2014 Sub Pop, Box Set, Remastered
Mastered at Sterling by Ray Janos
Originally released 2002
Clarity: 4.5
Dynamics: 4.5
Tonality/Balance: 4
Soundstage/Image: 4
Pressing: 4.5
Huge aggressive sound, guitars shred the tweeters but not shrill or fatiguing. Bottom end thumps and a nice wide 3D soundstage. There is very nice depth and detail with crystal clear separation. Vocals strong and up front of the sonic maelstrom. This is a well-mastered cut! If you’re used to the brickwalled CDs then you’re in for a treat.
Final grade: 4.3