Example of Tape Saturation

Muckelroy

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Bob Dylan - Hurricane

Just took a closer listen of this song, and was a bit thrown for a loop with just how MUCH tape saturation is on this mix. I don't have the entire 'Desire' album, just this one song.

Like many, I dig the effects tape can have on a mix, but I'm going to have to say that this mix was a bit much on the saturation side. I felt like the saturation distorted the tracks to the point of squashing everything to an uncomfortable level. It has a definite effect (not so good) on the solo violinist licks.

Then again, it's Bob Dylan. Like he gave a crap. :D
 
Man, I think this is maybe his best sounding record from the 70's. Best sounding part is when they screw up the rhythm.
 
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