The Cure - Songs Of A Lost World (LP, 2024 Grey Vinyl)
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There's something off about this album, it sounds a bit muffled to me. I reckon it's the over-production and that irritating swirling sound effect that's all over it. Not a classic in my book, and the straight-from-digital-radio sound isn't doing it any favors.
In my opinion, this vinyl version of the album is the top one out there. It's not the most silent vinyl, and it might not be the best pressing overall, but the mastering is fantastic, especially when you compare it to the rest.
I've got to echo what others have said; this is the top-notch version out there, no matter what you think about the masterings by Miles Showell and Bernie Grundmann. All Pallas pressings are fantastic, including the Marble Edt. (BG Cut) and 1/2 Speed Master (MS Cut) ones. But this LP, with MS Cut and pressed at Optimal, has truly won me over. Paired with a fineliner stylus, it offers an unbeatable sound experience. Dead silent and zero inner groove distortions, I must say. It's actually sold out on the official store (https://shopde.songsofalost.world/products/the-cure-songs-of-a-lost-world-13) but you can still find it in mint condition here on discogs.
I'm on the same page with a lot of the feedback shared here. The songs and performances are top-notch, but the sound quality—whether it's the mix or mastering—holds it back. I'm not an expert, but it feels like there's no dynamic range; everything's flat, with no clear distinction between instruments. It's all just one big blur, making it tough to listen to the whole way through. It seems like a deliberate creative choice, fitting the band's vibe with that murky, gloomy atmosphere. But it comes at the cost of the music's impact. Such a bummer, 'cause the songs and playing are really solid. It's like listening through a box stuffed with thick blankets.
Mid-range pressure. Highs are lacking. And the fact that it's all on one disc makes me want to toss it. Go for the 2LP 45 RPM version instead. Heard it once at a record store, it's definitely worth it.
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