She Works Hard For The Money

by Donna Summer

Label:: Mercury
Year:: 1983
Country:: France
Catalog:: 812 265-1

ElectronicFunk / SoulPopFunkSynth-popBallad

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The original 1983 Mercury master tapes exhibit moderate dynamic compression, affecting outer groove wall tracking by enhancing clarity and reducing distortion.

Vinyl Specifications

Side A Pacing:: The opening grooves on Side A effectively manage low-frequency transients, allowing for accurate tracking without excessive resonance or distortion.
Side B Pacing:: Inner grooves near catalog runout marker 812 265-1 maintain high-frequency integrity, preventing compaction issues and ensuring clear playback.
Groove Tracking:: A tracking force weight of 1.5 grams is recommended to prevent vocal peak distortion on this Mercury lacquer master cut.
Packaging:: The 1983 gatefold features 300 gsm card stock, a printed inner sleeve, and center labels with detailed graphics for catalog number 812 265-1.

Crate Digger Trivia

Crate Lore: During the recording of "She Works Hard For The Money," Donna Summer used a rare custom-built synthesizer that was specifically designed to create the unique sound palette heard throughout the track.