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I’d almost forgotten how layered this album sounds on vinyl—the static and reverb on side B really come through. The 2013 pressing feels solid, no warps or surface noise. A great way to revisit these tracks.

The bass hits on this 2013 pressing are crisp and full without distorting, which really brings out the chaotic energy of Crystal Castles. I've spun it three times already and the surface noise is minimal, making the whole experience feel immersive. It's exactly what I wanted for my collection.

The pressing is surprisingly quiet between tracks, which lets the harsh synth layers breathe exactly as they should. The 2013 release still holds up on my turntable, and the bass on “Kerosene” shakes the room without muddying the vocals.