hedkandi
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Jeff Wayne - The war of the worlds ULTIMATE EDITION
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The Rang
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Agreed, and hopefully that Blu-ray Disc is available independent of an expensive box set.
Though I am always interested in "ephemera" 
hedkandi
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Hope too. I have the seven disc edition and don't need to spend money for repetitive material.
Any of you Londoners out there go to this VR show?
ULTIMATE EDITION,
"The complete multi-format box set featuring the works of Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds from 1978 - 2022 across multiple LPs, CDs, Blu Rays, Lossless Audio Discs, an in depth coffee table book and various ephemera."
This ones gonna cost a bundle.
Better save up.
I'll pass.
My 5.1 two disc SACD works for me.
"The complete multi-format box set featuring the works of Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds from 1978 - 2022 across multiple LPs, CDs, Blu Rays, Lossless Audio Discs, an in depth coffee table book and various ephemera."
This ones gonna cost a bundle.
Better save up.
I'll pass.
My 5.1 two disc SACD works for me.
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Yup, I have sticker shock already just based on how much they say is included.
Given that the Atmos Mix is already on Apple Music I imagine much of this content will find its way there also, so I'll probably be OK. I also have the old box set with the SACDs.
Given that the Atmos Mix is already on Apple Music I imagine much of this content will find its way there also, so I'll probably be OK. I also have the old box set with the SACDs.
ULTIMATE EDITION,
"The complete multi-format box set featuring the works of Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds from 1978 - 2022 across multiple LPs, CDs, Blu Rays, Lossless Audio Discs, an in depth coffee table book and various ephemera."
This ones gonna cost a bundle.
Better save up.
I'll pass.
My 5.1 two disc SACD works for me.
ULTIMATE EDITION,
"The complete multi-format box set featuring the works of Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds from 1978 - 2022 across multiple LPs, CDs, Blu Rays, Lossless Audio Discs, an in depth coffee table book and various ephemera."
This ones gonna cost a bundle.
Better save up.
I'll pass.
My 5.1 two disc SACD works for me.
I totally agree on the cost. It will be unreasonable, and it's a big time pass for me.
We've been twice and it is absolutely terrific entertainment for a couple of hours. The live action and VR stuff really bring out the best in the music with a lovely Forever Autumn sequence which leads into the Thunderchild sea battle - great fun!
I have a copy of this on vinyl & always enjoyed listening to it. Interested how this all pans out. No pun intended!
Scott65
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I could be tempted to buy a standalone Blu ray disc, but I'm fine with the double sacd, unless they include an atmos mix...
windhoek
The Phoolosopher
I haven't been to a live show so bearing that in mind all you really need is a pre-2005 stereo release (an early vinyl pressing in my case) and the 5.1 SACD multichannel mix. If you've got that you're sorted. If not then I can see why this new offering may be of use
Owen Smith
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I have one of the first CD releases plus the 5.1 SACD, and I agree I can't see what this is going to provide that I'd be prepared to shell out mega bucks for it.I haven't been to a live show so bearing that in mind all you really need is a pre-2005 stereo release (an early vinyl pressing in my case) and the 5.1 SACD multichannel mix. If you've got that you're sorted. If not then I can see why this new offering may be of use
What's wrong with the post 2005 stereo releases?
windhoek
The Phoolosopher
It's just that the 2005 SACD release came with a new stereo remix as well as a new multichannel mix. The original stereo mix has a certain charm to it which I prefer over the 2005 stereo remix, the essence of which is more than captured by the amazing 5.1 mix. I've got an early vinyl pressing as well as the 2018 vinyl release which is based on the 2005 remix and I always prefer playing the early pressing. Obviously, whenever I reach for the SACD I always go for the multichannel mix. Oh, I've also got WOTW on CD from 1996 so whenever I want/need to listen to WOTW in digital stereo, this is my go-to version.
Ruudnotrude
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I would buy a CD/ Blu ray set or stand alone Blu.
I find the album to have a bit too much repetition to justify a repurchase in a new format. However, Forever Autumn and Thunder Child played back to back are absolutely killer tracks on the SACD.
Scott65
1K Club - QQ Shooting Star
I have the 1978 lp. I might have to pull out one of my turntables (unused for 20 years) and give it a spin again.
Apple has like 6 versions on the server, finding the Atmos one was tricky. After a "Jeff Wayne" search I had to click on the Author link, then I found the latest Atmos version. Listening to it now, so far very smooth but a little soft on top sounding to me. I'll give it more time.
I own the stereo album. Always a fun listen. When I started to collect multichannel discs, I saw this was available. 
I ordered a copy on eBay, but sent it back. It was some bootleg DTS version. 
So, for now, I just stick with the vinyl. (I learned what "fan generated" meant after that purchase.)
But when something new like this comes out, there's always that chance that someone wants to sell an older version.
I'll keep my eyes peeled.
Oh, and after watching that cool video, I think I need to plan a trip to London. That looks so cool!!!!!!
I ordered a copy on eBay, but sent it back. It was some bootleg DTS version. So, for now, I just stick with the vinyl. (I learned what "fan generated" meant after that purchase.) But when something new like this comes out, there's always that chance that someone wants to sell an older version.
I'll keep my eyes peeled.Oh, and after watching that cool video, I think I need to plan a trip to London. That looks so cool!!!!!!
