Popular Post samtheman57 Posted March 27, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted March 27, 2021 20 hours ago, The Computer Audiophile said: I see that Zappa has some albums out in high resolution and I'm trying to get into it. I know he is highly respected by many of my friends, so I want to like it. Question: What's the most accessible Zappa album(s)? I've been listening to Frank for many years, I can safely say I'm a fanatic, but I can assure you that his music is an acquired taste. You can probably divide his music into three distinct categories : Rock Band/ Orchestral Compositions/ Instrumental Guitar Jams. FZ himself said that the people who love the Orchestral, probably wouldn't like the Rock, and the people who like the Instrumental probably won't like the Orchestral. First, don't put the pressure on yourself to "like" it, there is no enjoyment in forcing anything. Having said that I would recommend trying out "Apostrophe" and "Shut Up And Play Your Guitar". To play it very safe, go with "Strictly Commercial". The Computer Audiophile and ssh 1 1 Link to comment
samtheman57 Posted March 27, 2021 Share Posted March 27, 2021 While I'm on here, considering Zappa recorded to the highest standards, does anyone who knows these records inside and out think there is worth in buying the 192/24 versions? I just downloaded"Roxy Performances" and they sound amazing at 44/16, I can't imagine them getting clearer and cleaner. Link to comment
samtheman57 Posted March 28, 2021 Share Posted March 28, 2021 18 hours ago, AnotherSpin said: While I'm on here, considering Zappa recorded to the highest standards, does anyone who knows these records inside and out think there is worth in buying the 192/24 versions? I just downloaded"Roxy Performances" and they sound amazing at 44/16, I can't imagine them getting clearer and cleaner. I have spent years tweaking my system, and recent upgrades include my HD Streamer using balanced outputs, NSF Clear line AC Optimizer, a decent power conditioner by Furman, and a Khozmo Acoustic Passive Pre, as well as ADAM T7V monitors. I heard Apostrophe on a high end system for the time (uh, a bit under the influence) with a Marantz receiver and amp and AR speakers. It blew my mind and changed my life. I became a true FZ fanatic. Anyway, all that to sat I stuck my foot in the water, and to my ears, and many years, the 192/24 version is definitive. Another Spin, I get the muffled effect on prior versions, I can hear all details much more clearly, especially, misheard lyrics. Down the rabbit hole I go. The Computer Audiophile 1 Link to comment
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