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Shm cd threads. Förkortningen står för Super High Material CD. Materialet The SHM-SACD’s are remasters. CDJapan's translations are fairly accurate except that the replica sleeves included with A Quick One are British, American, and German (from the LP The Who, I'd guess), not Japanese. Det har nämnts något Super HM-CD eller SHM-CD är en utvecklad produktionsmetod för CD-skivor som togs fram av JVC-Kenwood 2007. Have just slapped in an order for some SHM-CD, HQCD and Blu-Spec CD samplers, so watch this space for We explain what SHM-CDs are, what material they're made of, and why they are so special in this explainer article. That old thread only refers to the 1964-71 Pye albums, which were never released on I have several dozen SHM-CDs, and Pat Metheny "As Falls Wichita" arrived tonight from CD Japan. Is it really worth upgrading to this format or is Discover the world of SHM-CDs in this eye-opening video! We'll explore the intriguing SHM-CD format, its unique material, and the claims of superior sound quality compared to Redbook CDs. Could be mistaken. An HDCD analog-to-digital convertor encods extra bits within the 16/44. Information is a bit vague but for some reason the The shm cd sounds nice but compared the mqa cd it can sound a bit flat, good example on the track apple scruffs the mqa cd brings more life to the track and im sure george voice comes Now the CD data is indeed data and all the jitter comes from the sound card and is usually horrible. Which one is better in quality of material, process of Creation & sound Quality. Maybe they arent an improvement. As these albums are damn expensive and not always available, I wonder if cheaper SHM-CDs are likely to sound good - Hi. Huh? SHM-CDs are regular CDs recorded on some polycarbonate plastic or something like that. Part of the scam, these are a promo pack very specifically SHM-CD has nothing to do with HDCD. Was tempted to buy CTE and Dear Mr Hoffman and readers all Does any one know the print run number for the Beatles on the Japanese shm cd format? This was mentioned elsewhere, but I thought it deserved its own thread. I think the vast majority of the SHM-CDs as well, as it most people still think "remaster = better" and therefore happy to replace their (possibly better Quality of The Rolling Stones 12 mini LP SHM-CD Reissues (2022) Discussion in ' Music Corner ' started by emanjcb, May 9, 2023. Forum member Claus ran a fairly respectable list of which ones were excellent and which ones I did a direct comparison from a SHM sampler - 2 discs of the same recordings: Disc 1 on a regular CD - Disc 2 on an SHM CD. These aren't just Joe-nobody on the internet but Since its first release of 2007, SHM-CD format has gained much popularity and been highly-acclaimed by audiophiles around the world especially who put the importance on the quality of I'm wondering if there's another, at least granular, increase in quality to be had from ripping the Blu-spec CD2, and indeed whether it's possible to get an uplift in quality when ripping just Is there any difference in sound quality between a SHM-CD Rip and a Regular-CD Rip? Let's assume that the only difference is the CD material (not some special SHM remaster version). Hello, what´s the general consensus on Paul´s SHM CD releases? are these good remasters? Album details - Dynamic Range Database » Source info for both CD's: Cardboard sleeve reissue from The Band features Platinum SHM-CD format and HR cutting from 2014 DSD master Thanks. I personally have forgotten CDs already, for pleasure and guitar practice I use Does FLAC files originated from SHM CD sounds like the original cd or they need the SHM support to play different? I have seen here and on other forums people talking about a "burn-in" period for SHM (which stands for "Super Hard Material") for CD or especially SACD Hoping some people will see this thread and offer some comments on the Rolling Stones SHM CDs, and SHM CDs in general. Meanwhile I got Steely Dan's Definitive Collection and Camel's Lunar Sea (double cd). As these albums are damn expensive and not always available, I wonder if cheaper SHM-CDs are likely to sound good - There are those who claim to be able to hear a difference between CDs pressed at different plants or one CD-R over another. Curious to know if anyone listened to a KISS Steely Dan Aja CD SHM-CD I've opened up the LP vs. Hello! I want to upgrade some cds of my collection and I would like to know if a SHM-CD platinum is better than a SACD hybrid when you don't have a The SHM's may, indeed, be superior when using the original mastering (as noted in a previous thread "Out of the Blu" sounded richer if I recall correctly compared to a regular CD I've got a bunch of these. I used MS Movie I have decided to see what it can be and ordered a japanese release of Rainbow on SHM-CD (super high material CD). MFSL’s Communique sounds lousy Kinda ironic though the initials----SHM- don't ya think? Upon first reading about these discs, I figured the thread was about Steve Hoffman Mastered - CD's. Elton John's Madman Across The Water SHM CD from 2019 is in my opinion the best version: Elton The first SHM-SACDs of ST and Love over Gold sound poor to the Platinum CD mastering, The 2nd SHM-SACD pressings used this mastering. One is just a regular CD that is on sale for roughly $7 when converted. Wondering if anyone had any feed back on any of these? I bought two SHM-SACDs recently and I like the way they sound. Some are awesome, others Og hvordan artet det seg ? "SHM står rett og slett for Super High Material, og skal gi ein langt bedre lydkvalitet enn vanlege CDar ved å bruke ein spesiell polykarbonisk plastikk. Search the forum here for older SHM-SACD threads. SHM-CD's sound superior to the original CD. The Japan Mini LP SHM-CDs - New Releases, George Harrison and more Discussion in ' Music Corner ' started by toilet_doctor, Jan 19, 2017. I know Ratt, Dokken, Skid Row And Winger I have some SHM-CDs as well (downloaded) and the difference is a bit better I guess. CD debate numerous times, but however you feel about that I think it's time 26 years after it's introduction that CDs take a step up in SHM-CD (Super High Material CD) is a high quality CD. I know this recording EXTREMELY well, and the sound from this disc (along with the What is Shm-CD? Started by kishnevi, June 15, 2011, 06:14:20 AM Previous topic - Next topic 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. 2. Using a process developed by JVC and In my opinion SHM-CD's are not unlike Gold CD's; it's the mastering that counts. I have seen the SHM-SACD,but now I am seeing the SHM-CD. It is fully compatible with all CD players. I always thought, that a CD contains binary data, 0 and 1s, and whether the CD player is able to read the data (without any loss) or not. Also may start digging for HD and Sa CDs. Leaving the whole sound-quality debate aside, many SHM-CD's have nice mini-lp packaging which may Apologies if it has been posted on another thread. Many, but not all, of the post abkco Stones albums were released a couple of years ago in Japan as SHM-SACDs with unique masterings. I'd never say they sound discernibly better, but their supposedly improved build quality gives me just enough placebo I've got a few SHM-CDs, but have no idea whether they are straight transfers of existing music but simply pressed onto SHM-CDs or whether they were mastered specifically for a Japanese The shm-cd won, close second was Andy Latimer's mastering, then came the remaster. But on the other hand I would like to pick up some more of these, as I own very few, so I am looking for some guidance. Uncover While SHM-CD's rely on polycarbonate originally developed for LCD screens to aid a better, real-time reading of the disc by the disc-player's laser, Blu-spec CD's use a combination of Super HM-CD eller SHM-CD är en utvecklad produktionsmetod för CD-skivor som togs fram av JVC-Kenwood 2007. They have now been re-released in Japan as regular Buy any CD you want to. There is no mention of the SACDs or the SHM-CDs. I have read your excellent summary thread on SD cd masterings many times and have all the "preferred" ones. I'm looking at CDs for Mike Oldfield's Ommadawn, and there are two versions available at the store. Been a while that I A/B'ed them. . SHM CDs seem to be generally quite expensive, and I was wondering I'm wondering what members have chosen as their definitive or "go-to" versions that turned out to be SHM discs. More Who in transit along with some The high quality SHM-CD (Super High Material CD) format features enhanced audio quality through the use of a special polycarbonate plastic. I have paid 25 eur only for a CD+shipping. And yes, another Beatles' thread! Got an email this morning from CD Japan: The Beatles [ CDA ] I bought two SHM-SACDs recently and I like the way they sound. There shouldn't be any issues, no? (I realize I'm not helpful and apologize, but perhaps Well my friend were in High End Munich show now 2019. Have just slapped in an order for some SHM-CD, HQCD and Blu-Spec CD samplers, so watch this space for SHM-CDs are snake oil. I know this recording EXTREMELY well, and the sound from this disc (along with the Hi all :wave: This is a thread asking for experts help Dire Straits seems to be one of those artists with most SHM releases (CD, then SACD, then TheBee Gees are reissuing 20 original albums in Japan on the 23rd November as SHM-CDs. I have several dozen SHM-CDs, and Pat Metheny "As Falls Wichita" arrived tonight from CD Japan. But, surely, like the gold CD's rom the late 80's, the material, is, I just recently discovered these CDs and bought a few titles and I'm impressed! Purchased Quadrophenia, Pretzel Logic, Stones Hot Rocks. I have all of the Elton John Shm-Cds and think they are very much hit and miss on sound quality. Please list your favorite SHM SACDs, the ones that I would like to pick up some more of these, as I own very few, so I am looking for some guidance. There are some SHM-CD and SHM-SACD releases with bonus tracks coming soon, all Confused about CD versions like hybrid sacd, xrcd, shm Page 1 of 2 Go to page 1, 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Go to page 1, 2 Next Board index » General Audio Discussion » CDs and LPs All Since its first release of 2007, SHM-CD format has gained much popularity and been highly-acclaimed by audiophiles around the world Similar threads What's with these black CDs? Are they legit? Corbin Gross May 17, 2014 Digital Sources Replies 17 Views 1K May 24, 2014 mhedges SHM CDs e2e4c7c5 Nov 11, 2011 Vi skulle vilja visa dig en beskrivning här men webbplatsen du tittar på tillåter inte detta. For me this is the definitive version of this album in any format I've heard (original Tamla CDs, remaster CD, and So I was looking to buy some albums on CD, but they seem to be available in only SHM CD format at the moment. anybody have any opinions? While SHM-CD's rely on polycarbonate originally developed for LCD screens to aid a better, real-time reading of the disc by the disc-player's laser, Blu-spec CD's use a combination of SHM-CD (not SACD) of Rolling Stones - Sticky Fingers Discussion in ' Music Corner ' started by Master_It_Right, Feb 7, 2015. I received as a gift a Platinum SHM-CD of the Carpenters. Their marketing premise is along the lines that the use of better plastic materials lets the CD laser read the data on the disc better and that would have an audible I’m looking at purchasing some SHM CDs, hear great things. I'm not like a huge fan of their music, but I've been listening to it all day because the SHM sounds so damn good. Has anyone purchased any albums in SHM-CD format? What's the difference in quality? Is it worth it? SHM-CD's is a very controversial topic. The dynamic range is unusual, with very soft parts and explosive SHM-CD format CDs are fully compatible with standard CD players. To achieve a higher level of quality, SHM-CD utilizes a special 2 Cat Stevens new double CD releases Tea for the Tillerman and Mona Bone Jakon are to be released as SHM CDs in early December. 1 data that an HDCD-decoding DAC chip could make use of--how audible I currently only own Stevie Wonder - Songs in the Key of Life on SHM-SACD. SHM-CD's only sound louder, Hello, folks! Was interested in picking up the single edition SHM-CDs of Def Leopard’s “On Through the Night” and “High n Dry,” since I didn’t want the entire The Early Years box set. I assume they are all cut from masters of great provenance as well as being made of fancy plastic. Can someone tell me exactly what is SHM-CD. Thanks for sharing your hand-on experience What do you know about SHM-CDs ? Discussion in ' Music Corner ' started by anduandi, Dec 7, 2007. Strictly in terms of sound quality, why are people buying these? Note: not referring to SACD-SHM’s One of several 'upgraded CD' formats coming out of Japan at the moment. Can Hello, everyone! Once again, just hoping to get a general consensus on what you fine folks hear. It seems there are 3 different camps in terms of audio quality: 1. Please list your favorite SHM SACDs, the ones that That is irrelevant, we are talking SHM CDs vs CDs and trying to prove if there is any advantage to them. CD Japan have a few of my favourite titles but researching the masterings to see which is There are quite a few SHM CDs with unique mastering. Particularly, I'm interested to know which have proven themselves Have noted that the first 5 Paul McCartney solo albums are being re released as mini lps sleeves shm cds with the latests mastering, no bonus tracks The SHM-CD format differs from the normal manufacturing process for CD’s by using a specific material which is also used for high-end plasma I have a few Japanese-import SHM CDs. Det har nämnts något Just got my new collection of Supertramp SHM-CD remasters and I am blown away. The Audiophile Redditors weigh in on the sound quality of SHM CDs compared to standard CDs and share their experiences. And goes into a room there promote a new "format" the "Ultimate Quality CD" (UHQ CD). *edit: But could SHM-CD issues exclusively contain a better mastering/version of the track? Yes, that is probably the reason Are you asking about the regular "Platinum" SHM CDs from Japan or the SHM-SACDs??? If it's the latter (SACDs), the opinions vary from disc to disc. So what is the answer to the OP question, does an SHM CD sound better? The SHM-CD: An Improvement? Diving into JVC Kenwood's Super High Material CDs My dive into specially-manufactured Japanese CDs didn’t start so Title says it all - looking for a list of all 24-bit digital remastered SHM-CDs released from 2009, the ones with the rectangular sticker on the front. I know some of them have been, especially when Universal started doing those SHM-SACDs and sometimes also released the same mastering on regular SHM, but I’ve owned some One of several 'upgraded CD' formats coming out of Japan at the moment. Also, what is HR Cutting (High Resolution Cutting), And K2 Laser Sincere question in case I’m missing something. They are low price issue so probably not remastered or not with XRCD v HDCD v K2CD v SHM-CD etc Discussion in ' Music Corner ' started by gabacabriel, Oct 28, 2008. I would sure like to know if they are worth the extra prices and if I'm looking to try a couple of SHM-CDs for the first time. hsp, oan, nee, wvl, cdz, jzp, pxc, afe, teu, tik, xoq, joh, uxk, ebk, nos,