- Audio CD (23 May 2005)
- Please Note: Requires SACD-compatible hardware
- Number of Discs: 1
- Format: Limited Edition, SACD
- Label: Vertigo
- ASIN: B0009A21QM
- Other Editions: Audio CD | Audio Cassette | Vinyl | MP3 Download
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (82 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 164,413 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
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Track Listings
| 1. So Far Away |
| 2. Money For Nothing |
| 3. Walk Of Life |
| 4. Your Latest Trick |
| 5. Why Worry |
| 6. Ride Across The River |
| 7. The Man's Too Strong |
| 8. One World |
| 9. Brothers In Arms |
Product Description
Amazon.co.uk Review
This is the re-issued Limited Edition SACD version of Brothers in Arms. Dire Straits' fifth album will probably be remembered as the record that ushered in the CD generation, and therefore (depending on your affiliations) a work of extreme evil or an object lesson in craftsmanship. In truth though, it's neither. Inevitably, some moments haven't dated so well. "Money For Nothing", Mark Knopfler's satire of the MTV generation, seems as vacant as its target; while the jukebox jive of "Walk Of Life" could have used a little roughing up. In fairness though, such low points constitute a minority. In latter years, indie bands such as Gomez and Spiritualized have eagerly cited JJ Cale and Dr John as pivotal influences on their work. Perhaps so, but it's the less fashionable Knopfler and his intuitive feel for the fretboard who comes closer. You needn't dig too deep to identify the roots of beauties such as "So Far Away" and "Why Worry". --Peter Paphides
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I just cannot believe the dynamics of this album could improve so much with the SACD version. Very smooth sounding and exceptional vocal clarity. The biggest surprise was the separation of the intruments, each one very distinct and can be followed individually. I own the original version of the cd as well as the LP (a reissue) and it beats both of them hands down in every department.
Any fan of Dire Straits if owns an SACD player must have this album. I thought twice about buying this since this is the third format for me, but I am glad I decided to get it. Worth every penny I spent on it.
My system is two channel.
19 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I have owned "Brothers In Arms" in various formats since it's 1985 release, and I have to say that this really does top the bill. The remastering on this hybrid disc is absolutely outstanding. I wasn't completely sold on the SACD format until this release and boy was I blown-away. If you have owned this album before, then do yourself a favour and get this the 20th anniversay edition. A classic album deserving of space on your shelf. Buy it!
30 of 32 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Here's a summary:
1) The surround mix uses the full length versions as heard on CD & cassette (rather than the edited 1,2,4&5 tracks on the vinyl)
2) Money For Nothing suffers in surround. Some of the original very prominent keyboard sounds have been mixed out and the track doesn't sound right for it.
3) The mix is very echoey and I found it hard work to listen to in a long sitting.
4) It appears that the 5.1 mix is more compressed than the original mix. The impact of the louder passages on The Man's Too Strong is not really there for me
5) The rear channels are used well, backing vocals and keyboard parts, etc can be heard at the back.
Shame about the reverb!
1) The surround mix uses the full length versions as heard on CD & cassette (rather than the edited 1,2,4&5 tracks on the vinyl)
2) Money For Nothing suffers in surround. Some of the original very prominent keyboard sounds have been mixed out and the track doesn't sound right for it.
3) The mix is very echoey and I found it hard work to listen to in a long sitting.
4) It appears that the 5.1 mix is more compressed than the original mix. The impact of the louder passages on The Man's Too Strong is not really there for me
5) The rear channels are used well, backing vocals and keyboard parts, etc can be heard at the back.
Shame about the reverb!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
SACD's
If you owned the CD, you'll know how good the album is. But it has to be said, the SACD version is definitely smoother and more detailed. Read more
Published 1 month ago by David Herd
Stunning SACD surround mix of seminal album
Well, I will admit right way that getting this was, prior to its arrival, something I'd assigned the category 'guilty (possible) pleasure'. Read more
Published 6 months ago by S. D. Nunn
Top stuff from top band in their time.
You know what you going to get - bought this to top up my collection. Top band in their time.
Published 6 months ago by Mr. A. Gibbins
brothers in arms
I already have the CD version of Dire Straits classic bought many years ago and it was a delight to listen to the SACD version. Read more
Published 9 months ago by beachcomer
Real music
Still got the vinyl but had to buy this great C.D a great listen with good guitar riffs
Published 9 months ago by St George
Oldies are the best
I purchased this to replace an old LP of this record. This is probably the best record ever produced by Eric Clapton.
Published 9 months ago by Mr. Gordon Wilson
Victim of the loudness wars - highly compressed with limited dynamic...
This remastering is a major victim of the loudness wars.
I have the original 1984 album and compared it to this album. Read more
I have the original 1984 album and compared it to this album. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Paul W
Incomplete songs
I was very dissappointed that several the tracks were incomplete. Luckily Amazon refunded my money, but I'd rather have had the full version of this album.
Published 12 months ago by S. Slottje
Poor vinyl
I bought t this album a week ago between tracks crack and pops some pops during track maybe I bought poor copy not recommendEd
Published 14 months ago by I. Costa
Birthday Present
I bought this for a my step dad, as his copy was still on tape, he was thrilled with it and has played it loads already.
Published 15 months ago by J. H. Chapple
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