Genre: Jazz

Label: LIM

James Newton Howard & Friends XRCD24

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LIMSXR004

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4892843000981

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James Newton Howard Experience the definitive version of this audiophile classic! The original Lab 23 analog master tape has been re-mastered by Gavin Lurssen and Doug Sax, to bring you the highest possible sonic quality. James Newton Howard is a highly-regarded composer for film and television, with credits that include Prince of Tides, Alive, Dave, Grand Canyon, Promised Land, Wyatt Earp and the new hit series, ER. He was joined on this project by members of the legendary rock super-group, Toto, which featured the unequalled brilliance of Jeff Porcaro on drums, and a dazzling display of three virtuoso keyboard artists on nine Yamaha synthesizers. 20+16.

Instead of improving the software technology like other formats do, JVC has chosen to do some serious homework on the hardware side. Developed from its well-known K2 20-bit proprietary digital processor, engineers at JVC Mastering Center spared no effort in refining and extending the K2 system into a K2 24-bit configuration. The most remarkable breakthrough is the application of a unique timing system called "Rubidium RF Distribution" technology. Instead of using crystal as the medium for laser clocking, they implemented a timing system based on rubidium, a rare material that is used for space applications. This device is 10,000 times more accurate than conventional crystal clocks. (Detailed information of this system will be found elsewhere in the liner notes.) In a nutshell, XRCD24 produces the finest analog sound: warm, musical and dynamic, but in a normal 16-bit PCM digital format, meaning the disc is playable by any CD player without any additional equipment or different player!

	1. Caesar
	2. Gone Buttlefishin'
	3. She
	4. L'Daddy
	5. Tandoori
	6. Borealis
	7. E Minor Shuffle
	8. Slippin' Away II
	9. Amuseum

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09/24/2024

Ron W.

United States

Rare title found easily

Back in the mid '80s, I worked at a high-end stereo store and one of the go-to demo albums and then CDs was James Newton Howard and Friends. I have really fond memories of being a late teen, working in the store, and hearing this music from different listening rooms. I forgot about this album for decades but was recently reminded of it. After a quick search, I found the CD here for a great price. It arrived quickly and packaged well. I would not hesitate to order from Elusive Disc again!

James Newton Howard & Friends XRCD24

08/14/2024

Carlos, R.

United States

Stellar songs and audio quality!

Excellent compositions and a very pleasant listening experience.

James Newton Howard & Friends XRCD24

08/06/2024

George A.

United States

Classic Audiophile Recording

An audiophile reference recording by Classic Sheffield Lab that has both excellent production sound and great dynamics as recorded direct digital to disc. Is an easy to listen to fusion of jazz and easy listening pop using the skills of the leading session musicians that JNH worked with as the band Toto so you have David Paich and Steve Porcaro on keyboards and the unique and superb Jeff Porcaro on drums with Joe Porcaro on percussion. It is a short CD that helps show off the capabilities of you HiFi system as well as being an enjoyable listen. Highly recommended but particularly to those who seek our superb recordings.

James Newton Howard & Friends XRCD24

08/06/2024

George A.

United States

Classic Audiophile Recording

James Newton Howard & Friends XRCD24

11/11/2023

Gary H.

United States

A MUST HAVE!

If you love music and love good gear, this disc is a requirement. Most of the players are members of TOTO, and JNH with the Yamaha keyboards do all the rest. Simply an amazing set of songs and an excellent disc to test the performance of any sound system.

James Newton Howard & Friends XRCD24