Vashti Bunyan - Just Another Diamond Day FLAC

As I finally find a copy of this I can now compare it to the newer Branch Music reissue.
Most important to note I think is the similarities, they really are close in terms of sound. I often second guess myself on any differences I thought to hear at all, but ultimately I think the edge if anything would go to the Dicristina Golden cut. There seems to be a slightly more vibrant sound to it, although perhaps Im fooled by it being slightly louder overall? Also, the separation of instruments on some tracks seems slightly superior here on the Golden release.
Again, these are very minor at best and whats really important in this case I feel is to have a quiet playing copy, which my Golden isnt so much when compared to the Branch, but thats neither here nor there since mine was bought used and looks somewhat worn.
The Branch does also feel a little nicer with its 180 grams of mass however and the vinyl really is dead quiet.
Speaking of cosmetics though, the sleeves are rather different unlike the sound. The Branch sporting a more blue tint while the Dicristina is greener. I like the cardboard stock for the older Golden reissue but the smoother and shinier paper of the Branch is also great. The newer also has slightly crisper areas on the image, like the title text.
Ultimately both will suit most people, but if you want the best of these reissues then you might as well go with the Dicristina release that includes a 7" with it.

Equipment Used:
Rega RP1 with Paratrace tipped Nagaoka MP-200 Cartridge
Cyrus 2 Amplifier
System Fidelity SF-3050 Tower Speakers
Custom made HQ Speaker Cables

very well done reissue. crystal clear, hardly any vinyl noises, very psychedelic and spacey. one of my favourite records of this era. only an original pressing could top this reissue.