Questhate Posted August 6, 2013 Share Posted August 6, 2013 Just got my box set as well. One of the corners is a little scrunched in from shipping, but nothing worth losing sleep over. Stoked to give this a listen. Anyone know how many it's limited to? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timsimmons Posted August 6, 2013 Share Posted August 6, 2013 2000 I think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyfranciosa Posted August 6, 2013 Share Posted August 6, 2013 I was one of the sleepy guys early on and didn't really come around on the album till a few weeks back (thought it was their weakest since the s/t)... still not sure if I'd put it any higher than second worst in their catalog, but I like it more each time i hear it. anyway, long story, I jumped on the "rediscovered" stock just in case... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
filthyrich Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 Can't decide if I like this album more than Boxer and High Violet, but it's certainly of the same caliber. (Worst album since S/T?! Insanity.) Side 1 is outstanding, "Sea Of Love" was my early favorite, and now I think "Pink Rabbits" and "Hard To Find" might be their best closing combo to date. (Better than "England" and "Vanderlye"? Maybe...) The box is so unique I can't really quibble over details... although it WILL be hard to keep this pristine. Anyone else considering just shelving the actual vinyl separately for easier access? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kylekrische Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 Pink Rabbits is such a fucking jam nelso330 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twentytwo Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 Pink Rabbits is such a fucking jam This! Best song on the album and This is the last time. Maybe my favorite national album. Like it better than High Violet for sure although Boxer and Alligator are masterpieces. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
achillesstand7 Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 Boxer and Alligator are masterpieces. I got into these guys with High Violet, and loved that and the new one. I just barely bought Boxer, so I'll have to try out Alligator as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvham Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 I've loved this album since it started streaming and am beyond excited that I was able to get the box set last week after missing out the first time around. Can't wait to see them at Outside Lands with Kronos Quartet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Questhate Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 I've loved this album since it started streaming and am beyond excited that I was able to get the box set last week after missing out the first time around. Can't wait to see them at Outside Lands with Kronos Quartet! So stoked for this set this weekend. The National --> D'Angelo (assuming he doesn't cancel) --> Paul McCartney is a helluva Friday night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toomanyrecords Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 I got into these guys with High Violet, and loved that and the new one. I just barely bought Boxer, so I'll have to try out Alligator as well. Bro, Alligator is not only the best National album, it's the best album of ALL TIME. </strong opinion> It's brilliant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyfranciosa Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 Alligator is their peak so far, but Sad Songs --> High Violet is a hell of a run. I still feel like this one is too much mopey dad-rock, which they do very well (don't get me wrong), but it feels very long and samey and is lacking in the dynamic songs from their previous releases. maybe my opinion will change with 4 side breaks... will listen to the vinyl tonight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmoney Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 This is probably my favorite of theirs as a whole. It's just phenomenal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
degenerex Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 After seeing them at Bonnaroo and Lollapalooza I'm almost ready to declare this my favorite album by them. But really, you can't go wrong with any album since Alligator. All perfect or very close to it. Also, I'm really happy I went for the deluxe in this case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shamrocks Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 they do put on a great show as well seeing them again in september Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
searos Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 Box came in prime condition and I love it. Album is fantastic. Honestly just getting into this band after hearing the praise. One of my favorites this year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrodan Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 just got my box in the mail and its absolutely thrashed. tried emailing matador direct (who did the shipping for this) and am waiting for a response from them about how they can handle this. really fucking bummed, as ive been waiting for this thing for soooo long. anyone else get a totally thrashed copy? did they do anything for you? here are some pics: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmoney Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 absolutely thrashed. That dinged corner sucks, but our definitions of "absolutely trashed" are apparently vastly different. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrodan Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 the corner is absolutely thrashed. i apologize if my wording isn't up to par for you, but that isnt a corner "ding". its bent, ripped and effects not only the casing, but the records themselves. not trying to be a dick here, but dismissing the issue as a corner ding is just not a very fair comment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Questhate Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Side B of LP1 on my copy has some loud pops going across 2 songs that is obviously from a scratch in the record (but I can't see it because it's clear colored). I tried emailing 4AD twice through their "Contact Us" link on their website, and have gone ignored so far. Let us know if Matador Direct gets back to you. Sucks that I've waited so long for this record, and can't even enjoy it due to it being scratched. My package had a small corner ding, but only like 5% as bad as yours. I'd for sure try to get that exchanged if I were you, considering the price premium of this set is mostly in the packaging and artwork. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChardeeMacDennis Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 I agree, I'd definitely be pissed about that! I had a corner ding on mine but it was nothing like that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nelso330 Posted August 13, 2013 Share Posted August 13, 2013 They did a refund for mine that was damaged very quickly... But I got to them quick they responded saying they were pretty overwhelmed with getting these out and fixing damaged copies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kas1985 Posted August 13, 2013 Share Posted August 13, 2013 I got my copy of the deluxe edition today. After seeing the other posts in this thread I was a little worried about it being damaged. Then, one of the corners of the box was quite smashed. When I opened it, it had a small ding, but nothing you wouldn't see even in the store. Hope everyone who has had a problem with getting a damaged copy can get it resolved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidamnesiac Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 My copy originally arrived with a smashed up corner similar to the photos in this thread. I sent photos to 4ad and they quickly sent me a replacement, no charge. I asked about return shipping the damaged copy and they told me to keep it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slinch Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 My copy originally arrived with a smashed up corner similar to the photos in this thread. I sent photos to 4ad and they quickly sent me a replacement, no charge. I asked about return shipping the damaged copy and they told me to keep it. Wanna sell it for a good price? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
futures Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 I'm glad this thread was bumped. My boyfriend saw the standard version of this at our local store last night and contemplated buying it, but he decided against it. Then I saw this thread pop up again so I showed him the photos that were posted in this thread and he went crazy for it and ordered it, haha. Fingers crossed that it turns up with no damage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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