Apr 29, 2026

SONIC YOUTH - DIRTY (2003, Goofin' Records, x4 LP Deluxe Box Set)

 




1992 Original Release
2003 Goofin’ Records x4 LP Deluxe Edition
Mastered by Emily Lazar

Clarity: 4.8
Dynamics: 4.6
Tonality/Balance: 4.8
Soundstage/Image: 4.9
Pressing: 4.5

Holy Hell, this pressing is a monster! HUGE aggressive sound akin to those Masterdisk OGs cut by Howie Weinberg. Shrieks and shreds on the top end while punching low on the bottom, room-shaking EQ! Super detail in the midrange gives a 3D live soundstage to the cacophony. Wow!

Final Grade: 4.72