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Hi friends. I must agree with the other messages that have been posted so far. This collection was great, and it's a MUST HAVE for any Jan & Dean fan!!! If you haven't already done so, get your copy today!
Honestly, I never had so much appreciation for mono mixes as I did when I listened to this CD collection. I've heard people say that stereo is better because all the instruments and vocals can be heard more clearly, and they aren't all "meshed together" like when you listen to music in mono. But sometimes on the stereo versions, the most essential vocals are mixed-down too much, while the volume of other instruments is turned up too much. For instance, the backround falsetto on "Who Put The Bomp" is much more prominent on the mono version, while it is barely audible on the various stereo versions I've heard. Also, Jan's lead vocals stand out more on many of the mono versions, while they are often drowned out by the band and orchestra on the stereo versions. Plus, I really don't like those mixes that have the lead vocal coming out of only one speaker. Somtimes they even have all the vocals coming out of only one speaker. I'd much rather hear the song in mono, which sounds much more natural to me.
So, to sum it all up. "Jan & Dean: The Complete Liberty Singles" may be the best J&D compilation ever! I really loved hearing it. I will also hold out hope that the original LP's may also be re-issued in mono one day.
DEREK EVAN
To: Jan-and-Dean-Fans@yahoogroups.com
From: skyliner58@...
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 23:03:52 +0000
Subject: [Jan-and-Dean-Fans] Re:New Jan & Dean album!
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Honestly, I never had so much appreciation for mono mixes as I did when I listened to this CD collection. I've heard people say that stereo is better because all the instruments and vocals can be heard more clearly, and they aren't all "meshed together" like when you listen to music in mono. But sometimes on the stereo versions, the most essential vocals are mixed-down too much, while the volume of other instruments is turned up too much. For instance, the backround falsetto on "Who Put The Bomp" is much more prominent on the mono version, while it is barely audible on the various stereo versions I've heard. Also, Jan's lead vocals stand out more on many of the mono versions, while they are often drowned out by the band and orchestra on the stereo versions. Plus, I really don't like those mixes that have the lead vocal coming out of only one speaker. Somtimes they even have all the vocals coming out of only one speaker. I'd much rather hear the song in mono, which sounds much more natural to me.
So, to sum it all up. "Jan & Dean: The Complete Liberty Singles" may be the best J&D compilation ever! I really loved hearing it. I will also hold out hope that the original LP's may also be re-issued in mono one day.
DEREK EVAN
To: Jan-and-Dean-Fans@yahoogroups.com
From: skyliner58@...
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 23:03:52 +0000
Subject: [Jan-and-Dean-Fans] Re:New Jan & Dean album!
Hi Trish,
I'm glad to hear you are doing well. The list stays pretty quiet,
but fortunately is still active.
I FINALLY (!) received my copy of the Liberty Singles today. I had
pre-ordered. It WAS worth the wait! The mastering is stellar - the
sound is so clear and full. In my opinion, this is THE CD most fans
have been waiting for. I know it's at the top of my list in terms of
sound and having all the mono singles in one place. Now, if they'd
only release the LP's in mono.... Naw, never happen, but there is
always hope.
My Landy, this seedy sounds grate!
Warren
--- In Jan-and-Dean-Fans@yahoogroups.com , P P <jand12345@...> wrote:
> Hi All!
>
> Sorry it's taken me so long to respond. I had major surgery
several weeks ago. I've been recovering nicely, and trying to keep
up with my emails and resume other activities, but it's sometimes
slow going! I am doing better now and hope to keep up with this list
a little better.
>
> I bought this CD and uploaded it to my computer. It's fun to
listen to it. It's also nice to know that I won't have to mess with
the CD every time I want to listen to it. Haven't quite had the
chance to read the booklet that's included, but it's looks
interesting.
>
> Also read Bob Greene's book. It gave me a new perspective on many
of the concerts I attended!
>
> Trish
>
I'm glad to hear you are doing well. The list stays pretty quiet,
but fortunately is still active.
I FINALLY (!) received my copy of the Liberty Singles today. I had
pre-ordered. It WAS worth the wait! The mastering is stellar - the
sound is so clear and full. In my opinion, this is THE CD most fans
have been waiting for. I know it's at the top of my list in terms of
sound and having all the mono singles in one place. Now, if they'd
only release the LP's in mono.... Naw, never happen, but there is
always hope.
My Landy, this seedy sounds grate!
Warren
--- In Jan-and-Dean-
> Hi All!
>
> Sorry it's taken me so long to respond. I had major surgery
several weeks ago. I've been recovering nicely, and trying to keep
up with my emails and resume other activities, but it's sometimes
slow going! I am doing better now and hope to keep up with this list
a little better.
>
> I bought this CD and uploaded it to my computer. It's fun to
listen to it. It's also nice to know that I won't have to mess with
the CD every time I want to listen to it. Haven't quite had the
chance to read the booklet that's included, but it's looks
interesting.
>
> Also read Bob Greene's book. It gave me a new perspective on many
of the concerts I attended!
>
> Trish
>
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