Velvet Revolver – Contraband

First heard this when I was in the US on a working trip from Australia. I had the weekend off and decided to drive from Detroit to Niagara Falls. I found a rock themed radio station and they had Contraband on high rotation as it had just been released.
I fell in love with the album on that road trip and went and bought the CD as soon as I got back to Detroit.
This is the first time I’ve owned it on vinyl and my copy sounds amazing. No warps either 😁🤘🏻

Like many others have experienced, my copy came with both discs having a visible warp. The sound quality isn’t perfect, but considering the circumstances (the era of Rick Rubin/the loudness wars/over-compression being the standard), this album sounds pretty good. The printed inner sleeves feel glossy and sticky and pulling out the record is weird because you run the risk of scuffing the record. If you avoid that, you’re dealing with a lot of dust, so make sure you’re careful and you give the record a real good clean after. If you’re willing to deal with a warp and some dust, this record is more than serviceable.

EDIT: Amazon sent me a replacement copy, this copy came cleaner and with a less severe warp (if it plays, it stays). With headphones, some minor popping is audible, along with the compression and very minor sibilance (those extra songs really got these 4 sides running close to the label). I’ve had records that were way more expensive sound way worse. I stand by my previous statement that if you’re willing to dig for a good copy, this is worth a pick-up

Min sounds great, now reissue libertad love me some guns n stone temple roses

I knew at the time of release this would be one of the last out and out mainstream rock albums that would stand the test of time. Had the CD but lost it years ago. Playing the vinyl even the songs I didn't think much of back in 2006 or so stand out every bit as much as the singles released from this. Onto the vinyl and it's a no brainer, €32 at my local retailer, sounds great and the bonus tracks are all killer. Grab this now!!!

Noticed some people complaining about how compressed this pressing is. I think I'm one of the lucky ones because the pressing I got sounds pretty good. Both the vocals and instruments are loud and clear. It does sound a little compressed at times, but not to the point of being unlistenable. Paid $44 for it and I think it was well spent, especially since I love this album

So, I should have read the reviews before picking this up, our copy at least is terrible. Several flat spots where the bass wobbles and drops out, probably pressing flaws? On our gear its noticeable and annoying. This one has all the issues: pops, low spots, bad quality and even a slight warp.

First album that I purchased from MOV that sounded compressed… disappointing.

Sent the 2014 Music on Vinyl copy back, and traded it for this. Best decision I have made for vinyl. It certainly sounds detailed and crisper than the other version, nice to have the extra tracks - would have been nice to separate them onto a different side from the main album. Unless the 2019 MOV version or 2004 original is otherwise, this is the definitive version for vinyl.

Presentation: 5/5
Sound: 4/5
Sleeve: Plain White Inner, Printed Artwork on Outside

Setup: AT-120XUSB, AT-VM95ML

Could just be entered as a variant for 5421010 right?

This is not a good sounding version in my opinion. In order of preference: 1) MOV 2) original CD 3) this 2024 and 4) 2004 OG US vinyl. Although i think a case can be made that the 2004 vinyl is better than this. Rega P6 TT