always called Human Nature a TOTO track feat. MJ ;)

[@ProjectilePro]

love that you keep the reviews fair and honest and genuinely care about sound more than if its digital/analog or all the other nonsense. appreciate the videos mike keep them up!

[@bjgjax]

Love this album. I have an original copy in good shape but I bet this version will sound amazing. This album was so influential and so well produced. Thanks Mike

[@analoguecity3454]

This album is close to me , because it was the first recording I ever bought period back in 1984 at age14! When I played it on my parents "philco" I was blown away! Now on my better system, I'm that much more blown away!

[@rogerleathers1388]

The new one step box finally looks appropriate and I completely agree about leaving the shrink on it. This iconic album took the world by storm and it's easily worthy of an in store listening event. I'm excited to hear how it compares in your shoot out.

[@everydayaudiophile]

My dad is a loudspeaker engineer, did it for a local AZ audio company for years, and if theres one thing he swears by, its this album. Please send this to my Dad. He just moved into his home and im helping him finish his living room setup and this would be a killer housewarming gift. Cheers!

[@jefflittle]

I really have appreciated you role in this whole "saga." Thank you for your real opinions and comments, your assertiveness and your follow-through on this. I've had this conversation so many times now with many friends and have learned a whole bunch - and have seen the scene change with more transparency as a result - which is definitely a net WIN all around. PEACE!

[@MrPuz92]

this album is so iconic and describes an era of music that well never have again!

I've had only one version of this great album when it was released around Christmas 1982! The hits!! Great memories!

[@mrdjproductions3070]

Thanks for unboxing this. Can’t wait to hear it plus the bonus material!

[@kawlreaper]

Remember this album well! As a matter of fact, I put in a order for this one-step and reminded me how much I love vinyl. Thats fantastic that you are giving back to the vinyl community!

[@phalstaph]

I hadn’t listened to this album in more than 20 years, it’s so much better than I remembered.

[@pierrekitts7089]

What an album, it's fantastic, no wonder why it is the best-selling album of all time. Wondering why Michael Jackson was so revered as an artist pick the album up and wonder no more. Incredible work from Michael Jackson, Quincy Jones, and all of the others who were part of making this album such a phenomenal success.

[@sidvicious3129]

This is an actual great way to do a contest Michael and we appreciate you for doing this. This should be the way One-steps are done. It looks like a Craft Recording type of box.

[@brianwehmeyer5605]

Thank you for your revue!! Love your store and always enjoy shopping there, especially the new location. Thank you

[@DJTdog24]

This will be my first mofi record I’ll ever own when it comes out. Really looking forward to it. Such an iconic album.

[@jimfrancis1498]

Love the Eddie Van Halen solo in Beat It. And his remixing of the song that Michael loved and kept his changes. A masterpiece for Michael and probably the last "pure" album of his. __

[@SPAZZOID100]

Not sure what remix you speak of. All the songs were mixed by Bruce Swedien.

[@MrOli101]

What an iconic album. The new box looks awesome! Thanks for the video Mike!

[@TimeforaNewWatch]

I remember often listening to a 45 of Thriller at my grandparent's house growing up. When the song really kicks in the sound totally fills the room! Unforgettable for me.

[@markcoll5761]

This is one of those albums that sold millions upon millions of records and yet you still can’t find them out in the wild. Just goes to show how great the music is.

[@OwlsRNotWhatTheySeem]

Maybe in Guam? This record is everywhere

[@ThomasS85]

One of those albums where you know every track by heart!

[@duff0120]

all the songs in that album are incredible, every single one

[@joelene]

Spot on🎉

[@morellsmn]

In 1988, I stood in line for 12 straight hours to get tickets to see Michael Jackson in concert. I was tired, I was hungry and my back hurt from trying to sleep on the sidewalk. But it was worth it.

[@craiglee3200]

Thanks Mikey, with another good video. I do appreciate how knowledgeable you are and how good your ears are at being able to differentiate the differences between albums. My ears are useless and probably suffer from tinnitus

[@clearydesign]

This is an amazing album. Love everything Quincy Jones puts his hands on.

[@benjaminkolder]

I really dig the new box direction being a slip case design. My main criticism is the continued use of the generic one-step jacket with the “Original Master Recording” album gatefold reduced to an insert. Given the price / competition, I don’t understand why we can’t have a nice tip-on glossy “Original Master Recording” gatefold jacket that could nicely tuck inside the slip case. That being said, definitely a step in the right direction!

[@benhartzberg671]

Always an informative video Mike! Thank you for the passion you bring to the vinyl community!!!

[@SpeedyMcGhee]

Great contest! Thanks for the unboxing and all of the videos! I like the sleeker box design.

[@michaelbrodybroshears5721]

One of the first tapes I ever bought. Just an iconic record, and it still holds up. If I don’t want to spend the cash on this newest iteration , what’s the best pressing of this one? If you’ve already done a shootout, feel free to link that in your response. And, thanks for all you do for the vinyl community!

[@kayakuprising5914]

Thank you Mike, you have been instrumental in my education in Vinyl. Keep doing what you do.

[@rossdaddario6168]

Great to see you see this story through. Great new box, as well as much needed transparency on the hype sticker. Thanks for the opportunity to win this.

[@ActuMoto]

This album just doesn’t get old !Thriller ! MJ ! Thanks MOFI, hope we get more MJ albums

[@jermainejohn7719]

Thus is pretty awesome. Love your reviews.

[@JOcasio1977]

Mike I just want to personally thank you for getting me into a whole lot of music that I never would have ever listened to. I will never be a vinyl collector the Way You Are but man you have opened my eyes to a world of great great music. your personality is awesome for what you do keep doing the videos because I am really interested in what you have to say

[@reddsrecords7167]

Thanks for the unboxing. The last version I listened too (unfortunately) was 25… I would love to hear this. Keep em’ coming with all your videos!

[@lord-nikon]

Great review, thanks for all of your hard work on the MOFI issues this past summer.

[@djackal1965]

I remember when thus first came out, I played the cassette nonstop and had to buy another copy. Once I bought a stereo system and purchased a vinyl copy, I fell in love with all over again. There was not a bad song on this album and I still continue listening to it.

[@halfsquatch]

Thank you for this unboxing video! I am super excited about this release!

[@TheBluRayCritic]

Great unboxing and thanks for getting to the bottom of things during the Mofi interview you did.

[@silentlyunsteadycollecting]

Recently revisited this album after many decades and was pleasantly surprised how much I liked it. Looking forward to hearing the remaster.

[@lloydraylor8957]

Hey Mike, love the videos and appreciate your contributions to the VC. Thanks!

[@rundmd2]

Thanks for all you do. Your passion for vinyl shows in these videos. We live in NC but am working on convincing my wife to make a road trip to your shop. Hope to see you guys soon.

[@usquebaugh1]

Count me as one of your many subscribers who looks forward to my morning coffee while watching your weekly New Arrivals videos every Thursday. I never had the budget to be a MoFi purchaser, but back in 2020 when I decided I needed to add a Kind of Blue for the ages, I shelled out the extra ca$h for the 45 rpm box, thinking I was getting this all analog, definitive and pristine version...count me as one of the many who felt hoodwinked by their lack of transparency. I don't have a problem with digital transfers per se, but they should have been up front about their process and the releases priced accordingly. I really appreciated the efforts you went to, to get to the facts straight and to share your findings with the VC. As far as this new Thriller One Step, I will say that I'm a fan of this updated, more streamlined box. I have a few larger box sets that are like this: Grateful Dead and Dave Matthews & Tim Reynolds - Live at Luther College come to mind; I find they sit on the shelf nicely and the records are more easily accessed, so I tend to play them more frequently. Lastly, I like the idea of being able to leave the shrink with the hype stickers on. I enjoyed the review... see you Thursday! 😀

[@MrZenkman]

Thanks for all you do Mike! Really enjoyed the Q&A yesterday. Even though it’s 2 hours of time…it goes by quickly.

[@paulschafer49]

Thanks for the information. Love the record and can't wait to hear how it sounds. And I DO like the look of the new sleeve.

[@memberrrberry7282]

Thanks for the unboxing, one of the greatest albums of all time. Thanks Mike!

[@Valleyplant]

This was such a fascinating saga to watch, it’s fun to see it wrap up! A new era

[@seand67]

Great unboxing. I also like the packaging which lets you preserve the shrink wrap as another layer of protection

[@MoonSpeaksTV]

So cool ! Can’t wait to hear back about the sound quality of the vinyl !

[@hermperez1337]

That's my favorite album! Great unboxing video. So excited!

[@PapaHautean]

Mike, I enjoy all that you share on KZbin. I have made purchases from your store based upon what you share about new releases. I appreciate the prompt service. Look forward to the "Thriller" release. I have a first pressing. Being a lifelong resident of Terre Haute, Indiana it's fun to find the "T" on various albums in my collection. I remember the Columbia Records plant from years ago. I had various relatives that worked there. I went to warehouse sales over the years and bought records, 8-tracks, cassettes and CDs. My record collection contains many Columbia Records warehouse purchasers. I have great memories of standing in the cold waiting for the warehouse doors to open and moving through boxes of albums that I purchased for $1 each. Thanks for what you do and throw me into the mix for the new "Thriller". David

[@darrinlackey6006]

Nice. Love the simple box and I’m glad it’s a single LP. This was the first Pop album I had as a kid.

[@thetrentmeister]

You have the greatest attitude towards enjoying records, Mike. Thanks for the excellent content.

[@michaelcollins4090]

Ordered it immediately, thanks for doing the unboxing. Hoping to make the listening party. Thx Mike

[@NickP333]

Thriller was the soundtrack of my youth. Love that album. Thanks for the overview of this One Step so far, Mike 🔊😊🎶

[@mikevanderwalker4799]

Hey Mike. Thanks for all the great info and providing solid details on this release. Looking forward to it.

[@JasonVoorhees5713]

I loved the video Mike. Love Thriller, one of the best all time albums from the 80s. Can't wait to hear this on my system. Keep em coming brother.

[@OperaticSkeleton1991]

Love the look of the new slipcover! Thanks for the unboxing Mike!

[@2ndchance632]

As always, I really like your videos. Informative, straight to the point, and trust worthy.👍🏻👍🏻

[@OTMP01]

Mike appreciate the transparency you are giving us with this release… Your opinion and dedication means a lot.

[@MangoZen]

Hi Mike, love the new box. Great job as always and looking forward to the shootout! Your honesty and transparency is so refreshing.

[@DC-xx4kv]

Mike, the new One Step box and packaging is one of the big attractions of this reissue for me. ☮️

[@jessebowman9014]

Excited for the shootout vid! I always like these unboxing vids too, I like to know things about the different covers and details, I always know you'll bring em up!

[@GIBKEL]

That bass line(pad) to Billie Jean was one of that last big pop songs that got me….that feeling you got at this time in the 70’s and 80’s when you walked out of Star Wars or Raiders. You almost could float when that needle hit. It’s sentimental in that way as I dove into punk/blues that would show up as promos at the record store I began working at. I became resentful of the spoon fed shlock the record companies were constantly feeding us. It still moves me and I still walk on air. As you age, you realize there is space for all.

[@lelagilsdorf489]

I am 64 years old and have been a fan of Michaels since i was around 11 when he was still with his brothers the Jackson 5. We were both born in august me on the 11th and him on the 29th. I wholeheartedly believe he deserves the title king of pop he is an amazing or was an amazing artist and there will never be another one like Michael Jackson

[@lelagilsdorf489]

I would love to have this

[@theromulus8772]

One of my favorite albums I was graduating High School when this record came out and everyone had a copy. I'm glad Mofi brought out a high quality version of this album.

[@cajoleable]

I’m very new to vinyl. Last month or so. Thanks for the content. I’ve learned quite a bit.

[@fernandotrdomingues]

The package looks awesome and based on Mike's comments, soundwise seems even better!!! Looking forward to adding this one to my collection!

[@miguelbarrio]

This came out when I was a kid. Listening to this in its most perfect glory would be amazing

[@Pokav1deo]

Thank you for your continued, informative videos. Looking forward to this new release. The presentation looks fantastic 🤩

[@8BitLatinGamer]

I was raised listening to that album. Love it! I agree with you on that awesome box. So Iconic and one of the best albums ever released!

[@brotherwill]

This is the first record I clearly remember spinning on my Fisher Price record player as a kid in 1982/1983. I can still remember that I used to test myself as a 3 year old to see how long I could listen to the song "Thriller" before I would run out of the room because it scared me when Vincent Price started his speech!

[@stanbaucom3464]

I'm a big Thriller fan. But I'm a huge Quincy Jones fan and the fact that he produced the first 3 Michael Jackson albums is a must for any collector.

[@terrencespikes3110]

LOVE Thriller!! Never had a mobile fidelity LP before, super super cool video.

[@njodegaard]

Packaging looks good! This album is full of good songs I use for my students to learn playing the bass. They are fun to play!

[@pauldergarabedian303]

Loving the new box and looking forward to hearing the amazing production values on my Klipsch Cornwall III's. Thanks as always for the great videos Mike!