Deep Purple/UK Original 1st Pressing LP Collection

A must-have for all hard rock fans, this 3-CD set is now available from overseas! Based on the original British LP first press, DEEP PURPLE’s historical masterpieces are revived with the best sound that will make you want to declare, “This is the real original!” A miraculous item that once astounded fans is now available as an absolutely perfect definitive edition, with a press CD and a new look befitting its status! The three historical masterpieces released by DEEP PURPLE, “IN ROCK”, “MACHINE HEAD”, and “MADE IN JAPAN”, are all available as British original LP first presses (Purple・The “Original Analog Reprint Series”, which is a direct version of the Gramophone version (not the EMI version!), is a core PURPLE that allows you to easily enjoy a sound experience that is impossible at a general level. Even enthusiasts were surprised. The quality, which was directly digitized from the original record in the best condition using the highest quality professional equipment, is clearly different when compared to the various albums currently being officially released. This time, three of the must-listen series for enthusiasts are now in stock! What’s more, in terms of sound quality, this is literally the definitive edition, with only the noise almost completely cleaned up within the necessary range, compared to the previous release that included noise (albeit a little)! Not only enthusiastic enthusiasts who have been listening to these albums since the LP era, but also young fans who have never experienced analogue, if you are a “collector” or “hard rock fan”, This is a book that everyone must have in their collection! Disc 1 includes 1969, when DEEP PURPLE changed direction from “art rock” led by Jon Lord to hard rock led by Ritchie Blackmore, and became a masterpiece in rock history. “IN ROCK”. Here we directly use the British version of the original record “Matrix No. 1”. This is the first edition of the first edition with “SHVL 777A-1” engraved on the matrix, and it is a rare edition that is miraculous to obtain. In 1969, DEEP PURPLE was still in the “young” stage (although they received attention for their early “Hush” and concerto). The recording of “IN ROCK” itself was carried out in a rather rough environment, as the funds and equipment available for recording were not perfect. Current CDs are remastered to reduce the difference in texture between songs and cover up the roughness of the sound, but at the same time, the “bare rawness” and “low texture” that were contained in the album are also lost. It’s gone. What about this “SHVL 777A-1”? You will be surprised by the energy and power that radiates from the first song “Speed ​​King”! I am beyond surprised and moved by the fierce guitar playing by the young Ritchie with all his ambition, and by the drums played by Ian Paice, who was only 21 years old at the time (especially the powerful bass drum!). “Bloodsucker” and “Into The Fire” are overwhelming, with the powerful sound like a studio live, maintaining the charm of the master tape (M-1) that contained the master tape in its most lively state. “Child In Time”, “Flight Of The Rat” and “Living Wreck”, where John’s Hammond organ, which already has the taste of mastery, drifts with exquisite depth and richness, can be said to be a great listening place. The overall sound is incredibly glossy throughout. The sound parts recorded in every song are deep and clear, and the sound image is punchy. All listeners will be convinced that this raw raw power and lively force are the original charm of “IN ROCK”! What you can listen to on Disc 2 is the historical masterpiece “MACHINE HEAD” produced by the second DEEP PURPLE at its peak. Like “IN ROCK”, this is also from the ultra-rare matrix number “M-1” board, which is now extremely difficult to obtain, and is produced in what can be said to be the best playback environment. The pleasant mellow tone and thick, rich reverberating sound are sure to impress all listeners from the intro of “Highway Star.” The groove is based on exquisite sound placement and balance, and the natural acoustics of each part. The exquisite tone is beyond words. It feels like the parts of the recorded sound are jumping out of the speakers as they are, and the more you listen to it, the more you are drawn into the depth and flavor, which is nothing short of amazing. As mentioned above, the difference is noticeable from the intro of “Highway Star”. The clear outline of the guitar and bass, and the natural sound of the snare drum that appears at the 12th second are already overwhelming. Gilan’s lively singing voice pierces through with ease! The grooves in “Mabe I’m A Leo” and “Never Before” are also worth listening to (the relaxed and chic mood is so refreshing). Particularly wonderful is “Pictures Of Home.” In the intro, where each note is led by Pace’s drums, Richie’s guitar is at its best. Even people with no audio knowledge or experience should be able to intuit the greatness of this scene. John’s Hammond is also wonderful in the middle. His playing, which spreads out into the sound space mainly from the right channel, adds thickness and depth to the entire ensemble. Even in “Lazy” and “Space Truckin'”, you can enjoy John’s play with the highest freshness and reproducibility. The taste created by rich experience, the numerous plays backed by a background of deep knowledge, and the mellow tone that no one else can produce is truly a mature sake. Just listening to “Maestro”‘s play makes fans intoxicated! “Smoke On The Water”, where “the world’s most famous riff” pops out, makes you wonder, “Is this what the real thing sounds like!”? The first half seems to fit into the space one by one, Roger’s bass has an unwavering sense of stability and driving dynamism, and Gillan’s presence sings powerfully… If you close your eyes and listen, it’s like December 1971. , doesn’t it remind you of the five members recording at that hotel in Montreux, Switzerland? Exquisite sound pressure, graininess, and depth. All of them are analog (and unique to first press) splendor that you can’t experience with current CDs! And the last disc 3 is “MADE IN JAPAN”, which was particularly highly rated by fans in the “Original Analog Reprint Series”. This is also a direct recording of the original British 2-LP set (Purple TPS 3511/2), which is said to be very difficult to obtain for general fans. It seems that the band initially said that they would not release this live album if the performance or sound was bad, and that it would be released only in Japan, but when the band listened to the tape later, they were surprised at how good the album was and eventually decided to release it worldwide. and cemented the band’s fame. The splendor of the sound that even the band was surprised by can be easily understood by listening to John’s organ intro and the cheers that come out of the speakers the moment the disc is played. The natural texture and clear sound of the performance, the harmonious combination of the atmosphere of the venue and the performance are exquisite. Those who only know the tones since the CD release will wonder, “Is this the original tone!?” The scales will fall from your ears! The second song “Child In Time” is an impressive 12 minutes long. John’s organ and Pace’s drums, which play a delicate intro in a transparent atmosphere that allows you to see into the depths of the venue, are so wonderful that they even make you sigh as you listen to them. The passionate singing of the young Gillan, who was at his peak as a hard rock singer, and the spectacular solos and interplay between Richie and John are literally like breathing fire. Furthermore, songs such as “Smoke On The Water,” “The Mule” with drum solo (the drum and cymbal tones here are mind-blowing), and “Strange Kind Of Woman” all surprise you with their deep, thick sounds. Masu. The tone that can be heard on this original edition is amazing, surpassing not only the flat image of the early CD edition, but even the “25th Anniversary Edition” (this “25th Anniversary Edition” is flashy at first listen, but In reality, the compressor was applied too much, and the sound, including the cymbals, was modulated). John plays an active role from the intro to “Lazy” and “Space Truckin’” where Hammond turns into thunder and roars. He never takes a step back against Richie and the others, and his free-flowing play, sometimes floating, and other times penetrating through the cracks, is nothing short of amazing no matter what song or scene he plays! If you are a fan, you must have listened to this live performance countless times, but in this work, you will listen to the performance as if you have never experienced it before! Due to advances in technology and improvements in materials, the sound quality and reproducibility of official albums has certainly improved. However, what is often said about masterpieces from the analog era is the difference in texture between records and the sound sources made since CDs. The difference is especially noticeable in the naturalness and depth and richness of the tone, and many audiophiles still say they prefer analog. Furthermore, there is a strong opinion among enthusiasts that “the first edition has a higher cutting level, has a sound groove closer to the label, and has better sound.” With this work, you can easily enjoy the sound of the analog record, which is said to be the “best”, over and over again (without worrying about wear and tear!). The tone of this work, reproduced with the highest quality system, is exactly what the second DEEP PURPLE work should be! Please enjoy the sound that PURPLE enthusiasts around the world envy and say “I want to hear it at least once” with this work. Taken from U.K. Original 1st Pressing LP(Harvest SHVL 777 Gramophone)(Matrix M-1) MACHINE HEAD Taken from U.K. Original 1st Pressing LP(Purple TPSA 7504 Gramophone)(Matrix M-1) MADE IN JAPAN Taken from U.K. Original 1st Pressing 2LP (Purple TPS 3511/2 Gramophone) Disc 1(43:54) IN ROCK Taken from U.K. Original 1st Pressing LP(Harvest SHVL 777 Gramophone)(Matrix M-1) 1. Speed ​​King 2. Bloodsucker 3. Child In Time 4. Flight Of The Rat 5. Into The Fire 6. Living Wreck 7. Hard Lovin’ Man Disc 2 (37:27) MACHINE HEAD Taken from U.K. Original 1st Pressing LP(Purple TPSA 7504 Gramophone)(Matrix M-1) 1. Highway Star 2. Maybe I’m A Leo 3. Pictures Of Home 4. Never Before 5. Smoke On The Water 6. Lazy 7. Space Truckin’ Disc 3(76:54) MADE IN JAPAN Taken from U.K. Original 1st Pressing 2LP( Purple TPS 3511/2 Gramophone) 1. Highway Star 2. Child In Time 3. Smoke On The Water 4. The Mule 5. Strange Kind Of Woman 6. Lazy 7. Space Truckin’ Ian Gillan – Vocal Ritchie Blackmore – Guitar Roger Glover – Bass Jon Lord – Keyboards　Ian Paice – Drums