Eagles – On The Border

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Genre:	Rock
Style:	Country Rock, Pop Rock
Year:	1974

Tracklist

		Already Gone	4:13
		You Never Cry Like A Lover	4:02
		Midnight Flyer	3:58
		My Man	3:30
		On The Border	4:28
		James Dean	3:36
		Ol' '55	4:22
		Is It True?	3:14
		Good Day In Hell	4:27
		Best Of My Love	4:35

Credits (22)

Gary Burden
Art Direction, Design
R. Twerk & Company*
Art Direction, Design
Don Felder
Electric Guitar
Rob Thaer
Engineer [Assisted By, At Olympic Studios]
Allan Blazek
Engineer [Assisted By, At The Record Plant]
Gary Ladinsky
Engineer [Assisted By, At The Record Plant]

Notes

"On the Border" is the third studio album by the Eagles, released in 1974. During the making of the album, the band experienced significant changes. As the band tried to lean towards a more hard rock sound, they felt that producer Glyn Johns overemphasized their country sound. After recording only two songs, the band let go of Johns and hired Bill Szymczyk. At Frey's request they brought in guitarist Don Felder to add slide guitar to the song "Good Day in Hell". The band was so impressed that they invited Felder to become the fifth Eagle. They credited him as a late arrival on the album's liner notes. The album reached #17 on the charts and sold 2 million copies. The album also released three singles, "Already Gone", "James Dean " and "Best Of My Love". The singles reached #32, #77 and #1 respectively. "Best of My Love" became the band's first of five chart toppers. "My Man" was also released in the UK only.

This is the first album by the Eagles to be released in Quadraphonic surround sound. It was released on Quadraphonic 8-track tape and CD-4 LP.

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Image	,	–			In Your Collection, Wantlist, or Inventory	Version Details	Data Quality
	On The Border LP, Album, Textured Sleeve	Asylum Records – SYL 9016	UK	1974	UK — 1974	Recently Edited
	On The Border LP, Album	Asylum Records – AS 43005	Canada	1974	Canada — 1974	New Submission
	On The Border LP, Album, Stereo, textured sleeve	Asylum Records – SYL 9016	UK	1974	UK — 1974	Recently Edited
	On The Border LP, Album, Quadraphonic	Asylum Records – EQ-1004	US	1974	US — 1974	Recently Edited
	On The Border LP, Album	Asylum Records – AE 1004	New Zealand	1974	New Zealand — 1974	New Submission
	On The Border LP, Album, Promo	Asylum Records – 7E-1004	US	1974	US — 1974	New Submission
	On The Border LP, Album, ARC Pressing	Asylum Records – 7E-1004	Australia	1974	Australia — 1974	Recently Edited
	On The Border LP, Album	Asylum Records – ASYLP-50.006	Brazil	1974	Brazil — 1974	Recently Edited
	On The Border LP, Album	Asylum Records – 7ES-1004	Canada	1974	Canada — 1974	New Submission
	On The Border LP, Album	Asylum Records – 7E-1004, Asylum Records – 7E 1004	Israel	1974	Israel — 1974	New Submission
	On The Border LP, Album, Stereo	Asylum Records – K 43005	Italy	1974	Italy — 1974	Recently Edited
	On The Border LP, Album, Repress	Asylum Records – 7ES-1004	Canada	1974	Canada — 1974	New Submission
	On The Border Cassette, Album, Dolby System	Asylum Records – TC-51004	US	1974	US — 1974	New Submission
	On The Border LP, Album, Stereo, Santa Maria Pressing	Asylum Records – 7E-1004	US	1974	US — 1974	Recently Edited
	On The Border LP, Album, Promo	Asylum Records – AS 43 005, Asylum Records – AS43005, Asylum Records – 7E-1004	Germany	1974	Germany — 1974	Recently Edited
	On The Border LP, Album, Stereo, CTH	Asylum Records – 7E-1004	US	1974	US — 1974	Recently Edited
	On The Border LP, Album	Asylum Records – AS 43005, Asylum Records – 7E-1004	Netherlands	1974	Netherlands — 1974	New Submission
	On The Border Cassette, Album, Dolby System	Asylum Records – TC-SYL 9016	UK	1974	UK — 1974
	On The Border LP, Album, Pitman	Asylum Records – 7E-1004	US	1974	US — 1974	New Submission
	On The Border LP, Album, Stereo	Asylum Records – 43 005	France	1974	France — 1974	Recently Edited
	On The Border LP, Album, Stereo	Asylum Records – AS 43005, Asylum Records – AS 43 005, Asylum Records – 7E-1004	Germany	1974	Germany — 1974	Recently Edited
	On The Border LP, Album, Stereo	Asylum Records – P-8447Y	Japan	1974	Japan — 1974	New Submission
	On The Border = En La Frontera LP, Album	Asylum Records – HYS 651-04	Spain	1974	Spain — 1974	Recently Edited
	On The Border LP, Album, Santa Maria Pressing	Asylum Records – 7E-1004	US	1974	US — 1974	New Submission
	On The Border LP, Album	Asylum Records – AS 43005 (73-1004), Asylum Records – AS 43005 B, Asylum Records – 7E-1004	Netherlands	1974	Netherlands — 1974	New Submission
	On The Border 8-Track Cartridge, Album, Quadraphonic	Asylum Records – 8Q-1004	US	1974	US — 1974	New Submission
	On The Border LP, Album	Asylum Records – AS 43005, Asylum Records – 7E-1004	Netherlands	1974	Netherlands — 1974	Recently Edited
	On The Border Cassette, Album, Dolby System	Asylum Records – CAS-1004	Canada	1974	Canada — 1974	New Submission
	On The Border LP, Album	Asylum Records – AUC 4503, Asylum Records – 7E 1004	South Africa	1974	South Africa — 1974
	On The Border Cassette, Album	Asylum Records – K 443005, Asylum Records – 7E 1004	Italy	1974	Italy — 1974
	On The Border LP, Album, Terre Haute Pressing	Asylum Records – 7E-1004	US	1974	US — 1974	New Submission
	On The Border Cassette, Album, Stereo	Asylum Records – TC-51004	US	1974	US — 1974	New Submission
	On The Border LP, Album	Asylum Records – 7ES-1004	Canada	1974	Canada — 1974	New Submission
	On The Border LP, Album, Promo	Asylum Records – 14.355-1, Music Hall – MH14.355/1	Argentina	1974	Argentina — 1974	New Submission
	On The Border Cassette, Album, Non-metallic inlay	Asylum Records – TC-SYL 9016	UK	1974	UK — 1974	New Submission
	On The Border LP, Album, Stereo	Asylum Records – AS 43 005	Netherlands	1974	Netherlands — 1974	Recently Edited
	On The Border LP, Album	Asylum Records – 7ES 1004	Canada	1974	Canada — 1974	New Submission
	On The Border Cassette, Album	Asylum Records – AS 443 005	Germany	1974	Germany — 1974	Recently Edited
	On The Border LP, Album	Asylum Records – 7E-1004	Philippines	1974	Philippines — 1974	New Submission
	On The Border LP, Album, Reissue, Stereo, Black & Tan Labels	Asylum Records – 7E-1004	Australia	1974	Australia — 1974	New Submission

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Reviews

Dadawada Apr 19, 2024
referencing On The Border (2×12", 45 RPM, Album, Reissue, Remastered, 180g SuperVinyl, Box Set, Limited Edition, Numbered) UD1S 2-026
On a proper setup, this sounds pretty awesome. The soundstage is there...the bass is detailed instead of muffled...the intricate details can be heard due to the low noise floor. Worth every penny.
Nick8712 Dec 12, 2023
Edited 5 months ago
referencing On The Border (2×12", 45 RPM, Album, Reissue, Remastered, 180g SuperVinyl, Box Set, Limited Edition, Numbered) UD1S 2-026
I've been listening more to this pressing and am really enjoying it. The high end does sound weird on "Already Gone" but I think it's just the way the recording is combined with their mastering. Even though it sounds weird, it still sounds much more detailed and clean than most versions I've heard. Once you get past track one, this record really shines. Quiet, detailed, and great seperation.
tottrhys Oct 20, 2023
referencing On The Border (SACD, Hybrid, Stereo, Album, Numbered, Reissue, Remastered, Special Edition) UDSACD 2231
This is a vast improvement on the very 'edgy' and thin sound on my original copy. 'Already Gone' sounds like it is still a bit shrill but the rest are much better tamed. The Glyn Johns produced tracks sound the best in terms of dynamics and tone but there is more detail and depth to the rest too. You can turn this up and get the full benefit. This is certainly the best master I've ever heard. There's an argument that this master might take away some of the urgency and energy but just crank the volume and you get so much back.
Ballbreaker66 Aug 6, 2023
referencing On The Border (2×12", 45 RPM, Album, Reissue, Remastered, 180g SuperVinyl, Box Set, Limited Edition, Numbered) UD1S 2-026
My copy is defect free. It sounds good in terms of separation and clarity but the top end isn’t that great… Sounds artificially boosted in the 10Khz region (not saying it’s bright), yet ends up lacking presence. Overall, it’s not very dynamic either. Pleasant enough but no wow factor.
jeffaniolek Jul 16, 2023
Edited 10 months ago
referencing On The Border (2×12", 45 RPM, Album, Reissue, Remastered, 180g SuperVinyl, Box Set, Limited Edition, Numbered) UD1S 2-026
I told myself that I did not need the vinyl and would only get the SACDs. The Bellman pressings were very good and that was that. Then this one was on sale at a local store for $80. I know all about MOFI being less that forthright about their process and not really being AAA. I am bit more in the camp that judges based on what I hear although not completely. I was lucky that my copy was flat, clean and noise free. The sound is everything I would have wanted and more. Clearly better than the Bellman and 1974 1st press. Instrument separation and clarity is superb on my modest systems. I have to believe this vinyl does make a part of the difference but certainly not the whole story.

Please - no more sales. I need to lock myself in the basement with what I have for a while. But, this one is a keeper if you get a good pressing. Is it worth it at $125? What are you willing to spend and is this a desert island album for you? It is different for everyone.
Mike077 Apr 22, 2023
referencing On The Border (2×12", 45 RPM, Album, Reissue, Remastered, 180g SuperVinyl, Box Set, Limited Edition, Numbered) UD1S 2-026
My copy was so badly dome warped, I did not even play it. How can such defected discs pass QC?
simepro Mar 10, 2023
referencing On The Border (2×12", 45 RPM, Album, Reissue, Remastered, 180g SuperVinyl, Box Set, Limited Edition, Numbered) UD1S 2-026
Quality control for a record this price is horrendous. Record is warped and just so much of surface noise on the record. Recording and mastering is impeccable but the pressing plant doing this should be burnt to the ground. .
Cinekam Oct 8, 2022
referencing On The Border (2×12", 45 RPM, Album, Reissue, Remastered, 180g SuperVinyl, Box Set, Limited Edition, Numbered) UD1S 2-026
I received mine yesterday, and it sounds fantastic. I like the Eagles, not enough to drop this dough, except i've heard great things, and I found a great price, on this set. I feel a bit deceived by Mo-Fi, but when things sound this good it's hard to complain. What really bothers me is the DSD 64 pressings, I've already bought. They sound great too, but I'm left wondering how much improvement a DSD 256 transfer would have rendered.
geoffpiano Sep 22, 2022
referencing On The Border (2×12", 45 RPM, Album, Reissue, Remastered, 180g SuperVinyl, Box Set, Limited Edition, Numbered) UD1S 2-026
By comparison with the 2018 Bellman/Grundman remaster - which is absolutely decent - IMHO this is a clear improvement in terms of dynamics and soundstage. There’s an extra dimension here; more depth and clarity to the vocals - especially the lead vocals - and more definition overall between the instruments.
Regardless of however this One Step has been produced regarding DSD, analogue or whatever, it sounds fantastic.
Anyone who claims that this release is lacking in dynamics either has something wrong with their ears or something wrong with their system.
jamko Sep 9, 2022
referencing On The Border (2×12", 45 RPM, Album, Reissue, Remastered, 180g SuperVinyl, Box Set, Limited Edition, Numbered) UD1S 2-026
Your best bet is to buy a clean OG you will be much happier and you will save a lot of $$$. Did an A-B comparison the OG was much more dynamic.

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