Utada Hikaru's 7th full-length studio album 'Hatsukoi' is now available for the first time in the U.S. and as a double LP on heavyweight vinyl.Bob Ludwig, mastering engineer for the CD album, appointed his trusted colleague Chris Bellman (Bernie Grundman Mastering, LA) as the cutting engineer to create the uniquely rich sound on vinyl with three tracks on each side, and it's a must-listen-gem. This Encore pressing uses 180g heavyweight vinyl.
Release date:
October 28, 2022
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Recommended equipment and accessories
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Nagaoka MP-110H Cartridge
Features a high-quality elliptical stylus that provides excellent tracking and minimizes distortion, delivering a detailed sound reproduction with an output voltage of 5.0 mV
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Audioengine A2 Plus
Precision-engineered 2.75-inch woofers and a 0.75-inch silk dome tweeter, featuring built-in DAC and Bluetooth connectivity for seamless integration.
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Vevor Ultrasonic Cleaner
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Ortofon 2M Blue Premounted
Mounted on the SH-4 Black Headshell, this setup delivers exceptional clarity, dynamic range, and accurate sound reproduction.
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