Prokofiev/Stravinsky | Lieutenant Kije/Nightingale

At Sterling Sound, Ryan Smith has built a name for himself in vinyl mastering and lacquer cutting. He takes pride in preserving the full richness of the original recording while adapting it to the physical limits of vinyl. His masterings are prized for their balance: the energy of a live concert combined with the precision and warmth of home listening.

QRP reflects the vision of founder Chad Kassem, a true vinyl and hi‑fi enthusiast. Believing that sound quality should always come first, he rebuilt and optimized the plant’s machines to achieve unmatched precision. His philosophy is simple: every record must be the best it can possibly be, even if it takes more time and effort. This obsession with quality has made QRP a global reference for audiophile pressings.

A record spinning at 45 revolutions per minute allows for wider grooves and more sonic information. The result: less distortion and greater clarity.