180 Gram vs. MFSL


Any thoughts on which would be preferable - a 180 gram version of a record or a MFSL version? I am considering buying a copy of the Band's first album. The 180 gram copy is new; the MFSL is used, rate NM.
dminches

Showing 1 response by palasr

The answer depends entirely on the LP in question, and the pressing history thereof. Personally, I've never cared for MFSL, generally finding the original LP to be far superior in the majority of cases. However, a 180g remaster that was poorly remastered can be far worse than an MFSL. I think the money is best spent on a mint original pressing, unless you have empirical proof that ANY remastered/repressed version is clearly superior. Regarding the Band LP in question, I have no information.

-R.