The FOUR Tortured Poets Department Variants!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 มิ.ย. 2024
- Dive into the enchanting world of Taylor Swift's latest album, "The Tortured Poets Department," as we unbox all four unique variants. Join me as I reveal each edition's distinctive packaging and design, ensuring Swifties and vinyl collectors alike get an in-depth look at these collectible items.
🎶 What we're unboxing:
• The Black Dog: Delve into the dark and introspective themes of this variant with unique artwork that echoes the album's deep emotional currents.
• The Manuscript: Explore the creative process behind Taylor's songwriting with this variant featuring facsimiles of handwritten lyrics and notes.
• The Albatross: Uncover the symbolic representation of burden and soaring freedom reflected in both the music and this variant's artwork.
• The Bolter: Experience the edgy and unexpected twists in Taylor's musical journey, visually represented in this bold packaging design.
🔍 Why tune in?
• Exclusive Content: Get a first look at the exclusive content and special features included in each variant.
• Packaging Details: Appreciate the intricate details in the packaging that reflect the thematic elements of the album.
• Collector's Insight: Perfect for collectors looking to understand the nuances that make each variant unique and collectible.
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Share your favorite variant, discuss Taylor's evolving artistry, and connect with fellow fans. Your insights enrich our shared passion for Taylor's music.
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📅 Upcoming Video Alert!
Stay tuned for a future video where I'll be ranking each variant of "The Tortured Poets Department" after taking the time to fully experience the music and nuances of each pressing. Find out which version stands out as my personal favorite and why!
📕 Chapters:
00:00 Unboxing
04:06 The Black Dog
09:01 The Manuscript
13:16 The Albatross
17:13 The Bolter
20:03 Final Thoughts
🎶 Until Next Time:
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👀 Check out Target’s Exclusive Phantom Clear variant here!
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I feel The Bolter edition fits the mood of the album more
Unfortunately that’s the one that had the defect for me. I’m waiting on my new record to arrive to give it a spin!
@@VinylLatteI thought your defect was on The Albatross which was the grey vinyl...that's what you showed...The Bolter is beige/tan...
You’re right! My apologies. I’ve only listened to TBD and Manuscript so far, and haven’t touched Bolter or Albatross since the recording. Old brain = bad memory 😉😂
I think the Manuscript has the best vibe (makes sense with it being the main variant) but I think all 4 are very good, it’s hard to decide!
All four are gorgeous! Which Manuscript did you get, the Phantom Clear or the Ghosted White?
I got them alll and two white cassettes so I open one
Nice!
📝 Editors Note: "The Black Dog" variant is *not* pressed on black vinyl, it's more of a dark brown. Sorry for any confusion!
Isn't it described as "Ink Black"?? I wonder what happened there.
@@robertf6409 dried ink is brown
Thanks for clarifying! I preordered that one for that gorgeous cover but mine didn’t arrive yet. I was kinda bummed it was a regular black vinyl.
@@robertf6409 🤷
@@juniorcasemiro you’re welcome! I could have swore it was standard black when I looked at it the first time with y’all. 🤦
I got the black dog, because i liked the color schemes
Great choice! Love the colors on that one!
Now i want all the variants, i hope she does this on her future variant release on her next record so that its worth it to get all the variants for those collectors
😂 I know what you mean! Each album’s packaging is beautiful and unique. I’ve been really enjoying going through them all, feels like endless content. Which one did you get?
I'm getting all 4 deluxe CDs...got 2 from the Taylor store during the limited windows...Albatross & Bolter...the other two I bought from an eBay seller...the Manuscript cuz I didn't realize it was what it was until they all started getting released one by one...and the Black Dog I missed the window cuz I was on a music cruise & no WiFi during that window & missed it...
Awesome! You’ll have the complete set which is cool! I hope you enjoy all of them!
I preordered the manuscript on the day it was announced and i also was lucky enough to get a signed copy. the signed copies were all the manuscript, so now I have two of that. I really wish i had the black dog, its become one of my favorite songs
That’s awesome! I missed on the signed copy 🤦 I never received the email and only saw it on Reddit a day later. The Black Dog is amazing. I hope you end up finding one 🤞
Thank you so much for this! I had already purchased the bolter and feel confident in my choice after seeing this flip through
I’m so glad the video was helpful! The Bolter was a great choice! Thanks so much for watching, enjoy the music!
Quite the collection you got back there!
Thank you kindly! In the process of reorganizing to make some room 😉
Awesome! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching!
Love this album very much! Thank you for sharing the records!!❤
Thank you so much for your kind comments! I’m glad you enjoyed the video. Which variant(s) did you get?
@@VinylLatte For now, none of them, but I’m searching for The Black dog variant!!
Check out experiencevinyl.com/products/swift-taylor-tortured-poets-department-602458933321 😉
I picked up the Target edition and the clear is beautiful but I wish I ordered the Black Dog variant just to hear that song on my turntable as it’s become one of my favorite songs.
So happy hearing that you are enjoying the Target variant. The Black Dog is beautiful. Perhaps you’ll find one and add it to your collection!
Released a new video comparing the Target Clear Edition to the other variants:
th-cam.com/video/7rBqZBeuyrU/w-d-xo.html
Great overview! I've got the manuscript edition snd love the white vinyl. What's the best vinyl sleeve to use instead of the paper ones?
Thank you so much! That white vinyl is gorgeous! I highly recommend a poly-lined sleeve. These avoid scratches and eliminate dust and dirt transfer from the paper sleeves. The ones I use are these: amzn.to/4aMNhJb
@@VinylLatte it really is! I've not got a white one so knew I had to get it :) thanks so much for the link, I'm new to vinyl collecting and want to keep them safe
Welcome to the community! I think you’ll really love collecting records, especially being a Swift fan. She comes out with some cool releases. I plan to do a “101 for new collectors” series in the near future. Perhaps keep an eye out for that one 😉 Anyway, enjoy the music!
These are amazing
They absolutely are!
If you compare the Black Dog variant to a true black record is it actually black or is it a darker brown like some people are saying? We haven't gotten any of the variants but the Manuscript in Canada so trying to decide which one I want to grab!
Yes! You are correct! I plan to address this oversight on my follow up video, but Black Dog is actually a dark brown colored vinyl. It almost looks like they took the standard black color and added a brown pigment. So, yes, it’s not standard black. I misspoke in the video 👍
Hi! What outer sleeves do you use/would you recommend to protect the vinyl?
Hi! There’s two different sleeves I use on my records, inner and outer. The inner sleeve protect the record from scratch and dust, the outer sleeve protects the cover.
Both products I use can be purchased on Amazon.
Inner: amzn.to/3w4Wi1h
Outer: amzn.to/4aSxLf4
For TTPD, I ended up sliding the outers on sideways, starting on the side where the gatefold opens with the top of the sleeve resting at the spine of the cover. This leaves the spine uncovered, but keeps the face of the cover protected without putting too much pressure (squeeze) on the album.
I hope that makes sense. Please let me know if you need any help.
i have the manuscript variang but i wish i had the bolter 😭 im still happy tho :)
Hey there! Since you’ve mentioned that some of the editions were thicker than the others, did you notice if they were all pressed at the same place?
There’s three pressings that I know of: German, French and Mexican.
According to some people, it seems like the german pressings are the superior ones.
Hello! I believe all the records I received were pressed in Mexico. I'll double-check for the follow-up video where I'll discuss not only how they sound but also rank them from my favorite to least favorite.
I apologize for not being clear on the video. The thickness issue seems related to the way the inner booklet is bound. It's not that the booklet is larger or uses thicker paper; rather, it seems the binding method with the gatefold causes two of them to not close as flat, resulting in a thicker overall package.
All the records are 180 grams. I hope this helps! 👍
@@VinylLatte ooohhh, great to know they’re 180gr! I’m very excited for mine to arrive! 🖤
I hope you love it!
I'm getting the 4 deluxe edition CDs, which weirdly are packaged in those fatboy double CD cases...why?? Because each come with an envelope of unique stuff to each edition...a patch, a magnet, a set of 4 cards in its own envelope & metal bookmark also in its own sealed envelope...as well as a CD booklet with lyrics, photos & fonts...the one vinyl variant I bought was the exclusive Target vinyl, which is the Manuscript edition, BUT instead of the vinyl being white, it's clear...and you do know this is only 20 of the tracks (the regular 16 plus the 4 bonus tracks)...the full album, "The Anthology" if you will, it's 31 tracks!! The other 11 tracks are right now digital only...what I think is going to happen later on is there will be 2 separate releases...the full 31 song collection on either a 2CD or 3LP set, as well as a single CD or vinyl of the remaining 11 songs, for those who bought all 4 deluxe editions...when & if that will happen, no idea, but it should...many people are pi$$ed off they didn't get all 31 tracks with the vinyls and CDs
The CD releases looked amazing! It would be cool to have the Anthology pressed on vinyl, I’d definitely snatch that up. But it may never happen 😥 I’m still waiting for 3AM, and there were lots of rumors that it would get a vinyl release. 🤷 Hopefully there’s more to come! 🤞
Released a new video comparing the Target Clear Edition to the other variants:
th-cam.com/video/7rBqZBeuyrU/w-d-xo.html
Girlfriend received her taylor swift manuscript phamon pressing and manuscript cd today along with her ttpd ring she is getting also the black dog pressing and the bolter pressing and already has aswell the bolter cd + Albatross cd
Yes the taylor swift store does a great job on there packaging
Girlfriend loves fleet wood mac
Girlfriend absolutely loves these editions she can't wait to get the others
I'm happy to hear that your girlfriend is enjoying Taylor's latest! If you enjoyed this one, did a video on the Phantom pressing as well: th-cam.com/video/7rBqZBeuyrU/w-d-xo.html Enjoy the tunes! 🎶
What products do you recomend for cleaning and anti static?
Hi! Taking good care of your records is so essential. I recommend starting with a good brush to remove dust and static. I use this one before every playback, it’s $12: amzn.to/4deAcKf
Another essential is GrooveWasher’s cleaning kit. It’s a trusted brand, won’t leave residue, and the bottle will last you a VERY long time. This will clean more stubborn records without damaging them. It’s more pricey at $45. amzn.to/4d8Oufz
The next level is machine-based cleaning. We can get into them if you’re interested. They start around $125 and go up from there 😬
@@VinylLatte Thank you, this was very helpful! :)
Anytime! Good luck and happy collecting!
Do you have the clear .. the ones released for target i would love to see it
Unfortunately, I did not pick up the Target variant. Perhaps I will before I publish the follow up video 😉🤫
Something just came in… 😉
New video out 😉 th-cam.com/video/7rBqZBeuyrU/w-d-xo.html
I got them all I like the black dog and the manuscript I’m keeping my vinyl Sealed Deluxe CDs and Cassettes and the CDs with posters but my manuscript Poster CD arrived damaged, it was Cracked at the to right hand side at the top I’m waiting for my return label to get a perfect copy asap 🙏🤞❤️
I also got the phantom Clear manuscript bonus vinyl also and beige and silver versions
You picked up quite the collection! Sorry to hear about the jewel case, hopefully they replace it promptly! Which one will become your “listener copy?”
I got two white cassettes
Nice!
I have all 5 signed
Awesome! 🙌
thats not pisslbe unless u saw her in person lmao only manuscript was signed
Oh I meant I got All 5 and 1 signed
Sweet! Wish I didn’t miss that signed release 🤦