Non-Copy Controlled Coldplay X&Y


I need help finding where I can obtain a copy of Coldplay X&Y without the dreaded Copy Controlled protection. The Copy Controlled disc (Canadian version) doesn't play on my emmlabs CD transport without crackling and poping noises.

Does the American version or UK version have the CC logo on the disc and/or packaging ?
thom_y

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I spoke with emmlabs this afternoon and they said the problem is an interaction between the Cactus layer of copy protection and the Philips software/hardware. They said two possible solutions: depending upon the software version of the CDSD, a more recent software update may correct the problem. Alternatively, they recommended removing the Cactus copy protection by burning a copy of the original CD using CDclone, which can remove the offending Cactus layer and do a direct bit to bit transfer of the music data. Unfortunately, this means that you have to duplicate your disc and use a CD-R which may be more prone to scratching etc.

I wait to hear back from emmlabs.
UK version does it again. I returned my Canadian version of X&Y to HMV without much question (there's a scam right there if you wanted !!!) I could have just kept the clone I made using CloneCD, Instead, I ordered the UK version of X&Y on amazon.co.uk and four days later I now have a disc that I can play on my emmlabs. The package doesn't have the Copy COntrolled logo, yet it doesn't have the CD logo either. Nonetheless, it plays flawlessly without the static. I also get the impression that the overall sound is better too, but I can't be sure.