Masayoshi Takanaka – SAUDADE LP Limited Edition Vinyl

Release date: March 25, 2026

Product Overview:
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Masayoshi Takanaka’s solo debut with this remastered LP edition of SAUDADE. Originally released in 1982, this iconic Japanese fusion album showcases Takanaka’s legendary guitar skills, featuring contributions from T.M. Stevens on bass and Sheila E. on percussion.

This limited edition LP comes on 180g clear salmon pink vinyl, remastered and cut by Alex Wharton at Abbey Road Studios, London. Recorded with producer Narada Michael Walden at The Automatt Studio in San Francisco, the album delivers a danceable, relaxing, and ultimate guitar-resort sound.

Key Information:

• Artist: Masayoshi Takanaka

• Additional Artists: T.M. Stevens, Sheila E.

• Original Release Date: September 10, 1982

• Remaster: Alex Wharton (Abbey Road Studios, London)

• Format: LP Record, 180g Heavyweight

• Edition: Limited First Pressing, Clear Salmon Pink Vinyl

• Label: Universal Music Japan

• Catalog Number: UPJY-9528

• SKU/JAN: 4988031820681

• Number of Discs: 1

Tracklist:

Side A

1. A Fair Wind

2. Saudade

3. Eona

4. Breakin' Loose

5. Ride'em High

Side B

1. Chill Me Out

2. New York Strut

3. The Forest Of My Heart

4. Manifestation

Description:

• Remastered from the original master tapes with high-resolution audio

• Vibrant colored vinyl enhances the artwork and listening experience

• Ideal for collectors and Japanese fusion enthusiasts worldwide

• Danceable yet relaxing guitar-driven “resort” sound perfect for all listening moments