Close To You dbx disc

[Jeff]

Today I picked up this CTY lp that is labeled with a Full Dynamic Range Recording dbx disc use only with dbx disc decoder sticker. Inside is also written dbx encoded disc on the album. This was a new one to me. I briefly looked online while at the store and discovered that this noise reduction system was used on specific recordings. Used heavier vinyl and not many made. They began in '73 and going until '80 something and were sold for tip top prices. At present that's all I had time for. Curious thing is I don't believe I've heard mention of CTY and dbx at the forum. This caution "Use only with dbx disc decoder" puzzles me. I'm certain many of my audiophile friends here can enlighten me. Care to give it a go?

 

[Harry]

It's been mentioned before. I believe our Rudy may have a dbx disc or two, possibly even a decoder. Unfortunately, the word "dbx" is too small for the search engine. Using Google Search I found this:

http://www.amcorner.com/forum/threads/the-official-review-close-to-you-sp-4271.11928/#post-107821

Harry

 

[Vinylalbumcovers]

I have a DBX decider and a few discs. Don't remember which decoder as I'm out of town. The concept was intended to do for LP's what Dolby tried unsuccessfully to do for cassettes. It failed quickly and there are still some LP's and decoders out there on the used market.

Ed