Standard vinyl is mastered from digital files, we leave that to others. Most of our titles are mastered from the original analogue tapes, the reason for this is simple, Sound Quality. You will find one of the UK’s widest selections of audiophile quality vinyl here at MCRU.
We stock titles from Mobile Fidelity Soundlabs (Mofi), Analogue Productions, Reference Recordings, Chasing the Dragon, Impex, Pure Pleasure, MA Recordings, Gearbox Records and more.
If you are serious about sound quality then you need to browse our vinyl selection.
Foreigner Head Games – Mofi Records 180g Vinyl LP
Half-speed mastered from the original master tapes, Mobile Fidelity’s collectible audiophile edition of this longtime favorite classic-rock staple bursts with tremendous dynamics, soaring vocal timbres, punchy dynamics, and newfound instrumental separation. With more emphasis placed on Mick Jones’ guitar riffs and meatier grooves, you may just find yourself investing in a new power amp to get every last degree of detail that’s been uncovered! Longtime fans will be thrilled to hear the subtle nuances now fully discernible amidst a gargantuan soundstage.
Kate Bush Hounds of Love – Fish People Records 180g 1LP Coloured Vinyl LP
Prestige All Stars, The Tenor Conclave – Analogue Productions 180g Vinyl LP
This unusual meeting of four tenor saxophone players from different “schools” was part of the Prestige Friday afternoon jam session series but far from a typical outing. The giant forebears of Coleman Hawkins, Lester Young, and Charlie Parker inform the backgrounds of the performers on this LP — Hank Mobley, Al Cohn, Zoot Sims, and John Coltrane — and other influences such as Ben Webster, Dexter Gordon, and the Sonnys (Stitt and Rollins) show up, too, depending on which of the four protagonists you’re talking about.
Ike & Tina Turner – Feel Good – Pure Pleasure Records 180g Vinyl LP
“Feel Good” is quintessentially ’70s – the fuzztoned funk practically conjures up platform shoes and mile-wide collars – but it doesn’t belong to any one sound, it casually draws from Southern soul, James Brown funk, black pride, “Superfly” style and juke joint R&B, a sound that is uniquely identified with Ike & Tina. And while this contains no flat-out classics like “Nutbush City Limits” or “Proud Mary” as an album “Feel Good” undoubtedly ranks among their very best: it’s a non-stop party.
Ella Fitzgerald – Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie! – Analogue Productions 200g 2LP 45RPM Vinyl LP
“…these are all truly classic Verve titles that you simply don’t want to miss…most importantly, the sound of these reissues is nothing short of astounding. Particularly the early Billie and Ella mono records are incredible treasures of sonic beauty. I’d definitely ask Santa for the whole set, or, if you want to cherry pick, the most classic titles. Whatever you decide, you owe yourself at least a half dozen!” Winner of a 2012 Positive Feedback Online Writers’ Choice Award – Danny Kaey, Positive Feedback Online, November/December 2011
Jethro Tull – Benefit – Analogue Productions 180g 2LP 45RPM Vinyl LP
Paris ’58 – Donald Byrd & Bobby Jaspar – Sam Records 180G Vinyl LP
John Coltrane – Coltrane’s Sound – ORG Records 180g 45RPM 2LP Vinyl
Art Farmer – Portrait of Art Farmer – Contemporary Records (Acoustic Sounds Series) 180g Vinyl
Acoustic Sounds and Contemporary Records present this new reissue of iconic jazz trumpet player Art Farmer’s 1958 Contemporary Records debut, “Portrait of Art Farmer”. Featuring Hank Jones (piano), Addison Farmer (bass) and Roy Haynes (drums) with this edition pressed on 180-gram vinyl pressed at QRP with (AAA) lacquers cut from the original tapes by Bernie Grundman. It is presented in a tip-on jacket.
Jazz Side Of The Moon – The Music of Pink Floyd – Chesky Records – 180G Vinyl LP
Chantal Chamberland – Autobiography – Chesky Records 180G Vinyl LP
Immerse yourself in the sultry, jazz-infused vocals of Chantal Chamberland with Autobiography, now available on Chesky Records’ Vinyl LP. Known for her smoky, emotive voice and soulful interpretations, Chamberland delivers a breathtaking performance, recorded with Chesky’s state-of-the-art high-fidelity techniques. This vinyl relesae ensures exceptional clarity and depth, offering an immersive, audiophile-grade listening experience. A must-have for jazz lovers, audiophiles, and collectors, this release brings Chamberland’s artistry to life with unparalleled warmth and precision.
Elevate your music collection with Chantal Chamberland’s Autobiography—order your Chesky Records LP today!