Blue Note Classic Series: Drives 180g Vinyl LP

Blue Note Classic Series Drives is a stereo vinyl edition of organist Lonnie Smith’s 1970 album. The listing describes an all-analog mastering by Kevin Gray from the original master tapes and 180g vinyl pressed at Optimal.

At a glance

Album originally released in 1970, featuring Lonnie Smith with tenor and baritone saxophone, guitar and drums.
Includes funky versions of “Twenty-Five Miles” and “Spinning Wheel,” plus a version of Miles Davis’ “Seven Steps to Heaven.”
Listing specifies stereo, all-analog mastering from the original master tapes and a 180g pressing.

Price

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Reference price: ~~$27.98~~

Price checked: Nov 12, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The listed mastering and pressing details make this a clearly specified option for listeners seeking this Blue Note album on vinyl.
The track descriptions point to a mix of familiar songs and a Miles Davis composition, alongside Smith’s organ-led ensemble.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Identity
Brand	Blue Note
Format	Vinyl Edition
Number of discs	1
Language	English

Audio and pressing
Audio	stereo
Mastering	all-analog, mastered by Kevin Gray from the original master tapes
Vinyl weight	180g
Pressing plant	Optimal

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	0.17 x 12.37 x 12.2 inches; 9.44 ounces

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Vinyl collectors seeking Lonnie Smith’s 1970 album in the Blue Note Classic Series.
Listeners interested in organ-led jazz with saxophone, guitar and drums.

Less suited to

Buyers looking for a CD or a digital edition.

Blue Note Classic Series: Drives 180g Vinyl LP · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 29 ratings

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Aggregate customer ratings lean positive, with most in the top two star categories, but a small share are at the lowest rating. With no written review summary available, the ratings do not explain what listeners liked or disliked, and they cannot confirm the listed mastering or pressing details.

Frequently asked questions

What album is included?

The listing identifies Drives, Lonnie Smith’s 1970 album, with Dave Hubbard on tenor sax, Ronnie Cuber on baritone sax, Larry McGee on guitar and Joe Dukes on drums.

What pressing and mastering details are listed?

The edition is described as stereo, all-analog, mastered by Kevin Gray from the original master tapes and pressed on 180g vinyl at Optimal.

How many discs are listed?

The product details list one disc.