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Dire Straits - Communique [New Vinyl LP] Ltd Ed, 180 Gram
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- Buy It NowDire Straits - Communique [New Vinyl LP] Ltd Ed, 180 Gram
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Item specifics
- Condition
- New: A brand-new, unused, unopened, undamaged item. See the seller's listing for full details. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
- Custom Bundle
- No
- Duration
- Album
- Language
- English
- Modified Item
- No
- Record Grading
- Mint(M)
- Record Size
- 12"
- Sleeve Grading
- Mint(M)
- Features
- Ltd Ed, 180 Gram
- Speed
- 33 RPM
- Title
- Communique
- Album Name
- Communique
- Type
- Album
- Brand
- Mobile Fidelity
- UPC
- 821797246712
About this product
Product Identifiers
Record Label
Mofy, Mobile Fidelity
UPC
0821797246712
eBay Product ID (ePID)
27046054939
Product Key Features
Release Year
2019
Format
Record
Genre
Rock
Artist
Dire Straits
Release Title
Communique
Dimensions
Item Height
0.37 in
Item Weight
1.71 lb
Item Length
12.65 in
Item Width
12.63 in
Additional Product Features
Number of Tracks
9
Country/Region of Manufacture
United States
Tracks
1.1 Once Upon a Time in the West 1.2 News 1.3 Where Do You Think You're Going? 1.4 Communique 1.5 Lady Writer 1.6 Angel of Mercy 1.7 Portobello Belle 1.8 Single-Handed Sailor 1.9 Follow Me Home
Number of Discs
2
Notes
Reference-Level Detail, Depth, Soundstaging, Balance, and Presence: Communique Has Never Sounded Better Than on Mobile Fidelity's 180g 45RPM 2LP Version. Mark Knopfler's Mesmerizing Textures, Intricate Lines, and Crisp Tones Pair With Engaging Storytelling and Tight Rhythms: Every Song an Example of Understated Virtuosity. The performances on Dire Straits' Communique are so smooth and effortless, they were originally criticized for replicating the blueprints of the band's breakout debut. Time, however, has a way of changing perspectives and exposing the truth. More than 35 years after it's original release in June 1979, Communique rightfully takes it's place as the group's most underrated record - a nine-track set spiked with engaging storytelling, relaxed vibes, and deceiving simplicity. Mastered from the original master tapes and pressed at RTI, Mobile Fidelity's 180g 45RPM 2LP set of Communique elevates Dire Straits' sophomore album to an even higher plane. Recorded in the Bahamas by Muscle Shoals veterans Barry Beckett and Jerry Wexler, the songs benefit from a laidback approach that makes guitarist/vocalist Mark Knopfler and company's stellar playing seem even more fluent - particularly when experienced on this collector's 45RPM version, on which the wider grooves allow for more detail retrieval and deeper musical insight. Knopfler's mesmerizing guitar textures and composed vocals appear as if they're right in front of you, holding court amidst expansive soundstages and deep-black backgrounds. Details, imaging, and presence are on a level associated with the finest audiophile recordings. You'll be hard-pressed to find another LP with cleaner, pinpoint-accurate tones. Mobile Fidelity's LP also brings into transparent view Knopfler's seemingly perfect intricate lines as well as the simpatico accompaniment from his band mates. Whole, lively, and balanced, the bass and drums arrive with a solidity rarely heard on albums of this era. Communique has truly never sounded better. Of course, the audiophile sonics mean little if the artistic content is lacking. Needless to say, Dire Straits' technical perfectionism and creative elan prevail throughout. Knopfler's penchant for sketching cynical characters is further developed on moody tracks like 'Where Do You Think You're Going' and 'News,' while Wexler's presence at the boards ensures the band keeps the rhythms extra tight. The quartet's low-key blues and swampy, Southern-styled grooves turn every song into an exercise in understated virtuosity. Refusing to give into excess, magnetic tunes such as 'Lady Writer' and 'Angel of Mercy' split a fine line between insinuating and insisting. The group shows off a combination of control, virtuosity, and tunefulness that harkens back to a rock n' roll's classic period while also pointing the way ahead. Need indisputable evidence of Dire Straits' compositional strengths? Cue up the closing 'Follow Me Home' on this pressing and get lost amidst the peacefulness of the gentle surf and chirping crickets that frame the song. Heavenly.
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- z***h (77)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseExcellent! Only one click - which is pretty good for two vinyl records. Otherwise, the pressing is very impressive.
- v***3 (219)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseAlbum was shipped quickly and was packaged well. Thanks for the great service
- n***r (348)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseBest seller on Ebay. THANKS
- b***a (106)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseExcellent quality. Brand New. Looks awesome. Seller's price's Unbeatable. I'd buy from this eBay Seller again. Item Description's spot on. Seller's communication's excellent, very helpful & very pleasant. Packaging's excellent. I was afraid to open package, it was like opening up a birthday present without the Gift wrap. Postage is very cheap, & delivery time is excellent considering our mail usually takes over 2 weeks, being as we're remote. Even beat some of my Local eBay purchases, from USA!
- e***a (1111)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseVery nice new Francis Albert Sinatra and Antonio Carlos Jobim vinyl record album . As described. Quality heavy weight vinyl record and great price. The item was shipped in a very sturdy cardboard record box. The shipping was very fast and the item arrived on schedule in perfect condition. The seller's communication was excellent. I highly recommend this seller! Thank you!!
- o***o (2516)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseGreat seller. Packaged and very fast shipping. Quality and condition are better than described. Awesome price. Great appearance. Excellent value! There was a problem with shipping but the seller communicated well and the item arrived by when they said it would.Robert Fripp & Brian - Live in Paris May 28, 1975 [New CD] (#131976085715)