Hercules

I’ve been spinning this all weekend and the surface noise is nearly nonexistent—crystal clear from start to finish. The packaging feels sturdy, too, which is a relief for a collector like me. Definitely a solid addition to my vinyl shelf.

The bass on this pressing is deep and warm, exactly what you want from a 12-inch analog cut. Tracey Nelson’s vocals come through with a crisp, live-in-the-room clarity that makes the whole record feel like a personal session. It’s been on repeat all weekend and hasn’t skipped once.

The pressing is quiet and clean, so Tracey Nelson's vocals really cut through on my setup. The 12-inch format gives the bass plenty of room to breathe, and the sleeve feels sturdy enough for regular spins.