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[TheSpaceBetween]

I do not understand the Drukqs hate in this thread but thank god for this new album. Exactly what electronic music needed. My ears couldn't be happier.

Me either. It is easily one of the most unique albums I've ever heard and is one of my favorite albums of all time... His best overall work imo.

 

[andylsun]

Track 3: "produk 29 [101]"..... haven't heard bass extension like that in ages. My Outlaw Audio LFM-1 EX is rattling the house to pieces.

Yep, there's a lot going on low. Not going to play this in my car as it won't do it justice.

Good headphones or a good system really needed.

Edit: Really enjoyed my first full playthrough. It progresses really nicely.

 

[AcridMeat]

Track 3: "produk 29 [101]"..... haven't heard bass extension like that in ages. My Outlaw Audio LFM-1 EX is rattling the house to pieces.

Yeah I had to turn the bass in my car down a bit because I was missing other parts.

 

[swordfishtrombones]

Yeah I had to turn the bass in my car down a bit because I was missing other parts.

The "whoomppffffs" in the outro when the drums have stopped (4:45-5:00) are giving my HE-560s are serious workout.

 

[Sullichin]

So, the sample in CIRCLONT6A (Syrobonkus Mix) and Fz pseudotimestretch+e+3
I think it's saying "KATHY ALWAYS SAID". You guys hear that?

 

[Nokterian]

Track 3: "produk 29 [101]"..... haven't heard bass extension like that in ages. My Outlaw Audio LFM-1 EX is rattling the house to pieces.

For sure man, i have a new soundcard in my pc and that bass pumping like no tommorow i have missed this in a long time.

 

[krYlon]

So, the sample in CIRCLONT6A (Syrobonkus Mix) and Fz pseudotimestretch+e+3
I think it's saying "KATHY ALWAYS SAID". You guys hear that?

Casio SZ

Yours is more interesting though

 

[Sullichin]

Casio SZ

Yours is more interesting though

Oh damn, I hear the "Zed" now lol

 

[Son of Sam]

That halfway mark in Circlont6a when shit gets real.

I imagine just floating in space looking at a black hole devouring planets.

I need more of that shit. He can jam when he wants, can't he?

 

[Deleted member 102362]

Hey, if you guys want a lossless (24 bit wav, flac, or alac) copy of the Japanese bonus track (MARCHROMT30A edit 2b 96 [104.98]), you can grab the individual track from here. They sell internationally.

 

[fierrotlepou]

Ahhh, produk 29 is such a great track. Mmmmmm.

 

[Rich!]

with the obvious exceptions of SAWII and Analord, this is the most consistent sounding album under the aphex/afx moniker

I was expecting something thematically all over the place like Drukqs or RDJ album (not a bad thing) but this is a lot more cohesive which works brilliantly. its really gotta be listened to in one sitting though

 

[cramoss]

s950tx16wasr10 is the shit

Love the album

 

[AcridMeat]

s950tx16wasr10 is the shit

Love the album

Was just about to post about this track. Listening to it in my car this track took over. Really awesome.

 

[andylsun]

Got the house to myself.

Cranked the stereo and sub and played

Syro u473t8+e

Oh yes. Yes indeed.

 

[krYlon]

Oh damn, I hear the "Zed" now lol

Oh, actually it could be Casio FZ considering the track title lol

Edit: and its on the gear list/chart

 

[postcyberpunk]

great fucking album... and 180db is great. why all the hate here?

 

[AcridMeat]

I wish fz pseudotimestretch was run with a bit more. Can tell there is a cool beat wanting to come out of that.

 

[Courage]

Fantano gave it a 6

 

[Anung]

Vinyl arrived this morning! Not listened to it yet but I'm super excited.

 

[Helmholtz]

Fantano gave it a 6

I stopped watching this guy's videos because I started to realize that he low-scored every album I was really into and I was constantly at odds with his opinions. I know music is subjective, but I realized there's no point in me putting any stock in his reviews if my tastes just don't line up with his at all. Basically it wouldn't be easy for me to discover new music I would like based on his videos.
For me Syro is easily an 8/10 minimum.
People can say what they want about Pitchfork, but I've found their "best new music" designated albums are quality more often than not.

 

[AcridMeat]

Last night I was driving home pretty late, light traffic and stars out. PAPAT4 came on and it blew me away in that context. It may be my favorite song on the album now.

 

[CapitalismSucks DonkeyBalls]

This album grew on me so damn quick. I have a middling system in my car, but this album is still so good. All the little things that are happening at once while still retaining a melody is really amazing.

I have about 4 favorites right now, but the album as a whole is damn good. Surprised no one is giving XMAS a lot of love; that song is like a suite.

 

[RSTEIN]

Surprised no one is giving XMAS a lot of love; that song is like a suite.

There are no real "OMG XMAS!" reactions because it's an old track. I think most people are really submersing themselves into the new tracks like the circlons.

XMAS EVE is a masterpiece. Just truly incredible. Near the top of all of RDJ's work, if not all of electronic music produced so far.

 

[Rich!]

fuck MP3 anyhow, bought the CD edition today. FLAC'd that bitch up

so good

 

[Azulsky]

The bass on Produk 29 and 180db. My cans are vibrating craaazy.

Cannot wait to try on new headphones coming soon.

 

[Waveset]

On first listen, I'm left with the feeling that this is middle of the road Aphex. However, I'm ready to listen to this repeatedly over the coming weeks and see where I end up with it.

Dissapointed by the lack of mental, head fuck Aphex Acid and that it's not music from 20 years in the future. But as always it's perfectly produced, constructed and arranged, there is lots to like here, I just need to leave my predjudice behind.

Thought I'd quote myself for context.
After many more listens in different circumstances/ environments I think it's a great album, hearing new stuff on each listen and it's up there with Druqks.

 

[krYlon]

Part 1 of an absolutely mammoth interview:
http://noyzelab.blogspot.co.uk/2014/11/syrobonkers-part1.html

He also has a soundcloud page up now:
https://soundcloud.com/richarddjames

 

[Deleted member 102362]

Part 1 of an absolutely mammoth interview:
http://noyzelab.blogspot.co.uk/2014/11/syrobonkers-part1.html

He also has a soundcloud page up now:
https://soundcloud.com/richarddjames

So now he can smell his own brain. Very good, very good.

 

[collige]

Part 1 of an absolutely mammoth interview:
http://noyzelab.blogspot.co.uk/2014/11/syrobonkers-part1.html

He also has a soundcloud page up now:
https://soundcloud.com/richarddjames

Sad to see that Rephlex is dead. I guess this means I'll never be able to get a complete collection of Analord ;(

 

[amnesiac]

You have no excuse for not grabbing the vinyl for $10.48 on Amazon right now.