Sufjan Stevens – Carrie & Lowell

Absolutely blown away, especially given what past AKR pressings have been like. I'll say that I've never had an unlistenable one, but the quality has never been that high either. Until now, and it couldn't be more appropriate that it's an anniversary pressing of Sufjan's best record to date. The album means a great deal to me personally, so to have what feels like the definitive edition of it, and for it to sound this damn good has made me the happiest bunny. Incredible.

giant scratch across disc 2 right from start through song 1 and into most of song 2 on side c. major bummer.

It would've been a perfect pressing if the inner sleeves had better quality. Side C had a couple scratches because of it. Fortunately, that's the only issue. Really frustrated by that.

I had no idea (!!!) this was a box. Beautiful, beautiful packaging.

The box is thick and glossy, and the quality of all the photos (including the cover) is exceptionally done.

As for the pressing, it is up to modern day standards - hit or miss (classic GZ Media). But when you get a proper copy, I think you will be very satisfied.

GZ Media has come a long way, and are capable (and seemingly trying) of making good product [see also: Frank Ocean’s Blonde reissue].

There’s so much to love here, and the best part? Beautiful music to match.

My violet copy has 4 ripping sounds that I believe to be non-fill in the first couple of songs. I really hope I can get a decent replacement. People seem to be having better luck with the blue vinyl.

Only heard side C/D so far but really impressed with the quality of the packaging as well as the pressing itself. Whisper quiet which is what is needed for a record like this. Hoping A/B has similar results. Great job AKR

More confirmation this pressing sounds fantastic. Both discs are super silent, and sound wonderful!! Finally the pressing we needed!

This is the best I’ve heard this album sound! Beautiful pressing - dead silent vinyl, striking color, and stunning packaging. This is probably how the album should have been released originally

I’ve been critical of AKR pressings in the past but I lucked out with this cut of C&L 10th Anniversary. This sounded gorgeous through and through. The inserts and color pattern were fantastic as well. Very loving & deftly packaged record.

please don't be a shit pressing, i'm literally BEGGING asthmatic kitty to have quality control for once if only for one of their most successful album releases ever