16 Bit / 44.1 kHz
All tracks Mono
All of these mixes are officially unavailable on CD.
Source: UK Decca LK4852 (Side 1: XARL 7644 6A / Side 2: XARL 7645 6A)
Produced by Prof. Stoned
Prof. says:
BtB is somewhat of an overlooked album amongst the Stones 60's catalogue and also one that has been somewhat dismissed by the band themselves, especially Mick Jagger.
The mono version is rougher. The mixing is less precise but it ROCKS, whereas the stereo mix tends to be too neat and just not cohesive enough with its wide panorama. Like the mono version of its successor, the mono mix of BTB has the vocals less upfront and focuses more on the beat (listen to 'My Obsession' and 'Please Go Home'). Another thing that sticks out on the mono mix is the extra chorus at the end of 'Yesterday's Papers'.
In comparing these with the UK pressing, I found that the US London (which has a different track configuration) has signficantly more low-end and somewhat less high-mids and highs. It also sounds a tad more compressed. Some people prefer this pressing, but when you compare a track like 'She Smiled Sweetly', you'll hear why the UK gets the nod: Mick's voice sounds like he's right there with you in the room, while on the US he sounds muffled. The Dutch version is quite alright but it doesn't sparkle like the UK LP and also seems to have a bit less low-end.