Jun 29, 2026

BEASTIE BOYS - LICENSED TO ILL (1986, Def Jam)

 





1986 Def Jam, First Pressing
Cut at Masterdisk by Howie Weinberg

Clarity: 4.7
Dynamics: 4.8
Tonality/Balance: 4.5
Soundstage/Image: 5
Pressing: 4

Cut at Masterdisk by the legendary Howie Weinberg! This sounds GIGANTIC! Bottom punches and kicks but it's the headroom that really crushes the remaster/represses over the years. Detail is razor sharp and crunchy on top. If you only know this album from its digital counterpart or a modern repress, I believe you're in for a new experience. This is absolutely killer. This 3D soundstage wins hands down. Also has a locked groove after Fight for Your Right end of side one! Highest recommendation!

Final Grade: 4.6