If aHot Stamper isthe Storeowners view that this or that record is really a great pressing then why not call any of the good onesa "Stamper"..I supposedly got awhole boxset of such records Bernstein's recordings of the Beethoven 9 symphonies with the NY Philharmonic.Made for the "producers" yea right.I can say they do sound very good but not appreciably better than other good recordings I have that are not labeled hot or cold. My question is does this refer to the actual temperature of the stamping master, if it cools off to the point that it no longer makes shallow deteriorated impressions of the grooves which in return yield gad awful sonics why risk destroying the image of your marque. That would be sheer idiocy although examples of that are abundant. What's the point to bum people out and produce waste. Clearly that cut disc "stamper" is kept hot. If it is not I just patented the rights to the idea ,how ridiculous.
Shout out for Better Records
I just wanted you all to know how pleased I am with an online record store named Better Records. I've ordered several LPs from them and they all arrived promptly after FedEx shipping notifications (great communication regarding shipping). The records are always well packed, and in first rate condition. Many are original and sealed. My budget doesn't allow for the "hot stampers," but the regular priced records I bought sound great to me. The only drawback is the website is a bit tricky to navigate. Tom Port, the owner, has been quick to reply to any questions I emailed him. Anyway, I recommend them, and no, I am in no way afiliated with this company other than as a customer.