McIntosh Laboratory, Inc., a decades-old home audio company, has announced the release of SESSIONS Volume 1, a jazz album featuring eight original compositions by The Peter Erskine Quartet.
Produced with the mastering studio Sterling Sound, this collaboration results in an album worthy of true audiophiles, the N.Y.-based manufacturer boasts— McIntosh customers—with the goal of creating the best sounding record possible, while retaining the artistry and passion from the studio session.
Recorded live at Studio A at the Henson Recording Studio in Los Angeles and mastered at Sterling Sound in Nashville, McIntosh SESSIONS Volume 1 is an album crafted with attention to every detail in pursuit of sonic excellence. Recorded and mastered on analog tape, recording is an audiophile high-fidelity vinyl listening experience, transporting audiences into the studio to hear The Peter Erskine Quartet’s performance.
“This reference-level analog recording lets audiences discover the brilliance of vinyl, making it the perfect medium to coincide with McIntosh’s 75th anniversary this year,” says McIntosh president Charlie Randall. “Each SESSIONS album will be produced and mixed to capture the essence of live music with the premium sound quality McIntosh is known for – and Volume 1 with The Peter Erskine Quartet is no exception. We’re delighted to have worked with such a well-respected and talented group, along with industry leader Sterling Sound, to introduce original compositions recorded exclusively for the album.”
According to McIntosh, after playing together for decades, drummer Peter Erskine, pianist Alan Pasqua and bassist Darek Oles find themselves at the top of their game with a 2022 Grammy nomination for their “Live In Italy” recording. McIntosh SESSIONS Volume 1 marks the addition of saxophonist Bob Mintzer, a composer, arranger, and founding member of the Yellowjackets, to transform the trio into a quartet.
“We’re thrilled to partner with McIntosh on the release of SESSIONS Volume 1,” comments Murat Aktar, president, Sterling Sound and McIntosh SESSIONS Co-Producer. “Bringing together two leaders in the audio category – from equipment to mastering – this album is the ultimate example of how live recordings can translate into authentic at-home listening experiences.”
ADDITIONAL ALBUM FEATURES:
- AAA production
- HQ-180 Gram Premium Vinyl Pressing by RTI
- Includes 12-inch 33-1/3 RPM LP with all 8 songs plus 12-inch 45 RPM EP with four of the eight songs
- Packaged in an Old Style Tip-On Gatefold Jacket from Stoughton Printing
