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Suggestions for 45 rpm purchases?

I was ready to purchase a few 45 rpm records and I thought I'd get some recommendations from the Audiogon gang since these are a fair sized investment(generally $50+). I listen mainly to jazz and classical but please leave recommendations in any category. I apologize if this has been covered before but I couldn't find anything when I did a search.
Thanks in advance for your input.
mitchchavis

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mknowles16
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Please put me in the wierd statement category. I purchased Louis Armstrong's 45. The rendition of St. James Infirmary was outstanding. However,I won't buy another 45 rpm album.

For me, the pleasure of a album is enhanced by the presentation of the tracks. After repeated listening, their order begins to tell a story (or perhaps, I begin to create a story).

In my opinion,the 45 album is a vehicle to showcase equipment and not a way to immerse oneself into the music.

When I want to exercise my legs, I go to the gym and do squats.
mknowles16
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Dougdeacon-

Everyone involved in this pursuit needs help. Seriously.

As you like intensity, I absolutely recommend the 200 gram version of Satchmo Plays King Oliver (ST-91058). Played at a trumpeter's normal volume, i.e. loud (apologies to you trumpet players)this is a shockingly emotive production.
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