45 vs 33.3 RPM


Forgive me if this has been discussed. What is the line of reasoning behind reissuing records at 45 rpm, which were originally cut at 33.3? I have a Classic Records reissue of the Living Stereo "Claire de Lune" album, and can't hear a difference between it and the original I have at 33.3.
rosedanny

Showing 1 response by viper_z

I have more 45rpm than 33rpm, I have many of the Analogue Production BlueNote reissues and also the MusicMatter reissues, but my best sounding LPs are all 33rpm.

Perhaps 45rpm is technically superior than 33rpm, but the difference is secondary compare to other major factors such as the quality of master tape, remastering expertise, and quality of pressing.