04-16-2009, 03:14 PM
Quote:The Universal "Back to Black" series/label has a very poor reputation in audiophile circles and these first WATS pressings (at least my two) bear that out. Very bad surface noice (crackle) in various spots...all 4 sides.I don't know if i said it already, but mine has absolutely no crackling at all. I was actually thoroughly impressed, seeing as I'm playing it on a turntable that seriously needs replacement.