Live in Detroit [Blu-ray]

Double dipped and couldn't wait
Have long enjoyed the initial DVD release Peter Frampton - Live in Detroit from Image Entertainment since perhaps 2004. The DVD's 16x9 aspect ratio visuals were normally bright, clean and colorful whenever the stage or crowd was well lit. Held up quite well under low light conditions with only a slight increase in video noise throughout the overall picture. Pretty typical musical concert stage coverage that won't distract your enjoyment of the performance especially during the close-ups of Peter, the members of his band, or the crowd. The increased resolution of Blu-ray will only be a plus here.

The DVD audio offered a choice of either Dolby Digital or DTS (both 5.1) playback technology with the latter being my preference. Even at -20 db on the volume control, the simulation of being there was excellent and I can't wait to experience my favorite classic songs from Peter again (Show Me The Way, Baby...

Stunning!
This is a re-release of Peter's DVD of the same title that was released in 2000. It's been out of print for a while and commanded a high price if you could find it. Not anymore.

As I stated in my reply to a review here by Long Time Home Theater Guy, I bought the blu ray of Frampton's FCA tour. It was good and I enjoyed it immensely, but THIS concert is the one to have. I can't explain it, but this Detroit disc blows the FCA show away. I'm not taking anything away from that release either. It was worth every dime.

On top of all that, the picture and sound on this release is stunning.

BETTER WITH TIME!!!
This blu ray is Great!!! Frampton is polished, greased and ready to kick butt. He is an artist and guitarist that has definitely still got it. Many artist lose that "umph" over the years, but not Frampton. Though his looks have changed he still has that boyish voice and his guitar playing is phenomenal and better than ever. If you liked Frampton in the past, you will love this recording. Unfortunately, Bob Mayo is no longer with us in this life, but he has got to be mentioned. He played for Frampton many years, and his talents (vocals, guitar and keyboard) on this disc are nothing short of great. Technically, this disc sounds great as well. As mentioned earlier, if you liked him in the past, ya gotta love this disc. He's better than ever. GED

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