Dire Straits - Communique (Numbered 180g 45RPM Vinyl 2LP)

Experience Dire Straits’ most underrated album, Communiqué, in breathtaking clarity with Mobile Fidelity’s numbered-edition 180g 45RPM 2LP set. Sourced from the original master tapes and meticulously pressed at Fidelity Record Pressing in California, this definitive reissue unveils the album’s smooth grooves, relaxed vibe, and technical perfectionism with unmatched detail, depth, and balance.

Recorded in the Bahamas with legendary Muscle Shoals producers Barry Beckett and Jerry Wexler, Communiqué refines the signature bluesy storytelling, swampy rhythms, and fluid guitar work that made Mark Knopfler and company icons of effortless rock craftsmanship. From the moody introspection of "Where Do You Think You're Going" to the sophisticated simplicity of "Lady Writer", this edition elevates every note, nuance, and texture like never before.

With expansive soundstaging, pinpoint-accurate tones, and deep, three-dimensional imaging, this Mobile Fidelity pressing transforms Communiqué into a sonic experience unlike any other, reaffirming its status as one of the best-sounding rock records ever made.

Specifications:

• Format: Numbered-Edition 180g 45RPM 2LP Set
• Mastering: From original 1/4" / 15 IPS analog master tapes
• Process: DSD 256 to analog console to lathe
• Vinyl: High-quality pressing at Fidelity Record Pressing (FDR)
• Packaging: Deluxe gatefold sleeve with original artwork and liner notes
• Sound Quality: Unparalleled warmth, clarity, and instrumental separation

Tracklist:

1. Once Upon a Time in the West
2. News
3. Where Do You Think You're Going?
4. Communique
5. Lady Writer
6. Angel of Mercy
7. Portobello Belle
8. Single-Handed Sailor
9. Follow Me Home