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Mono recordings

What's the attraction of mono recordings? I have a couple CDs (Pet Sounds  and Cream e.g.) that contain both stereo and mono tracks and a couple mono lps (using a stereo cartridge). I always prefer the stereo cut. What am I missing?
rockyboy
rockyboy OP
335 posts
 
Thanks thanks guys for the education. I’m back home now and will give my 3 mono lps another listen tonight, albeit with a stereo cartridge. 
rockyboy OP
335 posts
 
I get the final word on this subject - 
just listened to my digital recordings of The Beach Boys/Pet Sounds and Cream/Disraeli Gears. Hands down, the stereo tracks are more sonically appealing ....to my ears. 
zufan's avatar
zufan
563 posts
 
Actually, no; you're not getting the final word. I'm mad for mono. Love it. It's way punchier and sounds more live. Live music is in mono gents. It's not stereo. Ok fine yee naysayers, do this: play James Hunter - People Gonna Talk. All his stuff is mono I believe. Anyhoo, this release is mind blowing good in both content and production. Report back here after spinning on your Victrola. 



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