The Cannonball Adderley Quintet – In Chicago (Mercury SR 60134)

Rare 1960 Original Stereo Pressing – Deep Groove & MS5 Matrix

At Blue Station Jazz, we provide "Reference Grade" vinyl—audited on high-performance equipment to ensure the audio meets the demands of serious collectors. This is not a reissue; it is the authentic 1960 stereo original.

The "Sikora/DS Audio" Audit:

This record has been professionally verified on a J. Sikora Standard Max turntable with a DS Audio optical cartridge.

• Surface Quietness and Playback - EX. . While typical of 1960 vinyl, any minor surface noise is negligible and does not interfere with the recording.
• Sonic Fidelity and Mastering - A- This early Mercury stereo pressing is incredibly dynamic and very transparent. Very good room-filling soundstage. Excellent deep soundstage.
• Jacket Condition: Graded VG. Please note slight wear on all corners, ring wear on the back cover, and a red stain/stamp on the back cover.

Technical Markers (Deadwax):

• Matrix: SR 60134-A-MS5 / SR 60134-B-MS5

• Stampers: Features the "F" (or FF) inscription and the MS5 lacquer designation—the earliest successful technical run for this release.

• Pressing: Authentic Deep Groove (DG) label, characteristic of the 1960 first-year production.

The Station Audit Process:

• Ultra-Sonic Deep Cleaned: Processed through our 6-minute deep-cleaning cycle to ensure the highest possible fidelity.

• Archival Upgrades: Shipped in a new anti-static rice paper inner sleeve and a 3mil crystal-clear outer sleeve.

Summary: A museum-grade example of the Miles Davis band (sans Miles) at the height of their power. Verified for performance and professionally cleaned for the discerning audiophile collector.