Di Meola's Elegant Gypsy

quentincollins · 08-18-2002, 04:25 PM

It, too, is part of the $7.99 at Borders. So, my question is...

How does the CD sound? It's not "remastered," and from my experiences, most reissued material on Columbia/Epic/etc. released back in the '80's seems to have pretty bad sound quality.

But, of course, it's all a game of hit and miss.

Anyone have it on CD? I've heard excellent reviews (not to mention I've heard plenty of his other music), and I'll pick it up so long as it sounds good.

Thanks!

NoTinEar · 08-18-2002, 04:52 PM

Well its got Mediterranean Sundance, who cares how it sounds. Just joking. I didn't even see this one. I will go back and take a chance for the $6 and let you know. Guess I should look at that list of what's on sale better.

quentincollins · 08-18-2002, 04:58 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by notinear
I didn't even see this one... Guess I should look at that list of what's on sale better.

Well, it's not marked. Or, at least it's not up here in WA state. Instead, on the CD rack with the $7.99 sale CD's, it says that ALL "Nice Price" and "Best Value" CD's are on sale for this price.

Needless to say, Elegant Gypsy has a "Nice Price" sticker on it, so it may not be marked, but it's still for sale.

NoTinEar · 08-18-2002, 05:01 PM

Thanks for that tidbit of info. I will let you know how it sounds later today as I will pick it up.

Duke of Prunes · 08-18-2002, 07:32 PM

Has this CD NOT been remastered for a Columbia/Legacy version?

I have this CD, and because of an earlier thread I started, I thought this had been redone. That's why I haven't yet opened it... if there was a Legacy version, it'd be easier to rid myself of it now and find that one...

Thanks

quentincollins · 08-18-2002, 07:36 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Duke of Prunes
Has this CD NOT been remastered for a Columbia/Legacy version?

Nope, at least not domestically. I've seen some imports for a remastered version on Amazon, but they're a little pricey for my taste.

Duke of Prunes · 08-20-2002, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by notinear
Thanks for that tidbit of info. I will let you know how it sounds later today as I will pick it up.

Any word?

NoTinEar · 08-20-2002, 08:35 PM

Sorry haven't gotten it yet, I will do it this week and let yo know.

quentincollins · 08-20-2002, 09:36 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by notinear
Sorry haven't gotten it yet, I will do it this week and let yo know.

'Ey, that's alright, man. I picked it up yesterday on a whim, fearing the sale wouldn't last much longer. I haven't listened to it through a good set of headphones yet, but sound quality is only part of the experience. First and foremost, it's the music that counts, and Di Meola has never bored me.

NoTinEar · 08-20-2002, 09:40 PM

Great,

So it is ABOUT the music for you. Big KUDOS. That being said, why don't you tell me what you think about the sound just for my information. I am going to pick it up regardless because i want to also, but i am interested in your observations.

quentincollins · 08-20-2002, 10:22 PM

Quote:

why don't you tell me what you think about the sound just for my information. I am going to pick it up regardless because i want to also, but i am interested in your observations.

Well, it's mastered at just the right volume for these ears, headphone wise. It's doesn't sound compressed, which is good, and looking at the waveform, it's definitely not volume overloaded, which is another plus. EQ wise, it seems to have fairly good overall balance. Definitely better than most pre-Sony CBS related CD's, although I'd say there is an emphasis on the midrange EQ's, though not to the point where it's harsh or bothers me. Just seems that way, I guess.

Overall, not bad. Like I said, seems to be one of the better CBS issues of the late '80's. A little midrangy, I think, but not too much. Just a little.

To these ears, at least

Metralla · 08-20-2002, 10:40 PM

I have a beautiful JSACD of "Elegant Gypsy" that is just, dare I say, "elegant". Imported from Japan at some expense.

Regards,
Geoff

Holy Zoo · 08-20-2002, 11:16 PM

I'll echo Metralla's sentiments: the Japanese SACD import is exquisite.

I lived with the domestic cd for well over 10 years... it's decent sounding. But the SACD absolutely shines. Everything just opens up. Reverb tails sound airy, magical. The kick drums sounds like a real kick, has that subtle warm ring trailing off. The kick on the domestic is kind of a thud.

Anyways, get it!

HZ

NoTinEar · 08-20-2002, 11:21 PM

Thanks for increase a spendeture of approx $6.50 to say $30 for a sacd. Thanks....that was sarcasm..ha..

Duke of Prunes · 08-21-2002, 09:09 PM

That's not dual layer, is it??

Holy Zoo · 08-21-2002, 09:29 PM

nope

Holy Zoo · 08-21-2002, 09:30 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by notinear
Thanks for increase a spendeture of approx $6.50 to say $30 for a sacd. Thanks....that was sarcasm..ha..

It's worth it. Heck, it's worth twice that.

Metralla · 08-21-2002, 09:32 PM

Afraid not. It's on SME Records (Sony Music Entertainment, Inc) and is housed in a normal jewel box. There is no sleeve (cardboard or plastic) like one sees on the domestic Sony SACDs. The front cover is just like the CD, and on the back cover there is some Japanese writing on the right hand side. The back spine is normal; the other spine has Japanese writing. You'd have to look hard to pick the differences. The CD itself is slightly distinctive, as it appears gold with black writing - a small Super Audio CD logo. The metallized surface is not gold though.

In summary - it's a single layer stereo SACD.

Regards,
Geoff

NoTinEar · 08-21-2002, 09:54 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Holy Zoo

It's worth it. Heck, it's worth twice that.

Well i wasn't talking relative worth...HA. I was just musing out loud. if i like the cd, then the sacd will follow.

08-18-2002, 04:25 PM	#1
quentincollins Forum Word Nerd Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Everett, WA Posts: 1,952	Di Meola's Elegant Gypsy It, too, is part of the $7.99 at Borders. So, my question is... How does the CD sound? It's not "remastered," and from my experiences, most reissued material on Columbia/Epic/etc. released back in the '80's seems to have pretty bad sound quality. But, of course, it's all a game of hit and miss. Anyone have it on CD? I've heard excellent reviews (not to mention I've heard plenty of his other music), and I'll pick it up so long as it sounds good. Thanks!

08-20-2002, 11:16 PM	#13
Holy Zoo Gort (Retired) :-) Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Santa Cruz Posts: 4,292	I'll echo Metralla's sentiments: the Japanese SACD import is exquisite. I lived with the domestic cd for well over 10 years... it's decent sounding. But the SACD absolutely shines. Everything just opens up. Reverb tails sound airy, magical. The kick drums sounds like a real kick, has that subtle warm ring trailing off. The kick on the domestic is kind of a thud. Anyways, get it! HZ __________________ "Wenn ist das Nunstuck git und slotermeyer? Ja! Beiherhund das oder die flipperwald gersput!"

08-21-2002, 09:29 PM	#16
Holy Zoo Gort (Retired) :-) Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Santa Cruz Posts: 4,292	nope __________________ "Wenn ist das Nunstuck git und slotermeyer? Ja! Beiherhund das oder die flipperwald gersput!"

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08-18-2002, 04:52 PM	#2
NoTinEar Suspended Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: san diddly iddly diego, ca Posts: 497	Well its got Mediterranean Sundance, who cares how it sounds. Just joking. I didn't even see this one. I will go back and take a chance for the $6 and let you know. Guess I should look at that list of what's on sale better.

08-18-2002, 05:01 PM	#4
NoTinEar Suspended Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: san diddly iddly diego, ca Posts: 497	Thanks for that tidbit of info. I will let you know how it sounds later today as I will pick it up.

08-18-2002, 07:32 PM	#5
Duke of Prunes Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Santa Rosa, CA Posts: 412	Has this CD NOT been remastered for a Columbia/Legacy version? I have this CD, and because of an earlier thread I started, I thought this had been redone. That's why I haven't yet opened it... if there was a Legacy version, it'd be easier to rid myself of it now and find that one... Thanks

08-20-2002, 08:35 PM	#8
NoTinEar Suspended Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: san diddly iddly diego, ca Posts: 497	Sorry haven't gotten it yet, I will do it this week and let yo know.

08-20-2002, 09:40 PM	#10
NoTinEar Suspended Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: san diddly iddly diego, ca Posts: 497	Great, So it is ABOUT the music for you. Big KUDOS. That being said, why don't you tell me what you think about the sound just for my information. I am going to pick it up regardless because i want to also, but i am interested in your observations.

08-20-2002, 10:40 PM	#12
Metralla Forum Legend Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 12,572	I have a beautiful JSACD of "Elegant Gypsy" that is just, dare I say, "elegant". Imported from Japan at some expense. Regards, Geoff

08-20-2002, 11:21 PM	#14
NoTinEar Suspended Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: san diddly iddly diego, ca Posts: 497	Thanks for increase a spendeture of approx $6.50 to say $30 for a sacd. Thanks....that was sarcasm..ha..

08-21-2002, 09:09 PM	#15
Duke of Prunes Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Santa Rosa, CA Posts: 412	That's not dual layer, is it??

08-21-2002, 09:32 PM	#18
Metralla Forum Legend Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 12,572	Afraid not. It's on SME Records (Sony Music Entertainment, Inc) and is housed in a normal jewel box. There is no sleeve (cardboard or plastic) like one sees on the domestic Sony SACDs. The front cover is just like the CD, and on the back cover there is some Japanese writing on the right hand side. The back spine is normal; the other spine has Japanese writing. You'd have to look hard to pick the differences. The CD itself is slightly distinctive, as it appears gold with black writing - a small Super Audio CD logo. The metallized surface is not gold though. In summary - it's a single layer stereo SACD. Regards, Geoff