Steely Dan "Can't Buy A Thrill" on UHQR vinyl

It's hard to choose my favorite Dan album. If I could only take one with me to the B side, I would reach for countdown. I'm jonesing for new master vinyl this December

Also a long time Dan fan, and avid collector.  I have ordered the set as they are parceled out.

I did just listen to this pressing and was struck by a few things:

yes, it is the best sound of this album I have heard.

the lyrics really are much more intelligible, or I suppose more readily presented, but not more upfront, if that makes sense.

It is still an obviously studio recording, as opposed to a more “live” type of recording.  That becomes even more obvious with this better pressing.  They have been criticized as being a bit clinical and precise as opposed to being more free spirited and loose and I think that comes through even more on this disc.

Overall I loved it and it is a must have for the Dan fans imo.

is it just me or do sides C and D sound better than A and B?  Maybe just my phono stage warming I suppose…

I’m a big fan of Steely Dan,

They really need to remaster all there music

Sorry I just can't understand spending that much on an LP especially one with no recording costs. I wonder how the sound compares with the SACD version at 1/5 the price. I'm sure if folks refused to pay ridiculous prices they would come down.