Great albums
Great albums. Your edition.
15 albums everyone knows – here in two to four editions: on vinyl at 33⅓ or 45 rpm, as UHQR, as SACD or on tape. Pick an album and discover its editions. Plus 6 more great albums in a special edition.
Tap a cover – you see all of its editions.
01 / Your edition
Which album?
Tap a cover. You see all editions side by side – and what makes each one special.
02 / The editions
What sets the editions apart
Tap an edition – the catalogue shows you every album available that way.
03 / All albums
All 21 albums
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In several editions
Jazz · recorded 1959
Kind of Blue
Miles Davis
Recorded on 2 March and 22 April 1959 in New York with John Coltrane, Cannonball Adderley, Bill Evans, Wynton Kelly, Paul Chambers and Jimmy Cobb. During the first session the tape machine ran too slowly – the Analogue Productions double LP includes the three affected pieces at corrected speed and in the speed version originally released.
“It comes with sheer, unbelievable ease … When Miles comes in, he’s there within a fraction of a second. There’s this musicality, this band, the room, the separation, the soundstage – it’s all so natural.”
“Let’s start with a masterpiece … Kind of Blue, Miles Davis. We have a very, very special edition here.”
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| Detail | AUHQR 0004-45 | AAPJ 8163 |
|---|---|---|
| Edition | UHQR · 45 RPM 200 g Clarity Vinyl | Vinyl · 33⅓ and 45 RPM 2 LPs · 180 g · Sides 1–3 at 33⅓, Side 4 at 45 · corrected and original speed |
| Mono / Stereo | Stereo | Not specified |
| Mastering Engineer | Bernie Grundman | Bernie Grundman |
| Pressing plant | Quality Record Pressings | Quality Record Pressings |
| Source stated on product | Original master tapes | Original master tapes |
| Label / series | Analogue Productions / UHQR | Analogue Productions |
| Packaging | Stoughton tip-on gatefold, UHQR slipcase, 20-page booklet | Not specified |
| Catalogue number | AUHQR 0004-45 | AAPJ 8163 |
UHQR · 45 RPM200 g Clarity Vinyl
Vinyl · 33⅓ and 45 RPM2 LPs · 180 g · sides 1–3 at 33⅓, side 4 at 45 · corrected and original speed
Jazz · released 1959
Time Out
The Dave Brubeck Quartet
Released in 1959, it grew from Dave Brubeck’s fascination with rhythms beyond conventional American popular song – and it is far warmer and more playful than the word “experiment” might suggest.
“Dave Brubeck’s Time Out at 45 rpm – a legend, a legendary album. If there were a top five, it would probably be in it. One of the best-sounding albums you can buy. Fantastic.”
Vinyl · 45 RPM2 LPs
Vinyl · 33⅓ RPM1 LP · 180 g
Jazz · recorded 1964
A Love Supreme
John Coltrane
Recorded in December 1964 with McCoy Tyner, Jimmy Garrison and Elvin Jones: the classic quartet with a single large purpose.
“A Love Supreme and Ballads are, in my opinion, the jazz reissues of 2020. Outstanding.”
UHQR · 45 RPM2 LPs · 200 g Clarity Vinyl
Vinyl · 33⅓ RPM1 LP · 180 g
SACD
Reel-to-reel tape
Blues · recorded 1963
Folk Singer
Muddy Waters
Recorded in Chicago in September 1963: Muddy Waters on voice and guitar with Buddy Guy, Willie Dixon on bass and Clifton James on drums. Chess released the album in 1964.
“The voice on the Analogue Production has this analog vinyl touch – and Muddy Waters is very dynamic when he sings … This one stays my personal number one for this 1964 Muddy Waters release.”
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| Detail | AAPB 1483-45 | AAPB 1483 | ACHE 28127 | RRAP 0016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edition | Vinyl · 45 RPM 2 LPs | Vinyl · 33⅓ RPM Analogue Productions · 1 LP · 180 g | Vinyl · 33⅓ RPM Chess · Acoustic Sounds Series · 1 LP · 180 g · Mono | Reel-to-reel tape |
| Mono / Stereo | Not specified | Stereo | Mono | Not specified |
| Mastering Engineer | Bernie Grundman | Bernie Grundman | Matthew Lutthans | Not specified |
| Pressing plant | Quality Record Pressings | Quality Record Pressings | Quality Record Pressings | Not applicable |
| Source stated on product | Original master tapes | Original master tapes | All-analog (AAA) | Master tape copy |
| Label / series | Analogue Productions | Analogue Productions | Chess / Acoustic Sounds Series | Analogue Productions / Ultra Tape |
| Packaging | Not specified | Gatefold, additional photographs and insert | Not specified | Not specified |
| Catalogue number | AAPB 1483-45 | AAPB 1483 | ACHE 28127 | RRAP 0016 |
Vinyl · 45 RPM2 LPs
Vinyl · 33⅓ RPMAnalogue Productions · 1 LP · 180 g
Vinyl · 33⅓ RPMChess · Acoustic Sounds Series · 1 LP · 180 g · Mono
Reel-to-reel tape
Jazz
Getz/Gilberto
Stan Getz & João Gilberto
João Gilberto’s guitar, Antônio Carlos Jobim’s piano and Stan Getz’s tenor: with “The Girl from Ipanema” this meeting helped bossa nova reach an international audience.
“Another classic from the UME series by Analogue Productions and Acoustic Sounds: Getz/Gilberto. A beautiful recording and pressing – an all-time classic. You can’t go wrong with this album and this version. Everything you want as an audiophile, this release has.”
Vinyl · 45 RPM2 LPs
Vinyl · 33⅓ RPM1 LP · 180 g
Jazz · recorded 1957
Way Out West
Sonny Rollins
March 1957 in Los Angeles: Sonny Rollins with Ray Brown and Shelly Manne as a trio, at an unusually late hour – with Western songs such as “I’m An Old Cowhand” and “Wagon Wheels”.
“Of all the versions I have and know, this is the ultimate one.”
UHQR · 45 RPM2 LPs · 200 g Clarity Vinyl
Vinyl · 33⅓ RPM1 LP · 180 g
Rock & Pop · released 1966
Pet Sounds
The Beach Boys
Released in 1966: the Beach Boys’ voices with keyboards, strings, brass and tuned percussion – and even bicycles and everyday sounds.
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| Detail | AAPP 067-45 | AAPP 067M-45 | AAPP 067 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edition | Vinyl · 45 RPM 2 LPs · Stereo | Vinyl · 45 RPM 2 LPs · Mono | Vinyl · 33⅓ RPM 1 LP · 180 g · Stereo |
| Mono / Stereo | Stereo | Mono | Stereo |
| Mastering Engineer | Kevin Gray | Kevin Gray | Kevin Gray |
| Pressing plant | Quality Record Pressings | Quality Record Pressings | Quality Record Pressings |
| Source stated on product | Original master tapes | Original master tapes | Not specified |
| Label / series | Analogue Productions | Analogue Productions | Analogue Productions |
| Packaging | Stoughton gatefold | Stoughton gatefold | Stoughton tip-on sleeve |
| Catalogue number | AAPP 067-45 | AAPP 067M-45 | AAPP 067 |
Vinyl · 45 RPM2 LPs · Stereo
Vinyl · 45 RPM2 LPs · Mono
Vinyl · 33⅓ RPM1 LP · 180 g · Stereo
Rock & Pop · released 1967
Axis: Bold As Love
The Jimi Hendrix Experience
Released at the end of 1967, the second Jimi Hendrix Experience album – here the studio becomes part of the band.
“Sound-wise, the UHQR is a killer – a real killer.”
“The mono edition hits you right in the face – exactly what I always hope for from a mono edition.”
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Details from the existing product data. Unspecified details remain open. Prices and availability remain with the editions below.
| Detail | AUHQR 0001-45 | AUHQR 0002-45 |
|---|---|---|
| Edition | UHQR · 45 RPM 2 LPs · 200 g Clarity Vinyl · Stereo | UHQR · 45 RPM 2 LPs · 200 g Clarity Vinyl · Mono |
| Mono / Stereo | Stereo | Mono |
| Mastering Engineer | Bernie Grundman | Bernie Grundman |
| Pressing plant | Quality Record Pressings | Quality Record Pressings |
| Source stated on product | Original master tapes | Original master tapes |
| Label / series | Analogue Productions / UHQR | Analogue Productions / UHQR |
| Packaging | Clamshell box, 16-page booklet, certificate | Clamshell box, 16-page booklet, certificate |
| Catalogue number | AUHQR 0001-45 | AUHQR 0002-45 |
UHQR · 45 RPM2 LPs · 200 g Clarity Vinyl · Stereo
UHQR · 45 RPM2 LPs · 200 g Clarity Vinyl · Mono
Rock & Pop · released 1977
Aja
Steely Dan
Released in 1977: Donald Fagen and Walter Becker with changing rhythm sections, recorded in several studios in Los Angeles and New York.
“I think I just listened to the audiophile reissue of 2023.”
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| Detail | AUHQR 0014-45 | CAPP 139 SA |
|---|---|---|
| Edition | UHQR · 45 RPM 200 g Clarity Vinyl | SACD |
| Mono / Stereo | Stereo | Not specified |
| Mastering Engineer | Bernie Grundman | Bernie Grundman |
| Pressing plant | Quality Record Pressings | Not specified |
| Source stated on product | Analog 15 ips tape copy (¼-inch, non-Dolby EQ) | Not specified |
| Label / series | Analogue Productions / UHQR | Analogue Productions |
| Packaging | Slipcase, Stoughton tip-on gatefold, UHQR booklet, inspection certificate | Not specified |
| Catalogue number | AUHQR 0014-45 | CAPP 139 SA |
UHQR · 45 RPM200 g Clarity Vinyl
SACD
Rock & Pop · released 1970
Moondance
Van Morrison
In early 1970 Van Morrison brought his musical interests together in ten compact songs – many ideas had developed around Woodstock.
“A wonderful Van Morrison – once again at his best.”
Vinyl · 45 RPM2 LPs · 180 g
SACD
Rock & Pop · recorded 1968
Astral Weeks
Van Morrison
Recorded in New York in September and October 1968 – with musicians whose experience came substantially from jazz.
“Astral Weeks. Oh my God, I so love this album.”
Vinyl · 45 RPM2 LPs · 180 g
SACD
Reggae · released 1977
Exodus
Bob Marley & The Wailers
After the assassination attempt in Kingston in December 1976, Bob Marley left for England. The album was released in 1977 and carries that movement in its title.
“It was frightening how much better the 45 RPM UHQR of Exodus is – it simply smoked it.”
UHQR · 45 RPM200 g Clarity Vinyl
SACD
Reel-to-reel tapeUltra Tape
Classical · recorded 1954
Richard Strauss: Also sprach Zarathustra
Fritz Reiner · Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Fritz Reiner recorded the work with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra on 8 March 1954; the stereo LP of this performance followed in 1960.
“Richard Strauss, Also sprach Zarathustra, with Fritz Reiner and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra – luckily at 45 rpm, because the dynamic range is not of this world. It blew me out of my living room. Breathtaking … Highly, highly recommended for everybody who is even a little bit into classical music.”
Vinyl · 45 RPM2 LPs · 180 g
Vinyl · 33⅓ RPM1 LP · 180 g
Rock & Pop · recorded 1968–1969
Tommy
The Who
Recorded largely at London’s IBC Studios between September 1968 and March 1969, and released in Britain on 23 May 1969.
UHQR · 33⅓ RPM2 LPs · 200 g Clarity Vinyl
SACD
Reel-to-reel tapeUltra Tape
Rock & Pop · released 1967
Are You Experienced
The Jimi Hendrix Experience
The album that introduced the Jimi Hendrix Experience in 1967.
“Bernie Grundman nailed this one. I don’t know how he did it, but it sounds incredible. Stunning.”
UHQR · 33⅓ RPM1 LP · 200 g Clarity Vinyl
SACD
More great albums
In one special edition.
Rock & Pop
The Dark Side of the Moon
Pink Floyd
Built as one continuous journey through time, pressure, money, conflict and mortality. “Time” emerges from a collage of clocks.
SACD
Rock & Pop
Wish You Were Here
Pink Floyd
Absence as the subject of a whole album: “Shine On You Crazy Diamond” grows from sustained keyboard tones to David Gilmour’s four-note guitar figure.
SACD
Rock & Pop · released 1971
Who’s Next
The Who
Released in 1971 – with Pete Townshend’s ambitious “Lifehouse” project behind it.
UHQR · 33⅓ RPM200 g Clarity Vinyl
Jazz · recorded 1961
Waltz for Debby
Bill Evans Trio
25 June 1961, the Village Vanguard in New York: Bill Evans with Scott LaFaro and Paul Motian on the final day of a two-week engagement.
“It’s the same quality as Sunday at the Village Vanguard.”
UHQR · 45 RPM200 g Clarity Vinyl
Jazz · recorded 1961
Sunday at the Village Vanguard
Bill Evans Trio
From the same 25 June 1961 at the Village Vanguard – with the spotlight on bassist Scott LaFaro.
“I’m 100 percent sure: what we have here is the ultimate version.”
UHQR · 45 RPM200 g Clarity Vinyl
Jazz · recorded 1965
A Charlie Brown Christmas
Vince Guaraldi Trio
Recorded in autumn 1965, mainly in San Francisco – the original Christmas album of 1965.
“A Charlie Brown Christmas – a record I have in so many versions. And finally we get the ultimate version: the UHQR … If you like that record, try to get the UHQR. An amazing, brilliant title.”
UHQR · 45 RPM2 LPs · 200 g Clarity Vinyl
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04 / Guide
Where do you start?
21 great albums from jazz, blues, rock & pop, reggae and classical: 15 of them come in several editions here, six in one special edition. Above, you pick an album and see its editions side by side. This is the question before that: where do you start? It depends on what you like to hear.
You love jazz
Then “Kind of Blue” is the natural choice: recorded on 2 March and 22 April 1959 in New York with John Coltrane, Cannonball Adderley, Bill Evans, Wynton Kelly, Paul Chambers and Jimmy Cobb. From the same year comes “Time Out”, born of Dave Brubeck’s fascination with rhythms beyond conventional American popular song. “Way Out West” shows Sonny Rollins in 1957 in a trio with Ray Brown and Shelly Manne, and with “The Girl from Ipanema”, “Getz/Gilberto” helped bossa nova reach an international audience.
You love rock and pop
“Pet Sounds” joins the Beach Boys’ voices in 1966 with keyboards, strings, brass and tuned percussion – and even bicycles and everyday sounds. “Axis: Bold As Love” is the second Jimi Hendrix Experience album: here the studio becomes part of the band. “The Dark Side of the Moon” is built as one continuous journey, and on “Aja” Donald Fagen and Walter Becker work with changing rhythm sections in 1977.
You’re looking for blues, reggae or classical
“Folk Singer” shows Muddy Waters in Chicago in September 1963 on voice and guitar, with Buddy Guy, Willie Dixon on bass and Clifton James on drums. “Exodus” was released in 1977, after Bob Marley had left for England following the assassination attempt in Kingston. And “Richard Strauss: Also sprach Zarathustra” takes you to Fritz Reiner and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, recorded on 8 March 1954.
You want to compare editions
You have the most choice with “A Love Supreme” and “Folk Singer”: four editions each, from vinyl at 33⅓ rpm to reel-to-reel tape. With “Pet Sounds” you choose between stereo and mono, with “Axis: Bold As Love” between the UHQR in stereo and the one in mono. Above, under “Your edition”, you see all the editions of an album side by side.
Frequently asked
Quick answers
Which great album should I start with?
With what you like to hear: from jazz, say, “Kind of Blue” or “Time Out”, from rock “Pet Sounds” or “Axis: Bold As Love”, from blues Muddy Waters’ “Folk Singer”, from reggae “Exodus” and from classical “Also sprach Zarathustra” with Fritz Reiner.
Which edition suits me?
The one that suits the way you listen: vinyl at 33⅓ or 45 rpm, a UHQR edition, an SACD for your SACD player or a tape for your tape machine. Above you see every edition of each album side by side.
What is a UHQR?
Ultra High Quality Record. It is the name of Analogue Productions’ limited editions on 200-gram Clarity Vinyl, pressed at Quality Record Pressings, inspected by hand and packed in a box with a booklet and a hand-signed certificate of inspection.
Where can I find more albums?
On our genre and series pages – they list every record we carry.
Which albums come in the most editions here?
“A Love Supreme” and “Folk Singer”: four editions each, including a reel-to-reel tape.
What is a hybrid SACD?
A Super Audio CD with two layers: the CD layer plays on any CD player, the SACD layer on an SACD player. As hybrid SACDs we carry “A Love Supreme”, “Aja”, “Moondance”, “Astral Weeks”, “Exodus”, “Tommy”, “Are You Experienced”, “The Dark Side of the Moon” and “Wish You Were Here”.
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