Legacy Recordings
Paul Simon Graceland 25th Anniversary Edition Vinyl
This is the 25th Anniversary vinyl reissue of Paul Simon's iconic album Graceland, pressed on 180g vinyl and mastered from the original analog tapes. It blends pop, rock, and South African musical styles, featuring classics like "You Can Call Me Al" and the title track. The pressing is noted for its clarity and deep bass, though some listeners may find the sound slightly bright compared to the original pressing.
- Category
- Media > Music & Sound Recordings > Records & LPs
- GTIN
886919147216- MPN
LEGACYRECORDINGS-886919147216-GENTLYUSED
Specifications
The 25th anniversary edition of Paul Simon's iconic album Graceland on remastered 180g vinyl, blending pop, rock, and South African musical styles.
180g remastered vinyl; digitally remastered audio; includes classic tracks 'You Can Call Me Al' and 'Graceland'; collector's edition.
- Material
- Vinyl
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- used
- Category
- Media > Music & Sound Recordings > Records & LPs
Additional Attributes
- gently used
- 180g vinyl
- remastered
- 25th anniversary edition
- collector's item
- standard LP format
- pop
- rock
- world music
- iconic album
- classics: You Can Call Me Al, Graceland
Image Analysis
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Album cover with a centered square folk-art style painted tile showing a rider on a horse and uppercase title text 'PAULSIMON GRACELAND' near the top on an off-white background.
OCR: PAULSIMON. GRACELANDoff-white backgroundcentered square painted tilestylized rider figurehorse figurerider holding bowred cloak on rideryellow garment on riderwhite horse bodyblack outline illustrationdistressed worn paint texturethin dark border around tileupper-center title textuppercase spaced letteringserif letterformsminimalist compositionstudio-style flat background- 02high
Studio product shot of a vinyl LP partially pulled from its white cardboard sleeve showing a small square illustration and the text 'PAUL SIMON GRACELAND', with a paper insert card nearby.
OCR: PAUL SIMON GRACELANDvinyl record (grooved black disc)black glossy grooveswhite cardboard outer sleevesmall square color illustration on sleeveprinted album title text on sleevecircular center label on recordpaper insert cardstudio white backgroundsoft even studio lightingsleeve partially open with record exposed
Brand PDP Lookup
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- Legacy Recordings
Graceland: 25th Anniversary Edition (CD/ DVD)
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Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
5 threads · r/vinyl, r/folk, r/MusicAudiophiles and fans widely praise the 25th Anniversary vinyl for its clarity and bass, though some find it digitally clinical and prefer the warmer original.
While many appreciate the remaster's detail and dynamics, a significant minority criticize it for losing the organic feel of the original, leading to a slight positive tilt overall.
Themes
Use Cases
- Critical listening and system testing
- First-time vinyl purchase of the album
Watch Out For
Community Q&A
- Is the 25th Anniversary vinyl better than the original pressing?
- It depends: the reissue has superior clarity and bass control, but some find it less organic. Many recommend owning both.
- Does this reissue use the original analog tapes?
- Yes, remastered from analog by Roy Halee; the pressing quality at RTI is highly regarded.
Compared To
vs Original 1986 US pressing
The reissue is often described as brighter and more detailed, but the original is seen as warmer and more natural sounding.
vs Other 25th Anniversary formats (CD, digital)
The vinyl version is preferred for its analog-like warmth compared to the more clinical CD remaster.
Source Threads
Direct A/B comparison between original and 25th Anniversary pressing reveals mixed preferences
I have both the original US pressing and the 25th Anniversary. The reissue is quieter, with better bass definition and more detail, but the original has a warmer, more cohesive sound. On my system, I slightly prefer the original for long listening sessions, but the 25th is technically superior.
r/vinylView thread →
First-time buyer questions whether to get the 25th Anniversary or an original
Just picked up the 25th Anniversary edition and I'm blown away. The packaging is great, the poster is a nice touch, and the sound is fantastic. Some say the original is better, but for the price, this is a no-brainer. No surface noise on my copy either.
r/vinylView thread →
General appreciation post for Graceland on vinyl, including the reissue
The 25th Anniversary edition is my go-to. It's so clear and dynamic. When I play 'Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes,' the vocal harmonies just float in the room. It's a must-own for any vinyl collection.
r/vinylView thread →
Deep dive into Graceland pressings: 25th Anniversary recommended for sound and value
The 25th is the one to get if you're not a purist. The bass is tighter, the soundstage is wider, and it's pressed beautifully at RTI. I compared it to an early US pressing and a UK original, and the 25th beats them both in terms of clarity. Plus, the bonus tracks download is a nice perk.
r/folkView thread →
General r/Music discussion praises the album's production and recommends the 25th vinyl
I own the 25th Anniversary LP and it's stunning. The production on this album is legendary, and this pressing does it justice. The drums on 'The Boy in the Bubble' hit so hard and clean. A perfect album made even better.
r/MusicView thread →