Diana Krall and Other Jazz and City Pop Masterpieces to Be Released on “100% Pure LP”

2025年09月17日 (水) 18:00

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Diana Krall and Other Jazz and City Pop Masterpieces to Be Released on “100% Pure LP”



★ Limited Edition of 1,000 Copies with Serial Numbers
★ 45 RPM 2LP Set
★ Uncolored Virgin Vinyl
★ 180g Heavyweight Vinyl
★ Pressed Directly from Metal Master
★ Mastered from a 96kHz/24bit DSD Transfer of the Original US Analog Tape (2018)
★ Includes Obi Strip, Gatefold Coated Jacket, and Special Soft Vinyl Outer Bag
★ Comes with Liner Notes

● The Emperor of the Keyboard, Oscar Peterson, delivers crisp and elegant renditions of standards and bossa nova tunes with his signature beautiful touch and refined phrasing in this 1964 recording. Featuring the audiophile reference track “You Look Good to Me”, this legendary album—renowned for its superb recording by master engineer Bob Simpson—has been revived in a super high-end analog format as part of the “100% Pure LP” series.

● "100% Pure LP" first appeared in 2012. It gained attention as a completely new, high-quality record made in Japan, and became a pioneer of modern high-fidelity vinyl, attracting interest from around the world. One of its key features is the use of uncolored virgin vinyl. Unlike conventional analog records that use carbon and other coloring agents which can affect sound quality, this LP eliminates all such additives. Instead, it uses only pure, straight polyvinyl chloride as its raw material, which significantly improves molding stability.

● Another standout feature is the metal master pressing method. Unlike conventional vinyl production, which uses a metal mother and stamper, this process presses directly from the metal master, allowing for exceptionally accurate groove formation. However, due to lower durability, the number of pressings is strictly limited.

● Of course, even the best vinyl and pressing methods are meaningless without a high-quality source. For this release, a 96kHz/24bit WAV file was created from the original US analog master tape. Mastering was done with minimal processing to preserve freshness and dynamic range, aiming for a natural and faithful sound reproduction.

● Additionally, this release uses 45 RPM instead of the standard 33 RPM. Though this reduces the amount of music per side and requires a 2LP format, it allows for wider grooves and faster rotation, enhancing stability and delivering superior detail and volume.

● By meticulously refining every step—from source material to vinyl composition and pressing—the “100% Pure LP” series brings out the full potential of analog records. The result is a sound that is fresh and elegant, retaining the warmth and punch of analog while eliminating any muddiness or distortion. Truly, a pure and clear listening experience.

Oscar Peterson Trio『We Get Requests (100% Pure LP)』
Release Date:2025.12.19(fri.)
Catalogue Number:PROZ-7917/8
Format:100% Pure LP / 2LP / 180g Heavyweight Vinyl


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We Get Requests (100% Pure LP)

Vinyl

We Get Requests (100% Pure LP)

Oscar Peterson

Price (tax incl.): ¥13,200

Release Date: 19 Dec 2025





★ Limited Edition of 1,000 Copies with Serial Numbers
★ 45 RPM 2LP Set
★ Uncolored Virgin Vinyl
★ 180g Heavyweight Vinyl
★ Pressed Directly from Metal Master
★ Latest 96kHz/24bit Master Transferred from Original US Analog Tape
★ Includes Obi Strip, Gatefold Coated Jacket, and Special Soft Vinyl Outer Bag
★ Includes Lyrics, Japanese Translations, and Liner Notes

● Diana Krall’s bestselling 2001 album, her first collaboration with legendary arranger Claus Ogerman, makes its long-awaited return in the ultra high-end “100% Pure LP” analog format. Backed by tasteful performances from top-tier musicians and lush orchestral strings, Krall delivers exquisite renditions of standards with her signature smoky voice in this superb vocal album.

● "100% Pure LP" first appeared in 2012. It gained attention as a completely new, high-quality record made in Japan, and became a pioneer of modern high-fidelity vinyl, attracting interest from around the world. One of its key features is the use of uncolored virgin vinyl. Unlike conventional analog records that use carbon and other coloring agents which can affect sound quality, this LP eliminates all such additives. Instead, it uses only pure, straight polyvinyl chloride as its raw material, which significantly improves molding stability.

● Another standout feature is the metal master pressing method. Unlike conventional vinyl production, which uses a metal mother and stamper, this process presses directly from the metal master, allowing for exceptionally accurate groove formation. However, due to lower durability, the number of pressings is strictly limited.

● Of course, even the best vinyl and pressing methods are meaningless without a high-quality source. For this release, a 96kHz/24bit WAV file was created from the original US analog master tape. Mastering was done with minimal processing to preserve freshness and dynamic range, aiming for a natural and faithful sound reproduction.

● Additionally, this release uses 45 RPM instead of the standard 33 RPM. Though this reduces the amount of music per side and requires a 2LP format, it allows for wider grooves and faster rotation, enhancing stability and delivering superior detail and volume.

● By meticulously refining every step—from source material to vinyl composition and pressing—the “100% Pure LP” series brings out the full potential of analog records. The result is a sound that is fresh and elegant, retaining the warmth and punch of analog while eliminating any muddiness or distortion. Truly, a pure and clear listening experience.

Diana Krall『The Look of Love (100% Pure LP)』
Release Date:2025.12.19(fri.)
Catalogue Number:PROZ-7919/20
Format:100% Pure LP / 2LP / 180g Heavyweight Vinyl


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The Look of Love (100% Pure LP)

Vinyl

The Look of Love (100% Pure LP)

Diana Krall

Price (tax incl.): ¥13,200

Release Date: 19 Dec 2025





★ Limited Edition of 1,000 Copies with Serial Numbers
★ 45 RPM 2LP Set
★ Uncolored Virgin Vinyl
★ 180g Heavyweight Vinyl
★ Pressed Directly from Metal Master
★ Latest 96kHz/24bit Master Transferred from Original Analog Tape
★ Includes Obi Strip, Gatefold Coated Jacket, and Special Soft Vinyl Outer Bag
★ Includes Lyrics and Liner Notes

●Takako Mamiya’s one and only album, released in 1982, features her exquisitely smooth and ear-pleasing vocals backed by a lineup of seasoned musicians including Kazuo Shiina, Hiroyuki Namba, Yoshihiro Naruse, and Akira Inoue. This miraculous masterpiece of 1980s city pop—whose reputation has grown significantly in recent years—makes its long-awaited return in the ultra high-end “100% Pure LP” analog format!

● "100% Pure LP" first appeared in 2012. It gained attention as a completely new, high-quality record made in Japan, and became a pioneer of modern high-fidelity vinyl, attracting interest from around the world. One of its key features is the use of uncolored virgin vinyl. Unlike conventional analog records that use carbon and other coloring agents which can affect sound quality, this LP eliminates all such additives. Instead, it uses only pure, straight polyvinyl chloride as its raw material, which significantly improves molding stability.

● Another standout feature is the metal master pressing method. Unlike conventional vinyl production, which uses a metal mother and stamper, this process presses directly from the metal master, allowing for exceptionally accurate groove formation. However, due to lower durability, the number of pressings is strictly limited.

● Even with superior vinyl and pressing techniques, high-quality source audio is essential. For this release, the original analog master tape was newly transferred into 96kHz/24bit WAV files, and mastered as flatly as possible to preserve freshness and dynamic range. The result is a natural and faithful reproduction of the original sound.

● Additionally, this release uses 45 RPM instead of the standard 33 RPM. Though this reduces the amount of music per side and requires a 2LP format, it allows for wider grooves and faster rotation, enhancing stability and delivering superior detail and volume.

● By meticulously refining every step—from source material to vinyl composition and pressing—the “100% Pure LP” series brings out the full potential of analog records. The result is a sound that is fresh and elegant, retaining the warmth and punch of analog while eliminating any muddiness or distortion. Truly, a pure and clear listening experience.

Takako Mamiya『LOVE TRIP (100% Pure LP)』
Release Date:2025.12.19(fri.)
Catalogue Number:PROT-7370/1
Format:100% Pure LP / 2LP / 180g Heavyweight Vinyl


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LOVE TRIP (100% Pure LP)

Vinyl

LOVE TRIP (100% Pure LP)

Takako Mamiya

Price (tax incl.): ¥11,000

Release Date: 19 Dec 2025





★ Limited Edition of 1,000 Copies with Serial Numbers
★ 45 RPM 2LP Set
★ Uncolored Virgin Vinyl
★ 180g Heavyweight Vinyl
★ Pressed Directly from Metal Master
★ Latest 96kHz/24bit WAV Master Transferred from the Best Original Analog Tape for Each Track
★ Includes Obi Strip, Gatefold Coated Jacket, and Special Soft Vinyl Outer Bag
★ Includes Lyrics and Liner Notes

●Centered around highly sought-after overseas tracks like the danceable urban groove numbers “Telephone Number” and “I LOVE YOU SO”, this third best-of album by Junko Ohashi also features the powerful ballad “Tasogare”, showcasing her stunning vocal ability, and the duet “Isn't It Magic” with Yoshinori Monta. With the global rise in popularity of city pop in recent years, this compilation has drawn renewed attention—and now makes its long-awaited return in the ultra high-end “100% Pure LP” analog format!

● "100% Pure LP" first appeared in 2012. It gained attention as a completely new, high-quality record made in Japan, and became a pioneer of modern high-fidelity vinyl, attracting interest from around the world. One of its key features is the use of uncolored virgin vinyl. Unlike conventional analog records that use carbon and other coloring agents which can affect sound quality, this LP eliminates all such additives. Instead, it uses only pure, straight polyvinyl chloride as its raw material, which significantly improves molding stability.

● Another standout feature is the metal master pressing method. Unlike conventional vinyl production, which uses a metal mother and stamper, this process presses directly from the metal master, allowing for exceptionally accurate groove formation. However, due to lower durability, the number of pressings is strictly limited.

● Even with superior vinyl and pressing techniques, high-quality source audio is essential. For this release, each track was carefully selected from the best available analog master tapes and transferred into 96kHz/24bit WAV files. Mastering was done as flatly as possible to preserve freshness and dynamic range, resulting in a natural and faithful reproduction of the original sound.

● Additionally, this release uses 45 RPM instead of the standard 33 RPM. Though this reduces the amount of music per side and requires a 2LP format, it allows for wider grooves and faster rotation, enhancing stability and delivering superior detail and volume.

● By meticulously refining every step—from source material to vinyl composition and pressing—the “100% Pure LP” series brings out the full potential of analog records. The result is a sound that is fresh and elegant, retaining the warmth and punch of analog while eliminating any muddiness or distortion. Truly, a pure and clear listening experience.

※To ensure equal playback time across sides A to D, the track order has been changed from the original release.

Junko Ohashi『Magical (100% Pure LP)』
Release Date:2025.12.19(fri.)
Catalogue Number:PROT-7372/3
Format:100% Pure LP / 2LP / 180g Heavyweight Vinyl


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Magical (100% Pure LP)

Vinyl

Magical (100% Pure LP)

Junko Ohashi

Price (tax incl.): ¥11,000

Release Date: 19 Dec 2025



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