Milt Jackson – Sunflower

It may be my copy, which came with some defect, but I find the mix to be pretty muddy, especially around the horn and vibes. I believe this may just be how it was recorded, as I had a US pressing from the same decade, for which I traded up to this, hoping I would get better clarity. Alas, not the case.

I will say it's cut relatively loud. This and the possible boosting of mids (which I think Japanese pressings are known for) makes this - from memory - probably a better pressing than the 70s US I had.

Fantastic press. Definitely can be cheap heat if you’re not too late to this one 🤷‍♂️

This album plays through perfectly. It's a one of a kind journey. The pressing and packaging are excellent.

Just picked this one up from my local record shop. I was able to find it in near mint condition. Sounds fantastic and I also consider this to be a very underrated album.

It is my experience that CTI CD releases have a uniquely excellent sound and this is no exception. Adventurous and challenging music probably best classified as postmodern or third stream.

Track A1 is just average, but the rest of the album is stronger; B1 is excellently funky

Poor single sheet cover, it's a shame, very simple and very expensive too, booooo for king records this time. Good records deserves good booklet with a lot liner notes, pictures etc. Not recommended at all. Why Creed Taylor authorized this crap?

Very happy with this pressing. Beautiful and smooth, sounds brilliant.

Gear: McIntosh MT10, Ortofon cadenza black

to my ears, this is a great pressing - incredible imaging, warm but crispy-clear separation and a full, wide sound.
no reason to go for a maligned recent reissue when the original is available at an affordable price and reliable quality.

All time classic album I am a free jazz aficionado..however this album is hauntingly melodic and outstanding.