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product_id: 38781616
title: "Alchemy SHM"
brand: "dire straits"
price: "R840"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/38781616-alchemy-shm
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Alchemy SHM

**Brand:** dire straits
**Price:** R840
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Alchemy SHM by dire straits
- **How much does it cost?** R840 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/38781616-alchemy-shm)

## Best For

- dire straits enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted dire straits brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Description

Alchemy SHM

## Images

![Alchemy SHM - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81t76jVxAxL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Fantastic Sound Quality!!!
  

*by C***O on Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2024*

I thought I would give this CD SHM a try ,A live CD recorded in 1983 by one of the most talented Musicians Mark K.Guitar God of the band Dire Straits and I was shocked at the sound quality I will have to admit that said ,worst case scenario a live cd from a great band that doesn’t sound that great but remember this was recorded in 1983 so wasn’t expecting to be blown away by the sound but crystal clear, great dynamic range , and so on,But just wanted to mention that my system is top notch so it really impressed me and definitely going to try and get more of the SHM CDS they are a bit pricey but so far I have already purchased another SHM so if the next one is as good as this, then I would highly recommend them, and on another note I have tried the SACD version of other bands but really didn’t notice any difference but I don’t have a special SACD player.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    . High end performances by Knopfler and crew.
  

*by W***K on Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2024*

Multi-track analog recording that rivals many current "live" recordings. High-end audo. A must have for Dire Straits fans. The final track, instrumental theme from movie Local Hero, a curious choice. Romeo and Juliet and Once Upon a Time in the West are the best versions, respectively. Much more nuanced and emotional than the studio versions.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Incredibly, a genuinely live recording
  

*by A***Y on Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2021*

No overdubs.  No retakes.  There were definitely separate microphones for the recording - this clearly isn't taken from the soundboard.  The quality is excellent and the musicianship is stunning.  Every song is an outstanding rendition.  The only one that for me personally isn't very strong is "Once Upon A Time In The West" - just not one of my favorites and a slow way to open the concert.  But once you get past that every performance is outstanding.  Don't miss these versions of "Two Young Lovers", "Solid Rock" and "Sultans of Swing".

## Frequently Bought Together

- Alchemy SHM
- Alchemy Live[DVD] [20th Anniversary Edition]
- Dire Straits Brothers in Arms

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-02-20*