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Phil Collins Remasters

Hi guys,

Any opinions of "Face Value" and "No Jacket Required" remastered cds vs the original 80s cds?

Worth buying again?

Thanks! 
leemaze
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geoffkait
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I’ve oft wondered about that. That is I wondered how the Japanese were able to obtain the original tapes. Do they just give them out to anyone who asks?
leemaze OP
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To answer my own question, no the remaster is not as good as the original CD - it is terribly apparent on "In the Air Tonight" when the drums kick in, it doesn't slam nearly like the original.

I've come up with a general assumption that's been helpful:
60s/70s records, get the remasters
80s/90s records, get the original CD
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lalitk
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I am with @lowrider57, the Japanese and German remasters are much better sounding than US remasters. 
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lowrider57
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IME, everything from Germany sounds best. My first choice is to find the original CD or LP pressed in Germany.

Regarding Japanese remasters, I think there is a deal made for licensing and distribution.
rudolfogrease
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Try the Phil Collins "Serious Hits Live" I think that's in Germany. The only thing that guy wants is the best of the best. Wether its original or re-master its the best!

Same with Simple minds live in the city of lights.

It sounds phenomenal on KT88 powered tube amps.

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