The latest album by the greatest Polish jazz pianist Adam Makowicz, recorded directly to master tape without “multitrack”. Artist used one of three existing grand pianos by Swedish company Grand Malmsjo „Banana”. It’s the only piano construction without crossed strings, an instrument tuned in 432Hz.
AC Records is known for its commitment to high-quality analogue recording techniques, often producing limited edition vinyl pressings with exceptional sound. Adam Czerwiński is a drummer, composer, arranger, and music producer, and he has recorded over 120 albums as a sideman and 13 as a leader. He has also performed live with musicians such as Nigel Kennedy, Robert Plant, and Eric Clapton. The label has worked with artists such as Jarosław Śmietana, Zbigniew Namysłowski, Krzesimir Dębski, John Abercrombie, Garry Bartz, Eddie Henderson, Larry Goldings, and John Scofield.
Adam performs jazz and classical piano pieces, as well as his compositions, and he used one of three existing grand pianos by Swedish company Grand Malmsjo „Banana”. It’s the only piano construction without crossed strings, an instrument tuned in 432Hz.
Album: Adam Makowicz - Blue Sapphires
Label: AC Records - ACRRTR028
Format: Reel-To-Reel, 15 ips, ¼", 2-Track Stereo, 10.5" NAB Reel, Limited Edition, CCIR OR NAB Eq.
Country: Poland
Released: 28 Jul 2023
Genre: Jazz
Style: Jazz
Tracklist:
1. Walking Downtown 03:48
2. Humoresque 04:11
3. Cheek to Cheek 04:02
4. Blue Monk 04:42
5. What Are You Doing 03:08
6. You do Something to Me 00:34
7. Sleep Save and Warm 00:26
8. My One and Only Love 02:56
9. All the Things You Are 03:06
10. Broadway at 14 Street 03:53
11. When Lights Are Low 03:31
Musician:
Adam Makowicz - Piano
Mastered At Abbey Road Studios
Produced By Adam Czerwiński
Recorded directly to master tape without “multitrack”.
Production By AC Records
AC Records Analogue Tape Copies From Original Analogue Masters. Pure AAA analogue production.
AC Records Studio is a recording company which values fantastic analogue sound and the highest quality of the releases produced in the studio. AC Records Studio makes music in the best studios using only analogue techniques, with valve and ribbon microphones and valve amplifiers. Audiophile label run by Polish great jazz drummer and producer Adam Czerwiński. Adam founded his label to promote the work of top Polish and foreign jazz artists, all lovingly recorded in analog on Telefunken and Studer decks.
Full analogue edition: AAA. Two days of analogue recordings with six outstanding pianists.
Recorded directly to the analogue tape in Custom 34 Studio, Gdansk, Poland
Analog Audio Reel tapes are made to order, one at a time, transferred and assembled by hand. Each package includes 15 IPS 1/4” tape in individual boxes and a certificate of authenticity. Quality 100% Guarantee - The tape is signed and individually numbered, plus it includes a certificate of authenticity.
Brand New Reel Tape Made in France.
Blue Sapphires - Master Reel Tape Copy On Demand Master Reel Tape Copy. The reel tapes are the first copies from the master tape. Recording two track 1/4”, Speed 38cm/s. Plus Possible custom recording 19cm/s on RTM tapes. Equipment used for master tape duplication - copying: From Playback – Studer A807 MKII Pro Reel Tape Recorder To Recording Telefunken M15A Pro Reel Tape Recorder.
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