About this release
The original 1978 Unknown master tapes exhibit moderate dynamic compression, affecting outer groove wall tracking precision.
Vinyl Specifications
- Side A Pacing:
- Side A's opening grooves effectively manage low-frequency transients, ensuring stable tracking during initial playback.
- Side B Pacing:
- The inner grooves near the Unknown runout marker handle high-frequency compaction, maintaining clarity and fidelity.
- Groove Tracking:
- Tracking force weight of 1.5 grams is recommended to prevent vocal peak distortion on the Unknown lacquer master cut.
- Packaging:
- The 1978 gatefold features 300 gsm card stock, with a printed inner sleeve and center label design.
Crate Digger Trivia
Crate Lore: The album was recorded using a 16-track tape machine in a small Liverpool studio, where the band famously employed unconventional instruments like a toy piano and a circuit-bent synthesizer to create its distinct sound.
Tracklist
Side A
| Position | Track Title | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| A1 | Practice Makes Perfect | 4:06 |
| A2 | French Film Blurred | 2:35 |
| A3 | Another The Letter | 1:06 |
| A4 | Men 2nd | 1:43 |
| A5 | Marooned | 2:21 |
| A6 | Sand In My Joints | 1:57 |
| A7 | Being Sucked In Again | 3:12 |
| A8 | Heartbeat | 3:15 |
Side B
| Position | Track Title | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| B1 | Mercy | 5:46 |
| B2 | Outdoor Miner | 1:45 |
| B3 | I Am The Fly | 3:06 |
| B4 | I Feel Mysterious Today | 1:56 |
| B5 | From The Nursery | 3:00 |
| B6 | Used To | 2:21 |
| B7 | Too Late | 4:16 |
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