What exactly is London/Decca


I'm hoping someone may enlighten me on what exactly a London/Decca "Phase 4" record is. At first, I thought it must be a quadraphonic record, but I've picked up a few and they aren't. Most seem to be from the late 60's. One came with a promotional insert that describes it as a "marvel of sound" (not particularly enlightening). Might anyone know what the difference is between a "Phase 4" London/Decca and any other non-Phase 4 London/Decca record? Tks.

John
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Rushton is quite right in his explanation of Phase 4 recordings. I have been purchasing a few of these lately, and to me they are more thrilling to listen to than SACD Classical recordings. Some of the ones I particularly am enjoying is Stanley Black/Beyond The Sea, Ronnie Aldrich's twin piano recordings, and several from Werner Mueller. Some of the stuff is kinda wild and different. Try some and enjoy!