Adele cd...bad mix/recording

Sad to say, but the big record companies have their set formula of what kind of sound will sell music. It's extremely rare that any of the non-independents will even consider trying to buck that formula( recordings made "hot" sounding in order to cut through, offending no one but audiophiles apparently). Back in the late 60's or early 70's even the major companies would take a chance on a respected engineer or producer's idea of how a recording ought to sound- no longer. Wonder how many good artists careers have been negatively affected by the recording companies not giving their artists the best chance to flourish by seeing to it that their sound is presented in the best light possible. And yet there are still great sounding recordings being produced, like Bon Iver or Iron and Wine. Have to agree with Shadorne on the paucity of good soul or R&B. Where are today's Temptations, Commodores, Marvin Gaye, Otis Redding? Adele seems like she would flourish if given a chance by her label.

The really sad thing is that this "hot" sound may be at Adele's request or approval thinking that it enhances the track. Perhaps she just doesn't know any better.

Stop blaming the software. It's the high end hardware companies that voice everything tilted up. I think they do this to give the impression of extra detail, etc in the showroom on those demo recordings. Or maybe to appeal to wealthy buyers who tend to be on in years and whose hearing ability maybe somewhat rolled off.

And if I am wrong... and my (modern) pricy hardware is accurately voiced... then every rock and roll recording engineer since 1958 is wrong. Every stock car stereo is wrong. Apple is wrong. Most electronics over 30 years old are wrong. Rant Rant Rant
I have lots of recordings, and most sound like crap. Except the many $50+ reissues.

I need a system that makes great music from available recordings. My highest compliments to you if your system does this lady's voice justice.

Isnt a great sounding album on a great sounding rig going to sound great in a car? The reverse isnt true though because sounding good in a car doesnt always work at home.
Tom Pettys MoJo sounds awesome no matter where its played.

Joekras,

No its not. Particularly on Adele recordings. Some of the songs sound fine. Some of the songs sound fine and then all of a sudden get this shrilly compressed sound. Her voice is the instrument. Why screw it up? Makes no sense except they are going for a sound that I just don't get.