Which is best: 1/2 speed, 180g, Jap, Mobile Fid?


Are there any general rules of thumb as to which pressing
is best when shopping for vinyl ?

1/2 Speed
Ultradisk
180g re-issues
Japanese pressings
Mobile Fidelity

Let's take Pink Floyd/Darkside of the Moon for example. Which
version is the best sounding ??

Thanks
eastside_guy

Showing 1 response by artprinteaa0

I like the german pressings and you can actually get them for a bargain. they're better than the japaneese and far less expensive with more selection--which is a big problem with the MFSL and others in the first place. The only thing better is the UHQR and their prices have skyrocketed and are not a great value for your dollar.
The Only MFSL I've liked are the early one's and the german pressings are still better and I have both. Sometimes french and Italian pressings--and other european pressings--can be excellent & then the next one you buy is dreadful.
I always thought english pressings by english groups were better than the american versions, but usually bands have pressings in 4 or 5 countires, depending.