The high quality
SHM-
CD (Super High Material
CD) format features enhanced audio quality through the use of a special polycarbonate plastic. Using a process ...
SHM-
CDs feature improved transparency on the data side of the disc, allowing for more accurate reading of
CD data by the
CD player laser head.
https://www.cdjapan.co.jp/feature/shmcd_allabout
Thanks Sal, for posting that.
This box set is a good example of cost vs reward.
I love SHM CD's, if I could afford it I would buy all my music in SHM CD when there is only a choice of RBCD or SHM CD like this box set. I have listened to many SHM CD's and I like them all.
When I purchase a SHM CD 16/44.1 I am also getting the meticulous Japanese packaging, mini LP, etc.
They have a more rounded tone, smoother for lack of a better word.
But, as I started cost vs reward. This box RBCD $84.00 too expensive, this box SHM CD $160.00 forget it, not even an option.
The collector in me, I like box sets, is immediately tempted to purchase of course, but I am sure that HDTracks will have a version of this in some 24 bit / ? that I will get a taste of it. I have the Diamonds box set, which is highly enjoyable.
And as others have said this year is starting to be very expensive.
