DirectCheapest atvinyl.com
Vovyl is currently tracking 1 offers for the 1988 limited edition of Vangelis's Direct vinyl. Currently available at $45.99 from vinyl.com. This price is currently 13% higher than the 30-day average.
4.5
Average of 12 reviews
8
2
2
0
0
Whether a review is positive, negative, or neutral, we always publish it. However, we screen every review to ensure it is authentic and free of profanity. These checks happen automatically, though a human occasionally steps in. We never pay for reviews.
This is a really great and spotless pressing. In my opinion, it even outdoes the 1989 South Korea release (https://www.discogs.com/release/21394006-Vangelis-Direct).
The pressing quality is a tad better than average (for colored vinyl), LP1 has a bit of a bend/wobble (perhaps that's why A1 doesn't play smoothly at the start), while LP2 is nearly flat. Overall, the records play quite cleanly, with just a couple of spots that crackle, and they spin without any distortion. The sound is fantastic (I haven't got anything else to compare it to), and you can really pick out details with repeated listens. The cover (pocket-style, which is handy) is lovely, made from thicker, textured material, and the insert is on matte paper. This album is new to me—I don’t know why I hadn’t checked it out before—but it’s definitely intriguing. I can’t rate it after just the first or second listen; it’ll take some time to fully appreciate. Even though I’d prefer classic black vinyl, I’d recommend picking up and listening to this album in this edition. The production quality is top-notch. Listen and enjoy...Played on: Technics SL-100C, Ortofon Concorde Music Bronze, Rega Fono MM MK5, Technics SU-G700M2, Yamaha NS-777, Vinyl Cleaner Pro-Ject VC-E
Vangelis truly shines when crafting beautiful music, and that's exactly what he does here. Apart from the average opening song, the rest of the album is absolutely fantastic. Give 'Will of the Wind' a listen, as it's featured here, and you'll see what I mean. It's just marvelous!
In my opinion, this is Vangelis's finest album, featuring 3 amazing songs: "The will of the wind," "Rotation's logic," and "Message...
While I'm more of a fan of Vangelis' 70s work, this album is still one of my top picks. He really knows how to evoke emotions with his music. A few tracks might remind you of that polished 80s sound, but he pulls it off so well that it never feels outdated or tacky. The vinyl sounds fantastic, and you can snag it for a bargain if you look around. The only downside is that it's missing two songs compared to the CD version—something I just noticed. I suppose I'll have to hunt down a copy or consider the double MOV edition.
Whether you're just starting your vinyl collection or have been spinning for years, the right turntable makes all the difference. We've selected the best options for every budget.
Discover our selection of turntables
| Date | Lowest price | Average price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 18, 2025 | $32.98 | $32.98 |
| Jul 31, 2025 | $32.98 | $42.48 |
| Aug 30, 2025 | $32.98 | $42.48 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $32.98 | $42.48 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $32.98 | $42.48 |
| Nov 30, 2025 | $32.98 | $39.48 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $45.99 | $45.99 |
| Jan 31, 2026 | $45.99 | $45.99 |
| Feb 28, 2026 | $45.99 | $45.99 |
| Mar 31, 2026 | $45.99 | $45.99 |
| Apr 30, 2026 | $45.99 | $45.99 |
| May 20, 2026 | $45.99 | $45.99 |
Glimpses of Infinity
Laraaji
Elemental
Loreena McKennitt
Tubular Bells II
Mike Oldfield
Soothe Christmas: Music For A Peaceful Holiday
Jim Brickman
Parallel Dreams
Loreena McKennitt
Under a Winter's Moon
Loreena McKennitt
Tubular Bells
Mike Oldfield
Tubular Bells
Mike Oldfield
Ocean
Laraaji
Segue To Infinity
Laraaji
An Ancient Muse
Loreena McKennitt
The Road Back Home
Loreena McKennitt