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Best format for SteelyDan...

I have virtually everything by "The Dan" including solo stuff on LP, CD or SACD. Hoping to find recordings that improve sonics over the pre-Aja CDs; in particular, "Pretzel Logic" "Katy Lied" & "The Royal Scam". Are the "re-masters" the way to go? Have these 3 even been re-mastered?

As an editorial comment, I don't understand why these guys don't have everything re-issued in some kind of hi-res format. If you know otherwise - please advise!
(fwiw - I'm running an upgraded Denon 2910 "universal" player). Thanks in advance for your advice. Ciao.
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audiofeil
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Look for original ABC pressings.

It doesn't get any better.
audiofeil
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The first 3 albums were released on black label ABC. These are excellent recordings and worth seeking.

Beginning with Katy Lied, ABC went to a yellow label and if you are able to find early pressings, these are excellent as well.

"Gaucho" first pressing is on the sky blue MCA label. An original pressing may sonically be the very best Dan recording; rivaled only by black label "Can't Buy A Thrill" and first pressing "Aja".

The MOFI "Katy Lied" sucks. Pardon my French.

All of course, IMO
audiofeil
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audiofeil
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I find that people who buy "hot stampers" also drink kool aid and vacation at Area 51.

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