MoFi v/s UHQR

I have several of the MoFi releases variety with 'Original Master Recording' at the top of the jacket.  I find these are around 70/30 or maybe a bit better in their favor to be good releases.  Several of mine where I have a good copy of the original release I find that sounds better.  Often the MoFi has less gain which messes with my brain and also I have found several to have a somewhat thin presentation.  I haven't ever collected anything in my life and find a lot of joy in having special releases that often appreciate in value....and sound fantastic!  I have no plans of selling my records but it is comforting to know I could.  All the Analog Productions albums I have are fantastic.  I have not been disappointed in a single release from the $60 variety and definitely not on the few UHQR that I own.  They have a new sticker on their releases showing 100% analog! : )  

@whart 

Very well said!  I agree with you that the focus should be on finding those gems and new music to enjoy.  It takes more effort too...it's much easier to replace an album you have or simply buy the latest audiophile of an album you don't have on vinyl but already know.  I do both and definitely enjoy both!

@mikempls 

You made me remember my success with Rhino records' audiophile releases.  If I recall correctly, they are only $40 and are excellent quality and sound.  I recently bought a Devo Van Morrison and Black Sabbath and they were all great pressings, flat, quiet, great sonics and packaging.

Nice..I got a few nice records at my favorite shop in Memphis Saturday after me and my audio buddy met for a BBQ sandwich at Payne's on Lamar.  One of those hole in the wall joints with a couple that do it all and turn out some of the best in Memphis.  Then we hit up Goner Records.  Last night I was having some scotch watching what I think is Michael Fremer's latest tour of his room/system.  Never seen him go through each component like that before.  He ended it with a few recommendations so I got 3 shipping in from Discogs as well.  

In hindsight, the title should have been UD1S v/s UHQR but it has been apparent that we all get it.  Seems pretty unanimous that Analog Productions is the king.

@lalitk too much scotch and late night record spinning occurred and yes, I have both;  I have the Riverside collection as well and both UHQR are superior;  You definitely get a greater feel of being there...there are subtle sounds throughout all 4 records that I did not notice on the collection records;  I get those from Elusive Disc as there is no shipping nor tax

@lalitk oh boy!  now I feel the pressure!!!  

@lalitk Thanks for the heads up on LA Woman...am considering tonight(with scotch)

You haven't commented on the Bill Evans so that worries me you were not impressed with the UHQR in comparison to your Riverside Recordings copies.

@lalitk 

Do you have the Analogue Productions 45rpm of L.A. Woman?  Wondering about it vs the new UHQR.  I have a 1971 standard release that is clean and plays quiet but does not sound good.  I streamed it last night and that HR version from my Aurender was much better.