How does this reissue differ from the standard LP?

It is a 45 RPM, 180-gram one-step pressing cut from the original master tapes, gold-foil numbered and limited to 4,000 copies, with a heavyweight gatefold sleeve and the bonus track "God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen."

Is this the album with "All I Want for Christmas Is You"?

Yes. The 1994 album includes that song along with covers of standards and originals written with Walter Afanasieff.

How many songs are on it?

Eleven tracks on this reissue, one more than the original ten-song release because of the bonus track.

Why does it play at 45 RPM?

Faster speed gives each groove more room, which typically means wider dynamics and cleaner highs. The trade-off is more sides and more flipping.

Is it a good first copy of the album?

It is aimed at collectors. A standard CD or regular LP pressing is a simpler way to own the music if you do not need the numbered one-step package.

Where is the Mariah Carey - Merry Christmas cheapest?

At Bretal Store, for $8.00, 71% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Mariah Carey - Merry Christmas?

Buyers like: Critics complimented the gospel and soul-infused vocals; Some critics called it Carey's best album to date; Rated 4.7/5.0 from 40 ratings on Discogs. Common complaints: Critical response to the album's Christmas theme was mixed; The Atlanta Journal-Constitution rated it 2/4.

Where can I buy the Mariah Carey - Merry Christmas?

9 stores we checked sell it, including Bretal Store, Smlxl Vinyl Shop, Audiophileusa, Sorry State Records, eBay.

Mariah Carey - Merry Christmas

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What reviewers say

Critics praised Carey's gospel and soul-infused vocals, and some called it her best album at the time. Reception of the holiday concept was mixed, with several newspapers giving it low marks. It holds a 4.7/5 community rating from 40 ratings on Discogs.

What people mention

VocalsPraisedCritics complimented the gospel and soul-infused singing across the album.
SongwritingPraisedThe originals written with Walter Afanasieff were singled out, and some critics called the album Carey's best to date.
Christmas themeMixedCritical response to the holiday concept was mixed, with several newspapers rating it low.
Pressing qualityPraisedThe one-step 45 RPM pressing from the original master tapes is the draw for collectors.
Limited runMixedNumbered copies are capped at 4,000, which makes them collectible but hard to find later.

About the Mariah Carey - Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas is Mariah Carey's fourth studio album and her first Christmas album. Columbia Records first released it on October 28, 1994. This limited-edition reissue is a remastered 11-track pressing on clear vinyl with white, red and green splatter.

The album mixes cover versions of popular Christmas songs with original material. Carey wrote all the original tracks with Walter Afanasieff, who also produced her interpretations of the covers. It includes "All I Want for Christmas Is You."

This pressing is part of the Ultradisc One-Step series. It is made from the original master tapes on 180-gram vinyl at 45 RPM, and was pressed at Fidelity Record Pressing. It comes in a heavyweight gatefold picture sleeve. Each copy is individually gold-foil numbered, from a run of 4,000.

Artist

Mariah Carey

Format

Vinyl record, 180-gram

Speed

45 RPM

Vinyl color

Clear with white, red and green splatter

Edition

Limited edition, reissue, remastered

Limited run

4,000 numbered copies, individually gold-foil numbered