Post by canonical February 17, 2014 (31 of 44)
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I know there are lots of new pop ones coming out. Are there also more Universal Classical Shm-SACDs on the way??? I've had some gem successes in the series ... so would be willing to try some others that tickled my fancy, so to speak ... even if they are pricey.
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Post by pacwin February 17, 2014 (32 of 44)
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There are many single layer SACDs. SACD-SHM is also single layer so that cannot be the distinguishing feature. SHM is characterized typically by three things super hard material refers to the chemical composition of the plastic which is derived from technology used in LCD displays. This is supposed to be more transparent to the laser wavelength of sacd disc readers with more optical purity/consistency. Secondly during the making of the glass master to stamp the metal discs the clocking of the device that makes the pits has been enhanced by using rubidium atomic clocks to modulate the cutting of the glass master. Thirdly SHM discs have a specific green colour. This is supposed to reduce light scatter and absorb red spectra of the laser.
SHM material can also be used in rbcd hence SHM-CD. Some HYbrid SACD discs also have the green coating. There may be SHM discs not using atomic clocks.
There are many ways to compare SACD vs SACD-SHM. Universal released a with without sampler early on Welcome to the top of the World SA-CD SHM Sampler: Welcome to the Top of the World . Some hybrids have been reissued in SHM format by both EMI and Universal.
Most audiophiles feel there is a small but worthwhile audio benefit to SHM. SACD or SACD-SHM is not superior to playback of master source files.
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Post by HiRezNut February 18, 2014 (33 of 44)
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hooperthom said:
Many new SHM-SACDs coming out. You need to get your story straight.
Top Future Releases
2014/03/26
Supertramp
Crime Of The Century +2 [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)] [SHM-SACD] [Limited Release]
2014/03/26
Dire Straits
Brothers In Arms [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)] [SHM-SACD] [Limited Release]
2014/03/12
Camel
Moonmadness [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)] [SHM-SACD] [Limited Release]
2014/03/12
Camel
Rain Dances [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)] [SHM-SACD] [Limited Release]
2014/03/26
Moody Blues
Long Distance Voyager +1 [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)] [SHM-SACD] [Limited Release]
2014/03/12
Caravan
For Girls Who Grow Plump In The Night [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)] [SHM-SACD] [Limited Release]
2014/03/26
Fairport Convention
Unhalfbricking +2 [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)] [SHM-SACD] [Limited Release]
2014/03/26
Styx
Paradise Theatre [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)] [SHM-SACD] [Limited Release]
2014/03/26
The Buggles
The Age Of Plastic +9 [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)] [SHM-SACD] [Limited Release]
2014/03/26
Ritchie Blackmore`s Rainbow
Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)] [SHM-SACD] [Limited Release]
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So, were these additional titles already slated to be released before the announcement by Universal Japan? ( btw, I read the announcement off of DVD-A.net)
'Can't wait for the Supertramp title, but I think, I'll buy it for 40% less as a "pure audio" blu ray disc at Music Direct here in Chicago.
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HiRezNut said:
So, were these additional titles already slated to be released before the announcement by Universal Japan? ( btw, I read the announcement off of DVD-A.net)
'Can't wait for the Supertramp title, but I think, I'll buy it for 40% less as a "pure audio" blu ray disc at Music Direct here in Chicago.
I haven't heard any announcement from Universal Japan. These dates were known for over 2 months.
I have Breakfast in America in both format and SHM-SACD is way better than HFPA. Blu ray is not from the original Master.
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Post by steviev February 18, 2014 (35 of 44)
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Links said:
So, does this automatically mean that a SHM-SACD or single layer SACD
is going to have a sonic "edge" over the same HD files on a Hybrid SACD?
In a sense, yes. Single-layer SACDs should have a soundstage that's more stable, well-defined, and firm, with silvery violins, flutes, and vocals, whereas a hybrid SACD with the exact same data on it (plus the RBCD layer) should sound more transparent, more airy, and a bit more fluid, with a greater degree of golden glow and "sheen" on high notes and percussion instruments like cymbals. So it really depends on your tastes -- neither really has an "edge" over the other.
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Post by AmonRa February 18, 2014 (36 of 44)
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And the stage depth of the aural image depends on what kind of engine the delivery van has, gasoline or diesel.
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Post by rammiepie February 18, 2014 (37 of 44)
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AmonRa said:
And the stage depth of the aural image depends on what kind of engine the delivery van has, gasoline or diesel.
Is that, perchance, the sound of Disbeliever, Jr. cackling in the mist?
Change the oil AmonRa or remove the sludge from your ears.............
SHM~SACD rules!
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Post by hiredfox February 19, 2014 (38 of 44)
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AmonRa said:
And the stage depth of the aural image depends on what kind of engine the delivery van has, gasoline or diesel.
Where's the 'gas' in gasoline. We say petrol! Elephants have trunks. We say 'boot' - it's where we keep our boots for walking!
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Post by Alumni February 19, 2014 (39 of 44)
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HiRezNut said:
'Can't wait for the Supertramp title, but I think, I'll buy it for 40% less as a "pure audio" blu ray disc at Music Direct here in Chicago.
You do realize it won't be the same mastering, right?
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steviev said:
Single-layer SACDs should have a soundstage that's more stable, well-defined, and firm, with silvery violins, flutes, and vocals, whereas a hybrid SACD with the exact same data on it (plus the RBCD layer) should sound more transparent, more airy, and a bit more fluid, with a greater degree of golden glow and "sheen" on high notes and percussion instruments like cymbals.
Very well expressed.
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