I have LP pressings that I purchased new in the 1960's, and were played on a regular basis by my Thorens TD125 and SME arm with Ortofon MC cartridge. This was extreme high end for that era and was a remarkable investment, as it protected the life of my vinyl. Even to this day, none of my records show objectionable levels of noise or reduced quality, even with my Walker table and arm, fitted with a Koetsu Rosewood Platinum Signature.
At one of my most recent music sessions, we played several albums by the Doors and Jazz by Dave Brubeck. These LP's were originals from my 60's collections. One listener commented that he would mistake the signal to noise (quietness) and sound for a SACD or CD, except that the LP was killing both formats on quality.
At one of my most recent music sessions, we played several albums by the Doors and Jazz by Dave Brubeck. These LP's were originals from my 60's collections. One listener commented that he would mistake the signal to noise (quietness) and sound for a SACD or CD, except that the LP was killing both formats on quality.