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Dead Can Dance reissues - not happy

I recently purchased Into the Labyrinth, the Debut, and Towards the Within based on positive feedback.  Well, I am very disappointed in the sound quality.  It sounds forced, bright, and, well frankly, overdone.  Is the MOFI like this or should i just get the originals for a few more bucks?
tzh21y
tzh21y OP
1,654 posts
 
I lowered my VTA so it is better but it still seems pretty hot to me.  maybe less with a MM cartridge
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knollbrent
526 posts
 
Love my Labyrinth Mofi
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fsonicsmith
964 posts
 
My copy sucks. With digital, the shakers on the opening track pop out in front of my speakers and sound real. With my vinyl copy, they sound flat and they are not as tightly spaced. This is just one example that holds true for the entire album. It is not my deck-most of my records sound better and a good number sound wayyy better. 
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stringreen
6,476 posts
 
I have the originals which don’t sound unduly bright....big, spacious, excellent.  Are you sure about your cartridge installation/adjustment?
downunder
1,329 posts
 
I have all original UK pressings  - they are all superb.  Listening to Aion at the moment - sublime.
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