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RCA Classic Records-180 versus 200 gram

recently saw a Canadian? Ebay seller claiming that the earlier 180 gram Classic reissues of the RCA recordings are worth more than the recent 200 gram pressings. Some story about the pressing plants not really knowing what they were doing or some such. Is this indeed true? I have noticed some sealed copies selling recently fron an Ebayer in austin for only $20 but the listing failed to mention the weight. Many thanks,LS
trytone
ebm
9,311 posts
 
180g should be better if they were from the original masters however in most cases the original pressing is better with more air. This being said i would never buy lps on ebay i tried twice and got pure crap both times.Good luck.

tzh21y
1,654 posts
 
The originals are pretty good, but many have very noisy vinyl and if you do find a good one, it will take a long time because most are in horrible condition.  The classics are very good.  I am very lucky to have the ones I do have.  These were done with care, very rare these days
czarivey
5,946 posts
 
Original in prime condition is way to go. London FFss, RCA shaded dog... No 180g or 200g will compare ever. Also check 80's 45rpm Angel releases. Not sure how heavy they are, but sound is fantastic. 
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