I've been listening to this record since it's release. This press is absolutely fantastic. Flat, heavy vinyl. Very little surface noise. Amazing low end and clear highs. even gave me back my long lost copy of the cd. No reason to buy another version. Get this one while you still can.

I have to agree with the previous comment. Incredible pressing.

The sound quality of this issue is astonishing! One of the best sounding records I have. Fans of this album, do not hesitate to buy.

Ultra flat and ultra quiet vinyl. Dimensional and wide soundstage. The recording is linear and well balanced. Moderate bottom end, punchy mids and clean, crisp highs. Vocals are very natural and out front. One of the best sounding records I own, and the content is fantastic. Highly recommended. (Rega Planar 3, Exact 2 cart, PSE Studio SL, Linn LK85, Linn interconnects, Linn Katans - Linn Sizmik 12.45" for 2.1 - )

Mine came with a CD for ( ) anyone else had the same?

Same here. Christmas gift with a little extra I guess

Just checked and I've also got the ( )-CD. Bought my LP a few days ago in Germany..

Sounds stunning. Am also wondering if anyone knows why the heck this release is so weird, with the minimal info printed on it. I reviewed all other pressings on Discogs, and they all appear different from this one, with much more info on the wax and packaging.

Great pressing, only issue is that the packaging is literally blue construction paper so I don't know how it will hold up, at least it probably won't get ringwear. the angel fetus is semi-shiny, like spraypaint, so thats pretty cool.

I just bought a copy and it had ringwear.... I think the shrink wrap is the culprit, either way the music is what's most important

Great pressing of the great record. Almost no surface noise. Superb soundstage and definition. Maybe gatefold cover suits the release little bit more. Otherwise really great item, finally in my collection.

This is an incredible release. So detailed and crisp. It's one of the most beautiful albums I've ever played. The packaging is gorgeous too. Simple but the matte card on the cover makes the print look like it's glowing and is so pleasing to the touch. The album is provide in poly-lined paper record inner sleeves which appear to be very good quality. I highly recommend this one for everyone's collection.

My copy sounds great! Im very happy to finally own this. If you are new to Sigur Ros, please don't miss the importance of this music!

Great copy , I have 3 versions include this. This one is so live.

Sound of this pressing is awesome !

I just picked this up and it is an awesome press of a great album. I was talking to the owner at my local record store today and he said this is getting a re release soon.

Beautiful vinyl pressing. So much clarity, and the full dynamic range of the music comes through. Better than the original CD, I reckon. Will have to find the recent re-release of ( ) as well.

Just in case anyone is still there wondering, this pressing is an absolute 10. Great definition and minimal to non existent surface noise. Decent dynamics in the vinyl, unlike the CD it comes with which is way too loud. Go get this album.

This is a stunning pressing of this record. Very, very quiet and clean. I'm a bit in awe. Well done Optimal Media GmbH!

This copy is perfect, all clean clear sound ! Perfect reissue of an perfect album

My copy also sounds awesome - Death to too tight shrink-wraps though. It is impossible to peel off that bastard without a little sleeve damage at the corners.

Just bought this in the US and it sounds beautiful. No surface noise at all. Easily one of the best sounding records I own. So excited to finally have this.

US release sounds phenomenal! One of the best pressings I've heard in quite a while. Little to no surface noise or pops. Excited to get my hands on the () re-release soon.

I'm starting to wonder if they're even releasing ( ) in the US. . .

THIS ARRIVED BY EMAIL THIS MORNING!!!!!ágætis byrjun re-issueannouncing the expanded limited edition boxset of ágætis byrjunto mark its 16th birthday, a definitive, much expanded edition of ágætis byrjun is in the works for early summer. the deluxe boxset edition will feature previously unheard studio recordings and rare live versions from this pivotal period in the band's development, as well as a welter of photographic and documentary material from their personal archives and plenty more besides. it will be a beautiful thing to behold, and the last word in completist editions of sigur rós catalogue releases.while we are still finalising design and content - and will share with you as soon as it's fixed - we wanted you to know about this now [as well as other expanded editions of von and ( )], since the band's first three albums have all just become available on re-mastered, heavyweight vinyl for the first time in ages. go either look for the vinyl reissues now, or hang on for something grander still.watch preview video on sigur-ros.co.uk

Anyone got any news on this? It somehow just seemed to disappear.

My EU copy has some noise, but not too bad.My greatest concern is that it seems a bit off center.Otherwise sounds great.

THIS ARRIVED BY EMAIL THIS MORNING!!!!!ágætis byrjun re-issueannouncing the expanded limited edition boxset of ágætis byrjun to mark its 16th birthday, a definitive, much expanded edition of ágætis byrjun is in the works for early summer. the deluxe boxset edition will feature previously unheard studio recordings and rare live versions from this pivotal period in the band's development, as well as a welter of photographic and documentary material from their personal archives and plenty more besides. it will be a beautiful thing to behold, and the last word in completist editions of sigur rós catalogue releases.while we are still finalising design and content - and will share with you as soon as it's fixed - we wanted you to know about this now [as well as other expanded editions of von and ( )], since the band's first three albums have all just become available on re-mastered, heavyweight vinyl for the first time in ages. go either look for the vinyl reissues now, or hang on for something grander still. watch preview video on sigur-ros.co.uk

My (European) copy had LOTS of surface noise...

Played back once last night ... seems to be a good press. No surprise pops. Surface noise minimal ... lots of silent moments before sonic swells were truly silent.