Yes - Close to the Edge (LP, 2021 Reissue)
- LP
- 1 piece(s)
- 1972
- 7 tracks
- 1 uur, 4 min
- progressive rock
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This Yes album is my absolute favorite. I'm a huge fan of that warm, cozy blanket of plate reverb, it's just so delicious. It's *slightly* distorted in parts, but I think that's just an issue with the recording or maybe it's just a common thing. Even if it's not, it doesn't stop me from enjoying it.
I own both this reissue and the original US version, and in my opinion, this one outshines the original in several aspects. Firstly, if you can find a sealed copy, the pressing quality here is likely to exceed that of a used original. Optimal did a fantastic job on this release. While it didn't look impressive at first glance, the sound quality is truly exceptional. The first side, featuring the title track, had virtually no ticks or pops that I could detect on my system, even during the quiet bridge between "Total Mass Retain" and "I Get Up I Get Down". I was genuinely amazed by how clean the background sounded on Side 1. Side 2 wasn't quite as flawless, but it still earned an A rating from a noise perspective. The disc was also perfectly flat, so kudos to Optimal all around. Regarding the mastering, I'd say it's comparable to the US original, with a couple of notable differences. Firstly, the high end sounds slightly subdued in comparison, which I consider a positive. The organ section in "I Get Up I Get Down" is much more tolerable on this pressing, whereas the original sounds painfully harsh. Secondly, the inner-groove distortion at the end of both sides is significantly worse on the original pressing. The Bellman cut is a marked improvement, though it doesn't completely solve the issue. Those who can't stand the inner-groove distortion might prefer the new Kevin Gray 2LP 45 cut, though I haven't had a chance to listen to it myself. An odd thing to note is that the 2012 reissue is cut MUCH lower on Side 2 compared to Side 1. It's not a major problem since turning up the amp volume doesn't significantly increase the noise floor or distortion, but it's worth knowing in case you're wondering why Side 2 doesn't sound as impactful as the first.
Barry Diament's mastering sounds fantastic- absolutely love it! „““““““
This is how every reissue of 1970's records should be done. You receive pristine vinyl, a live performance in excellent quality, and the atmospheric mix. It's well-considered and sounds fantastic! Alright
Could very well be the most amazing bass I've ever come across on a vinyl record. All the other elements sound fantastic as well, nothing to criticize here. Trust me, it's even better when you crank up the volume a tad!
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