Fleetwood Mac • Rumours
Reprise Records 517787-1
Two 45-RPM 180 g LPs
Written and recorded during the band members’ often tumultuous interpersonal relationships, Rumours is Fleetwood Mac’s biggest selling album. With great tracks such as Go Your Own Way, Don’t Stop, and The Chain, it’s hardly a surprise!
Given that it was recorded in 1976, the sound quality is remarkably good, and this version of Rumours (which was remastered by Steve Hoffman and Kevin Gray at AcousTech Mastering) blows the others I have right out of the water. Not only is the bass deeper, but the dynamics are better and the recording feels like it has more room to breathe (these are no doubt aided by the superb 45-RPM Pallas pressing).
This record was also remastered at 33-RPM; I’ve not heard that version but I say treat yourself to this 45-RPM version. Your ears will thank you!