Elliott Smith - XO (2 LP)

Product specifications

Details

Album

XO

Artist

Elliott Smith

LP release year

2024

Album release date

25 aug 1998

Label

Interscope Vinyl Collective

EAN

00602577922749

Available

Yes

Product information

Format

LP

Quantity

2 piece(s)

Type

Test Pressing

Mono or stereo

Stereo

Duration

1 uur, 11 min

Tracks

23 tracks

EAN

EAN

00602577922749

Other

Limited Edition

No

Deluxe Edition

Yes

Country

Worldwide

Genre

Singer-songwriter

Box set

No

Remastered

No

Reissue

No

• Vinyl Lacks CD's Vibrancy

  3 out of 5 stars
  SijikbeZuu4 January 2026United States🇺🇸

  It's great having this on vinyl, but I feel like the sound is a bit squashed and lifeless. There's nothing outright 'wrong' or faulty with it, it just feels unexciting to listen to. I might be mistaken, but I'd wager that this was sourced from a CD (which, sadly, might be the best source available now). After comparing, I reckon the original CD actually sounds better—much more vibrant. Well, at least I've got the large artwork from the record, I suppose? Listening setup: rega p6, ortofan mc cadenza bronze cartridge, stein music 'the perfect interface' carbon mat, liberty b2b-1 preamp, hegel h95 integrated amp, elac debut b5 speakers

• North America Version Confidence

  5 out of 5 stars
  Snave42411 November 2025United States🇺🇸

  I aimed to purchase the 2017 EU version based on all the feedback, but this is what arrived. It was still sealed, so I only found out after opening it. There's no runout details on that pressing’s page, so I can't be totally sure, but this appears to be the same pressing, judging by the comments there. It's dynamic, with excellent separation and a silent noise floor. For anyone in North America, go ahead and buy this version with confidence and avoid those extra Euro/UK shipping fees!

• Best BONGLOAD Re-Release Yet

  1 out of 5 stars
  CulejVgobBesubgc17 October 2025United States🇺🇸

  I purchased the bullet and splurged on the fresh BONGLOAD re-release. Apart from some surface noise, it seems to be the finest sounding version of this out there...so far.

• XO Re-release: Crystal Clear Quality

  5 out of 5 stars
  AcyuppRbogiJD9 June 2025United States🇺🇸

  In my view, this is a fantastic re-release of XO! The audio quality is crystal clear, and the album is nicely packaged with a great inner sleeve and lyric sheet. If you're after a top-notch version and have been wary of other editions, this is the one to grab!

• Disappointing Album Sound Quality

  2 out of 5 stars
  heujmfof22 March 2025United States🇺🇸

  Harsh highs, lack of clarity in the upper range, and no punch… I haven't listened to the original copy, but I'd be shocked if it's any worse. A letdown for such an amazing album.