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Back in the early 80s, I picked this up at Tower Records in LA. They had this import section where I grabbed all the Scorpions' censored covers. This one, along with Animal Magnetism and In Trance. I reckon I only paid around $12 for it new back then. Sadly, as a teenager, I must've tossed the OBI strip. But everything else is intact. I've also got the US cover version. This Japanese one sounds "killer"! Though I gotta say, my Japanese Fly To The Rainbow is even better. Early Scorpions rock!!
This is the only pressing I've come across, and it's incredibly clear, punchy, and silent. I'm really pleased with it. It's a limited, numbered edition mastered by Kevin Gray, housed in a heavy gatefold jacket.
This is an outstanding vinyl pressing with superb sound quality. It absolutely surpasses RCA International and RCA versions, with much clearer bass in the mix. The dynamics are improved, and this is the best version of Backstage Queen I've encountered. It sounds analogue to me, with no harshness even at full volume. Note - Fly to the Rainbow (self-produced) was always a superior recording to the next three Scorpions releases (produced by Dieter Dierks). Reviewed on Linn LP12/Ekos/Ortofon Windfeld ti/Lingo/Dynavector DV-75/Bel Canto eVo2i/Shahinian Arc.
Don't just take my word for it, this album is truly something special. I'm no die-hard Scorpions enthusiast, but this pressing is so impressive that it turns even a laid-back listener into a devoted follower. Listening to it on my Sansui AU20000 has me dreaming of being their backstage VIP. Side B is an absolute clinic in hard, metallic rock. The person who mastered this Japanese original pressing must be a true genius.
not the most loud but an amazing production, this album is a must own!
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