Mikehump

Always like Gene Chandlers original of "If you can't be true" Chicago classic (1964) Completely superseded by Marva Lee's cover a year later. Not only brilliant but has the best bass-line opening riff ever. Mike

Mmmmm... I collect soul, northern soul, R&B and 60's girl singers. For me this is definitely in the latter category. That isn't so say its a bad record (a bit formulaic IMHO), but it sure ain't northern. Mike

Cheers, I'll have a look. Mike

I wasn't going to bother but Glad I changed my mind. For me, it did show a broader side to his performing skills overall enjoyed it. The sound quality was appalling - not surprised the TV listing came with a warning. Is there a better quality recording out there? He was backed by a pretty big band and backing singers. Anyone know anything about them and who did the musical arrangement> Mike Hump

Just read the news that a true legend has passed away. Reading down the tributes says it all. I was thinking of mentioning a tune but each post above was inspiring, as I got to each one I thought, "that's a good tune" (didn't need to play them) same with the next and so on. An exceptional performer - RIP Chuck Jackson. Hump

Many thanks Benji always good when get an endorsement so thanks to Chalky and Pigeon Thing. Looks like a simple and economical option, plus the Audacity software seems to be sound. Thanks for the comments and recommendation. Mike

Hi Dave That's an interesting alternative that I've not considered. I'll do a bit of product research. Thanks Mike

Hello Simon Thanks for the response. The old Creative Platinum went when the PC was changed With Windows 10. I have Creative speakers on the PC and updated Media Source software came with them, Media Source is no longer supported for Windows 10. I bought an external sound card from Maplin (unbranded) has been fine so far but way short of Creative. I reckon I've probably got to start again - I was just wondering if there was an option for going backwards to a simple set up without Windows 10 using an alternative compatible software product (probably ditching the external sound card). If so, which software. I take your point about software not being the sole answer. Mike

Ever since I started recording vinyl to MP3 I've used Creative software originally with a Soundblaster Platinum card. Hassle free and would often get comments about good sound quality of my recordings. My set up Sony turntable Super legato linear amp External sound card PC=Dell Optiplex 9020 with standard sound card (8mb RAM) Windows 10 pro All pretty standard and give good performance without being audiophile quality. Problem: Creative have stopped supporting Window's 10, gradually the system has become a nightmare to operate and no longer records. Want to change software for managing Tunes, recording and ripping from. Would like to retain "what you hear" facility. Any techies out there with a view on the best way forward. Mike

Well, I lifted it off of YouTube so it could easily be a homemade - I hadn't noticed but "Withcraft" is spelt incorrectly.

Thanks a a very nice thing to own. Have to wonder who, of the many possible greats, handled that disc. I have a listen and compare to the CD cut that just arrived. I wonder who has the acetate below? Mike

Hello Wiggy That's an interesting looking object. Curious to know what the sound quality is like and what part of the cut is different. Could you do a clip? Mike

I've weakened Tony. Don't buy many CD's but I've made an exception. Mike

Kirsty Definitely better - you are right. Probably get a telling off for pitching up but there are a few tunes that get that treatment. I seem to remember the Voodoo Working was usually pithed up (could have been +5). Thanks for the clip. Mike

Thanks for the comments. With the Mickey Stevenson connection its would hit the spot as an Anniversary single. I was hoping for a freebie or other low volume press but I gues I#ll have to make do with a CD. Cheers Mike