Comments on: Interesting set of new releases

By: DLee

DLee — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 02:20:13 +0000

I appreciate the extra vinyl or novelty discs only if they’re at least equal in quality (being an “alternatve” version, that is), or superior in at least one minor way. Otherwise, I certainly don’t like ‘em, and they most likely end up being a major factor in my decision on whether or not to get a certain title if I’m having trouble making up my mind. If I surely want the main release, though, as in this particular case (Sigma 399), then I don’t mind the extra disc or 2. And if I’m fairly sure that I won’t be ordering/purchasing the main release anyway, then my not wanting the extra disc(s) serve to re-affirm my decision not to do so. Extra disc or not, either way, Sigma 39 surely beats the hell out of getting the swine flu or any flesh-eating bacteria.

By: tmoq

tmoq — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 21:44:58 +0000

If the 3rd disc of the new Sigma release is a second source and not just a “vinyl” relplica, that would be great. Either way, looking forward to the review-welcome back Plomerus!

By: Plomerus

Plomerus — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 17:13:34 +0000

Just a quick follow-up here now that I’ve had at least one pass through discs 1 & 2 – while I haven’t compared it directly to “Bovine Psychosis” it’s absolutely far superior to “Sing To Me Cymbaline” for certain, and despite the qualms about disc 3, the main set sounds the best it ever has in my opinion. Full review coming soon.

By: Plomerus

Plomerus — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 14:30:09 +0000

Sigma were under the impression there were 2 separate recorders, and that’s how it was advertised. It would be something of a misnomer if it were simply 2 sources of the same exact recording. I can confirm that disc 3 is sourced from vinyl and little effort has been made to decrackle/clean it up. I don’t mind the “original vinyl” versions included as a free bonus (like some Sirene titles for example), or if it is part of a comprehensive set including ALL known recordings (and they use virgin vinyl, clean up techniques as needed). Vinyl sources can be very warm and effective…just check out the German prog label Garden Of Delights’ work…some of their releases (100% official) were sourced from vinyl on account of the master tapes being lost, and they’ve done an amazing job…so I think it depends on the circumstance. Regarding Sigma 39, I’d have preferred it offered as a bonus item instead, but based on your comments, I went straight to disc 3…I’ve yet to listen to the main “feature” to suss its worthiness. We’ll have a final verdict soon!

By: tmoq

tmoq — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 11:35:06 +0000

I recently heard that the 3rd disc on the new Sigma release is from the same tape source; but taken directly from an old vinyl title. Personally, I hate spending another $20-$25 for a disc that I have no use for or is more of a novelty item. How do you Floyd fans out there feel about these extra “vinyl” discs?

By: tmoq

tmoq — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 10:48:08 +0000

Plomerus-Thanks for the update on the new Floyd. Not sure if i wanna spend the $ on the extra disc though.

By: Plomerus

Plomerus — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:37:14 +0000

tmoq: Sigma 39 is a 3 disc set because discs 1 & 2 contain the complete concert as per source 1. Disc 3 is taken from a second source and contains only part of the performance…specifically: 1. Fat Old Sun 2. Cymbaline 3. A Saucerful Of Secrets 4. Atom Heart Mother

By: gsparaco

gsparaco — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 20:21:57 +0000

The Page & Plant are identical titles. The only difference is the cover.

By: strummerville

strummerville — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 18:16:01 +0000

…and what’s the difference between the special and regular editions of Page/Plant Wembley 1995….? Both covers state the same 2 dates, so are they both 4CD sets…?

By: tmoq

tmoq — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 16:25:35 +0000

Can anyone guess as to why the new Sigma release is a 3 disc set?

By: DLee

DLee — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 00:39:22 +0000

The new Floyd recording is quite exciting, and I figured Plomerus would be pleased about the news, as I remember his mentioning the prominent need for an upgrade late last year, although to my ears personally, the Hypedup version called “Bovine Psychosis”, which is the best version I know of, still sounds fairly good to me.

By: Plomerus

Plomerus — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 14:46:48 +0000

Excellent…10/23/70 has long been overdue an upgrade…quite possibly the single greatest performance of “A Saucerful Of Secrets” of all time!