: The record is pressed on heavy, high-quality vinyl that typically plays "dead silent" without the inner-groove distortion (IGD) that plagued some 80s copies .
Reviewers and enthusiasts often highlight several key sonic improvements and technical details: new_order_blue_monday_2020_hq_vinyl_rip_technic...
: The 2020 remaster is noted for having "spectacular" and "winner" bass that feels more powerful than previous versions . : The record is pressed on heavy, high-quality
: Some listeners who analyzed high-quality vinyl rips noted a slight lack of the characteristic "high-end in the kick" drum found on original 1983 versions . Community Experiences Community Experiences The 12" vinyl is generally hailed
The 12" vinyl is generally hailed as a high-quality reissue that rivals or even surpasses original 1983 pressings in terms of low-end presence and clarity . Released as part of the Power, Corruption & Lies Definitive Edition campaign, this 45 RPM single was remastered at Abbey Road Studios . Audio & Pressing Quality
: A few reviewers find it "dull and compressed" compared to the more "airy" UK first pressings .
While mostly positive, some "purists" and collectors offer differing views: