Originally Posted by PeterMusic (Post 1070722)

Now eating my own words just a few hours later, haha...

The 33 arrived a few hours ago--it took a full 30 seconds or so (just the intro to Do It Again) to understand that although the 33 is great, the 45 is essentially a different medium. The most obvious difference is fuller sound, almost 3D in its effect compared to the 33. The music pressurizes the room--switching back and forth between the versions is similar to flipping the subwoofer on and off--you feel the difference even when they sound the same. This carries to guitars, drums, congas and other instruments--the 45 captures the texture of each.

Freddie, thanks for your help. I don't think typical age-related hearing loss will be a problem here. For those who love the Dan and have a system and budget that allows, the 45s are great!