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Pink Floyd Dark Side comparison?

Has anyone heard or compared the MFSL version of Darkside (released inthe 80's I think) vs the new re-master by Jamse Guthrie in the EMI "Discovery" or "Experience" editions CDs?

The newer versions are a lot cheaper and may benefit from todays more advanced technology, but MFSL versions have been reference standards for years.

I am looking to pick up one or the other so any input would be appreciated.
dhl93449
dhl93449 OP
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Went ahead and ordered the EMI 2011 versions (CD, NOT VINYL!!!!), as Amazon had them for about $10 each, execpt the Wall.

Also found a source on Amazon that had MSFL Darkside (this is manufactured in Japan) for about $40-50 used. Since its used, there is no penalty to previewing the sound and returning it if I am not happy. A new one for $300-400 is insane and if you open it you eat $250 in depreciation.
inna
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MFSL CD is OK, in my opinion, nothing more. But I didn't compare it to newer editions, only to vinyl. That was kind of funny indeed.
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phasecorrect
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have mofi cd, sacd hybrid, 94 remaster, 2011 remaster....the differences are fairly minor...although mofi has the most bass...a bit overipe for me...but some enjoy this....
dhl93449 OP
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phasecorrect:

Do you also have the original 80's version? Curious to know how much different the re-masters are from that version.
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phasecorrect
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yes...80s mofi v....for 10 bucks u can get 2011 remaster...not a quantum leap but ck.it out
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