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Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington - The Great Summit (+bonus track) (ltd. ed.) (180g) (yellow vinyl)
Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington - The Great Summit (+bonus track) (ltd. ed.) (180g) (yellow vinyl)
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Louis Armstrong & Duke Ellington: The Great Summit | 180g Yellow Vinyl LP
Step into the hallowed halls of jazz history with The Great Summit, a monumental 1961 collaboration between two titans, Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington. This iconic Jazz vinyl LP captures an unparalleled dialogue, where Satchmo's trumpet meets the Duke's piano, creating a soundscape of sophisticated swing and timeless melody.About the Album
Recorded in 1961, The Great Summit brought together Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington for a series of intimate studio sessions, resulting in a landmark album. This meeting of two distinct yet complementary styles showcases Ellington's elegant arrangements providing the perfect canvas for Armstrong's unmistakable vocal and trumpet artistry.The Vinyl Experience
Experience the rich, warm analog sound of this limited edition 180-gram yellow vinyl LP, meticulously pressed to deliver exceptional dynamic range. Every needle drop reveals the intricate interplay between these jazz legends, making it an essential audiophile vinyl addition to any discerning collector's turntable.- Format: Vinyl LP
- Artist: Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington
- Genre: Jazz
- Perfect For: Audiophiles, collectors, fans of classic jazz, late-night listening sessions
Collector's Note
This limited edition 180-gram yellow vinyl pressing of The Great Summit is a true crate digger's holy grail, offering a vibrant visual and sonic presentation of a historic musical meeting. It stands as a testament to the enduring power of two masters coming together.Tracklist:
Side A
- Duke's Place
- I'M Just A Lucky So And So
- Cottontail
- Mood Indigo
- Do Nothin' Till You Hear From Me
Side B
- The Beautiful American
- Black And Tan Fantasy
- Drop Me Off In Harlem
- The Mooche
- In A Mellow Tone
- It Don't Mean A Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)
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Our dedicated vault team carefully packages every order, and all orders are dispatched within 2 working days. You will receive a tracking link immediately upon shipment so you can trace your package journey to your sound system.
We ship every vinyl record in premium double walled heavy duty cardboard mailers with thick bubble inserts and extra corner protectors. LPs are placed behind the jacket during transit to completely eliminate seam splits ensuring your record arrives in pristine condition.
If a record arrives damaged or not as described, contact us within 14 days for a return or refund.
We recommend gently wiping the record with a carbon fiber anti static brush before and after every playback to remove surface dust. For deep cleaning always use specialized alcohol free record cleaning fluid and a microfiber cloth wiping in a gentle circular motion following the grooves.
We strictly adhere to the Goldmine Grading Standard. Every archive copy is meticulously inspected under high intensity light. Any pre owned or rare import pressings are professionally play tested to guarantee the exact audio fidelity and grade described.
A 180g record is significantly thicker and heavier than standard vintage pressings. This added weight provides superior physical stability on the turntable platter reducing wow and flutter during playback and protecting the record from warping over time under changing temperature conditions.
Our expert curators spend years building direct networks with licensed international distributors private estates and legendary collectors around the globe. We only acquire original copy presses from verified RIAA certified pressing plants and trusted historic suppliers ensuring every archive item is one hundred percent authentic.