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Miles Davis

I first got this release as a CD set years ago and absolutely loved it as a comprehensive collection of Davis's work. As a die-hard analog guy nowadays, I sought this release and got two copies only to find out, with disappointment, that most of it was remixed digitally. However, I still enjoy it even though I have many of the original records from the compilation.

I was wondering what Miles' audiophile fans thought of this set sound-wise. Do you consider it a must-have or ignore it in favor of the original releases?
actusreus
actusreus OP
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Yeah, I agree with these observations. I think the concept is very interesting and the selection is beyond reproach. But the sound is just not as good as on the original albums. Why the hell did they have to mess with digital on this?!
buconero117
2,311 posts
 
Is there a US Blu-Ray of Miles 'Blue".
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marakanetz
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Compilations were never given an attention to quality. Combining and optimizing recording level and frequency patterns to create compilation is much easier with digital technologies that was probably done with pushing one button vs. brushing and matching via analogue equipment. Even if compilation is done with analogue mastering, it'll still suck unless MOST of albums are recorded in one studio. Compilations of band CAN is a good example where almos all of their albums had been recorded at their own studio. Compilations exist for introductions to listener and not oriented for sound quality.
mrdecibel
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Not on the specific topic, but my favorite Miles is "Tribute To Jack Johnson". Just sayin'....Mr D.
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