WaxTime In Color
Miles Davis - Birth Of The Cool (ltd. ed.) (180g) (red vinyl)
Miles Davis - Birth Of The Cool (ltd. ed.) (180g) (red vinyl)
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Miles Davis – Birth Of The Cool | 7" Red Vinyl Single
Immerse yourself in the understated elegance of Birth Of The Cool, a foundational work that redefined the sound of jazz. This seminal Miles Davis vinyl record captures the cool, sophisticated mood of a pivotal era, inviting a deep listen into its intricate arrangements.
About the Album
Recorded across sessions in 1949 and 1950, the material on Birth Of The Cool marked a deliberate departure from the frenetic energy of bebop, pioneering a more relaxed, nuanced approach. Though initially released as singles, these recordings were compiled into an influential LP in 1957, cementing their place in the Miles Davis discography and shaping the trajectory of modern jazz.
The Vinyl Experience
This limited edition 7" Vinyl Single, pressed on striking red wax, offers a unique tactile and auditory experience. The substantial 180-gram weight ensures a stable platter spin and a rich, warm analog sound as the needle drops into these historic grooves.
- Format: 7" Vinyl Single
- Artist: Miles Davis
- Label: WaxTime In Color
- Genre: Jazz/Bop
- Perfect For: Audiophiles, jazz connoisseurs, collectors of seminal recordings
Collector's Note
The innovative instrumentation of the Miles Davis Nonet, featuring unusual additions like the French horn and tuba, lent Birth Of The Cool its distinctive, mellow texture. Few records capture the feeling of post-bebop innovation and sophisticated restraint quite like this one.
Shipping & Delivery
Shipping & Delivery
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• Asia & Europe: 1 - 10 business days (USPS First Class, Priority, FedEx Express)
Archival Packaging
We guarantee safe delivery with industry-leading packaging - no bent LP corners or damaged CDs.
Shipping Rates
US: flat $10 Media Mail, any number of records. Free US shipping on orders over $99. International rates shown at checkout.
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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.