David Bowie – The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars

I've listened to many different pressings of this album and nothing comes close to this on a proper stereo system. It brought me to tears for real. It really sings on Altec Model 19 speakers. Worth every penny.

I just did a shootout with a '72 US vs the Mobile Fidelity one. I've had both since new. The MF has way more dynamic range than the '72 to me.

Listening to this pressing on a audiophile system is a religious experience, plain and simple.

I've got like 8 copies of Ziggy, including the Dynaflex, 6e/4e, 1e/2e, Ryko, 40th Anniversary...there are a few correct answers I'd say for "best one". 6e/4e & 40th both have this great rock power, great drums, sound hot. This one though, while maybe a bit more clinical is an amazing deep dive for anyone that wants a huge soundstage and separation. This is a very revealing version which I always go back to, despite usually recommending 6e/4e when asked

God knows how people think this is the best there is, it's average at best. Very brittle. 2012 LP trounces this hands down.

I've heard the (possibly dubious) claims about MFSL smiley facing the EQ when mastering. While listening to my MFSL vinyl and comparing to a high quality rip of the original UK vinyl, I notice a difference that could be interpreted as a smiley face EQ on the MFSL, however I submit that perhaps the opposite has happened: to me, it sounds like the UK vinyl has some midrange boost (frowny face EQ??). IMO, the MFSL has much more natural, laid back quality, a less in-your-face sound. Of course I have no idea which would be "most faithful" to the master tapes (regardless of the MFSL "Original Master Recording" provenance) but I certainly prefer the sound on the MFSL. Whatever your preference, the MFSL really is a fabulous sounding disc and of course sounds best when PLAYED AT MAXIMUM VOLUME

I bought this in 1983 new for $15 which at the time was a lot for a lp. First time I heard of MOFI. I always loved the sound of this album loud on my Altec A7 Voice of the Theatre speakers. The 40th anniversary release is also a worthy version to have. RIP David Bowie

Incredible amazing sound !!!! The best press that’s sure 💪

OMG. That’s all I can say. If you’re hunting. Stop. Buy this.

Great pressing, worth picking up.. And like stated before, nice bass on this cut!