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Emerson, Lake & Palmer - Brain Salad Surgery (MFSL SACD) | Mint Mint

Emerson, Lake & Palmer - Brain Salad Surgery (MFSL SACD) | Mint Mint

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Description

Emerson, Lake & Palmer    Brain Salad Surgery (MFSL SACD)    SACD    SACD    Hybrid SACD, numbered    Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab    UDSACD 2316    821797231664    Rock    "A Most Amazing Show: Emerson, Lake & Palmer's Brain Salad Surgery Established Prog-Rock Standards, Features the Epic ''Karn Evil 9'' Suite and Visionary Rendition of Ginastera Piano Concerto

Experience the 1973 Album in Audiophile Sound: Mobile Fidelity's Numbered-Edition Hybrid SACD Reveals the Copious Details, Textures, and Depth of the Exceptional Production

''Welcome back, my friends, to the show that never ends.'' 

Famously uttered by bassist-guitarist Greg Lake on the epic ''Karn Evil 9,'' those words encapsulate the theatricality, thrills, breadth, and fascination surrounding Brain Salad Surgery. Originally released in late 1973, Emerson, Lake & Palmer's fourth studio album finds the trio taking front-to-back control of its situation and incorporating several studio firsts. The platinum-certified effort stands as one of the greatest prog-rock feats in history. Its cohesive blend of musicianship, songwriting, and production set a standard that remains revered amid fans and critics alike.

Sourced from the original analog master tapes and housed in a mini-LP-style gatefold package complete with a fold-out insert, Mobile Fidelity's numbered-edition hybrid SACD of Brain Salad Surgery presents the record ELP member Carl Palmer deemed his favorite in audiophile sound. Clear, dynamic, and balanced, this collectible version brings to light the epic scope, tonal depth, and high degree of virtuosity on display. Key characteristics - textures, nuances, effects, melodies, tempo changes - that go hand-in-hand with the trio's compositions and interplay are rendered amid broad soundstages and delivered with pinpoint detail. A most amazing show, indeed. Step inside, step inside.

Numbered Hybrid Stereo SACD
NUMBERED SPECIAL EDITION

Track List
1. Jerusalem
2. Toccata
3. Still.You Turn Me On
4. Benny the Bouncer
5. Karn Evil 9: 1st Impression - Part 1
6. Karn Evil 9: 1st Impression - Part 2
7. Karn Evil 9: 2nd Impression
8. Karn Evil 9: 3rd Impression"        6/19/2026     

  • Media Condition: Mint
  • Sleeve Condition: Mint
  • Format: CD
  • Genre: ROCK
  • Format Type: SACD

Condition Ratings & Details

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Condition Ratings

  • MINT (M): Perfect, brand new, unplayed.
  • Near Mint (NM): Like new, barely played, will play perfectly.
  • Excellent (EX): Very close to near mint, with minor cosmetic wear. Will play perfectly.
  • Very Good Plus (VG+): Light cosmetic blemishes that do not affect play. Close to perfect playback.
  • Very Good (VG): Some light marks that may cause minor noise during playback. Still enjoyable and plays well.
  • Good Plus (G+): Noticeable noise during playback. Only listed if of collector value. Not ideal for listening.

Sleeve Details

  • PHOTOS ACTUAL: The photo is an original image of the exact item you will receive.
  • PHOTOS NOT ACTUAL: The photo is sourced from the web and may differ slightly from the actual item.
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