Albums from Yes and T. Rex are now available on the revived format
Rhino High Fidelity is rewinding the tape to shine a light on the classic era of audiophile listening today with the launch of Reel-to-Reel (R2R), a series reviving the legendary reel-to-reel tape format. Once the gold standard for serious listeners, reel-to-reel delivers studio-quality sound—bringing the master tape experience into your home.
Each Reel-to-Reel title is duplicated in real time from a 1:1 copy of the original flat analog master tape, faithfully reflecting the source. The result is a master-quality listening experience that captures the full dynamics of the recording without the surface noise or groove wear of vinyl. Produced to the IEC standard on premium RTM LPR90 tape stock and housed on 10.5-inch reels, these 15 i.p.s. Half-track quarter-inch reel-to-reel tapes releases are designed for exceptional longevity when stored in a cool, clean place away from magnetic fields.
The series launches with two landmark 1971 titles: T. Rex’s Electric Warrior and Yes’ The Yes Album. Each release in the series will be limited to 500 copies worldwide and available exclusively at Rhino.com for $299.98, or a bundle of both titles for $569.98.
Widely considered Marc Bolan’s defining work, Electric Warrior introduced T. Rex’s glam-rock swagger to the world with hits like “Get It On” and “Jeepster.” The album topped the U.K. charts, became a touchstone of the glam era, and remains a high point of Bolan’s legacy. Electric Warrior will also be released as a Rhino High Fidelity vinyl pressing this December, with two seven-inch singles available to bundle.
The Yes Album marked the band’s breakthrough as guitarist Steve Howe joined, and the group embraced a more expansive sound. Featuring classics like “Yours Is No Disgrace” and “I’ve Seen All Good People,” the album set Yes on the path to becoming one of the world’s most influential and successful progressive rock bands.
Reel-to-Reel builds on Rhino High Fidelity’s dedication to premium sound, pairing essential albums with the unrivaled warmth of reel-to-reel. Celebrating the enduring appeal of analog sound, the series offers collectors a format that preserves music exactly as it was meant to be heard.
