Yes/NC, USA 1972

A complete recording of the Duke University performance in Durham, North Carolina from the fall North American tour accompanying “Close To The Edge” in 1972 with an ultra-high quality audience recording. It is a more famous sound source than in the past, and an upper version called “SOLID TIME OF CHANGE” appeared five years ago, and since then it has been positioned as the definitive version of the same performance, but surprisingly, it is the highest quality version of the same sound source that far exceeds this version. is now available. It is obvious that it was copied directly from the master, or from a tape that is very close to the master, and there is an overwhelming difference in the sound quality, and there is no doubt that you will be taken aback by the superb sound of the first song, Siberian Khatru, and listen to it. there is no. The overall sound has become clearer and clearer in all respects, and when you listen to it, it almost sounds like the previous release is covered with a single membrane. Vocals, guitars, keyboards, drums, and all the sounds have a richer feel to them, and when I first listened to them and compared them, I thought, “Are they really the same sound source?” I could feel the differences in every way. can. There has never been a take in which Rick’s Moog was recorded on the 1972 tour sound source. The Mellotron in the “daa” part from the latter half of the 6th minute to the 7th minute, and the Moog sound that follows it, pops out with a sound that has never been heard before. It’s worth getting this album just to listen to this Siberian Khatru. The sound image of I’ve Seen All Good People is also a wonderful word, and this will also be the best on the 1972 tour. The groove feel of this hand-made band sound is the original charm of Yes, and even though it was recorded from the same tour, it doesn’t have the overdone feel like “Yessongs”, so you can listen to the performance more comfortably. Masu. The drum sound with effects around 3 minutes is exquisite, and the second half of All Good People is captured with the balance and resonance of all the instruments, and the best sound image ever.This part is truly “perfect!” is. What is even more shocking is Heart Of The Sunrise, where you can enjoy the “unprecedented Heart Of The Sunrise” which becomes ridiculous when compared to the previously released take that was recorded with a fade-in for some reason. The certainty of this rhythm sound due to its freshness, the rough sound of the bass and the ferocious excitement are overwhelming, allowing fans to enjoy an incredible 10-minute sonic drama. It will be the “first time” that the organ in the speed part of the first half can be heard so clearly. Of course, Howe’s guitar sounds ultra clear from beginning to end. Even into the song part, the “miraculous sound image” continues endlessly, and it can be said that there are emotional tears here that can only be shed by fans who have listened to hundreds of takes. The textured unison at 7:15 and the Moog dialogue in the late 7 minute range are also recorded with a magical sound that surpasses the sound board. It is truly a miracle that the sound output from this equipment of this era was recorded with such good sound. It may sound boring, but this song is truly “perfect.” “It’s too amazing…” is the word to use at times like this. Howe’s solo that follows is only acoustic, so I listened to it and compared it, thinking, “I don’t think it’s that different from the previous release,” but even in this part, the sound image and volume were completely different, and I could confirm the difference. After all, this is a truly amazing version. And You And I is also unfortunately missing the acoustic part in the middle of 6:11 due to the tape change, but it is recorded with an ultra-high quality sound that is incomparable to the compact sound of the previous release. Even after moving to Disc 2, the scale up compared to the previous releases is remarkable, and all musical sounds such as Close To The Edge are recorded with a richer sound full of a thicker feeling. It’s amazing how much Rick’s organ can be heard in the intro part. The vocal part in the 4 minute range also has a wonderful sound and you can fully enjoy the splendor of the master quality. I Get Up I Get Down’s symphonic wall of sound is the best ever. How on earth was it possible to record a 13-minute Moog with such a thick and clear sound in analog recording from this era? The exciting instrumental part of the organ solo in the 15 minute range is clearly recorded with the best sound ever. The ending part, which is unique to this period, is also a must-listen. Rick’s keyboard solo seems to have a little lack of volume on the piano compared to the overwhelming synth part, but it was well received by the audience. The Hallelujah part of Mellotron and Moog that can be heard with this sound is exquisite, and I don’t really care about slight timing gaps or mistones. This is also the “first” that the Moog part in the second half of the solo was recorded with such a thick sound, and it is truly irresistible for fans to be able to hear the solo composition in a transitional period with such a sound! Even at Roundabout, where the applause is loud, the musical tone is on, so the sound image is not shaken at all. Rick’s organ solo on this day was quite aggressive. It’s amazing that Roundabout, which tends to have a dull sound, can be sustained with this sound. The sound of Yours Is No Disgrace, recorded with a perfect sense of scale, is truly amazing. The sound that exceeds the sound board will come out louder from the speakers! A slight hiss can be heard in quiet parts such as acoustics, but with such a fresh version, it seems best to enjoy the master tape itself without changing the tone or texture. Compensation is kept to a minimum, and no processing is added other than pitch correction. Anyway, please give it a listen. Considering the era, he is such a miraculous master that the words “the pinnacle of audience recording” can be heard lightly, and the sound is as if Jesus was playing in front of you in the latter half of 1972. . A must-listen album for all Yes fans who can enjoy the truly amazing Yes Live held in North Carolina exactly 38 years ago on November 11th in 1972 with the highest sound quality. Live at Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA 11th November 1972 TRULY AMAZING/PERFECT SOUND Disc 1 1. Firebird Suite 2. Siberian Khatru 3. I’ve Seen All Good People4. Heart Of The Sunrise 5. Clap/Mood For A Day 6. And You And I Disc 2 1. Close To The Edge 2. Rick Wakeman Solo 3. Roundabout 4. Yours Is No Disgrace Jon Anderson – Vocals Steve Howe – Guitars Chris Squire – Bass Rick Wakeman – Keyboards Alan White – Drums