{"product_id":"leslie-cheung-張國榮","title":"Sell LESLIE CHEUNG - Leslie Cheung (CD-03-1040 01\/Made by Toshiba,Japan)","description":"\u003cp \u003eFor veteran audiophiles and physical record collectors,physical records from the Hong Kong pop music scene of the 1980s are undoubtedly a microcosm of the golden age. This \"Leslie Cheung\" album,cataloged as \"CD-03-1040 01\" (often referred to as \"Admiration\" or \"The Past\" by its hit songs),is one of Leslie Cheung's pinnacle works in his musical career. Its special status as \"Made by Toshiba Japan\" gives it extremely high premium potential and appreciation value in today's second-hand record market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 \u003eWhy are \"Toshiba Japan\" CDs so highly sought after. \u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp \u003eIn the mid-1980s,local CD pressing plants in Hong Kong were not yet widespread. Many top singers' first CD albums had to be sent to Japan for pressing. Among them,\"Toshiba Japan\" pressing plants were renowned for their stringent quality control and unique mastering technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp \u003eCompared to later local pressings or reissues,the indicator for identifying a Toshiba Japan CD lies in its sound quality: high sound density,wide dynamic range,warm vocals,and a very strong analog sound. For HiFi audiophiles who pursue the ultimate listening experience,this offers an auditory pleasure that modern digitally remastered versions cannot replace. This is also why prices for such early Chinese pop music CD collections have been rising year after year,making them the most coveted targets for high-priced second-hand vinyl and CD buying platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 \u003eVersion Identification and Professional Specification Reference Table\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp \u003eTo help collectors and music lovers better understand the uniqueness of this version,below are the core professional data for this Toshiba CD. If you have a similar collectible,you can refer to the following details for an initial assessment:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 9.02527%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssessment Dimension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7256%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Information and Identification Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 52.3466%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImpact on Collector's Market\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 9.02527%;\"\u003e\u003cspan \u003e\u003cb\u003eRecord Label\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7256%;\"\u003e\u003cspan \u003eCapital Artists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 52.3466%;\"\u003e\u003cspan \u003eCheung's most representative early label,original copyright value is extremely high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 9.02527%;\"\u003e\u003cspan \u003e\u003cb\u003ePressing Origin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7256%;\"\u003e\u003cspan \u003eToshiba EMI Japan pressing plant (Made in Japan)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 52.3466%;\"\u003e\u003cspan \u003eQuality assurance of the first pressing,core source of value for Hong Kong first edition CDs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 9.02527%;\"\u003e\u003cspan \u003e\u003cb\u003eInner Ring Code Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7256%;\"\u003e\u003cspan \u003eCD inner ring typically engraved with \"TO\" or specific leaderless codes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 52.3466%;\"\u003e\u003cspan \u003eCrucial for determining if it's a true \"first pressing,\" decisive factor in old record valuation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 9.02527%;\"\u003e\u003cspan \u003e\u003cb\u003eSound Characteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7256%;\"\u003e\u003cspan \u003eNo obvious background noise,full bass,mellow and non-harsh treble\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 52.3466%;\"\u003e\u003cspan \u003ePerfectly suited for testing high-end HiFi audio systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 9.02527%;\"\u003e\u003cspan \u003e\u003cb\u003ePackaging Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 37.7256%;\"\u003e\u003cspan \u003eEarly thick case packaging,includes original Japanese OBI strip (if preserved)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 52.3466%;\"\u003e\u003cspan \u003eCopies with complete OBI strips will double in resale price for Leslie Cheung vinyl records and CDs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3 \u003eMemories of an Era: The Out-of-Print Echo of \"The Past\" and \"Who Can Resonate\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp \u003eThe tracks included in this album are all textbook-level works of Hong Kong pop music. Among them,\"The Past,\" as the theme song of the movie \"A Better Tomorrow,\" has long transcended the boundaries of pop songs,becoming a sonic totem of the golden age of Hong Kong cinema. \"Who Can Resonate\" was also a foundational work that earned Leslie Cheung the \"Top Ten Gold Songs Gold Award\" from TVB.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp \u003eAfter so many years,out-of-print Leslie Cheung \"The Past\" CDs in good condition are becoming increasingly rare. The preservation status of the disc surface,whether the lyric booklet has yellowed or has water stains,and whether there are playback hiccups,all affect its actual collection valuation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 \u003e9Box Music Professional Tip: How to preserve and evaluate your precious old records. \u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp \u003eWe understand that every old record carries a unique memory. If you are considering organizing your vinyl records or cassette tapes at home,or want to know the current market value of your \"Toshiba Japan\" Leslie Cheung CD,we recommend following these points:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\u003cli \u003e\u003cb\u003eAvoid strong light and moisture\u003c\/b\u003e: Store CDs in a cool,dry place to prevent fading of the sleeve or oxidation of the disc coating.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli \u003e\u003cb\u003eDo not wipe arbitrarily\u003c\/b\u003e: If there is dust on the disc surface,use a professional CD cleaning cloth to gently wipe from the center outwards in a radial motion. Do not wipe in circles to avoid scratching the read tracks.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli \u003e\u003cb\u003eSeek professional appraisal\u003c\/b\u003e: The second-hand record market is complex,and prices can vary greatly between different pressings. 9Box Music offers transparent and professional high-cash recycling services for audio HiFi and records. We are familiar with the characteristics of various early pressings,ensuring a fair price. \u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe Buy Vinyl Records | We Buy CDs | Old Record Recycling | High-Cash Recycling for Hi-Fi audio - 9Box Music \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #ff2a00;\" href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send\/?phone=85269043974\" title=\"9Box Music Buys Vinyl Records\/Recycles CD Records\/Buys Old Records\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhatsApp: 69043974\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #ff2a00;\" title=\"9Box Music Phone Link\" href=\"Tel: +85269043974\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTel: 852-69043974\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeChat: YHT62586716\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e------------------------------\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlbum Tracklist\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e01. Admiration\u003cbr\u003e02. Mystify Me\u003cbr\u003e03. When Love Is Deep (Theme song for RTHK radio drama \"Clouds Above,Clouds Above\")\u003cbr\u003e04. The Invisible Man\u003cbr\u003e05. The Past (Theme song for the movie \"A Better Tomorrow\")\u003cbr\u003e06. Choices of Love\u003cbr\u003e07. Who Can Resonate\u003cbr\u003e08. Edge of Fire\u003cbr\u003e09. Love's Fire\u003cbr\u003e10. Crazy Rock\u003cbr\u003e11. 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