KIND OF BLUE

There are some previous threads on this subject that you may want to check out if you haven't already. Inevitably though any answers to a question like this are always subjective. I can't speak to Kind of Blue on vinyl, but when it comes to releases on CD, I suspect they all leave something to be desired. I just purchased the $40 K2 HD reissue and to my ears it is better than the redbook versions I've heard, but not enough better to warrant its price. Although I prefer the trumpet and saxophone sound on the K2 HD compared to my redbook version, I was surprised to hear background hiss on the K2 that is not present on my redbook version. Go figure. Incidentally, Mobile Fidelity plans to put out an SACD. I wonder now if I should have waited to try that one.

Get the reel to reel masters.

Troutfisher, will I be able to plays those babies on my cdp?

Gz that MF will be worth the wait
Bifwynne, I too have that recording.
Stereo 5, Obviously you have listened to the Columbia recording. Any other positives concerning the fidelity other than less hiss?
Troutfishing reel to reel? get real... :)

I am doing this from memory but I think it was mostly the hiss that stood out for me. I did notice the horns in a couple of spots on both recordings sounded a little brash, then clears up. If you don't mind the hiss, get the Columbia. It's much cheaper. The sacd is around 60.00 shipped to the USA.