Sucks to read all of this. Unfortunately, with big releases, this seems to be a common trend nowadays with box sets/vinyl. This is not exclusive to WB either. I'm pushing 1k pieces in my record collection, and I've noticed a steep drop in QC on major releases in the past couple years. All the big names. I wanted LP Rarities on Vinyl, so I just got the regular HT box set so I didn't know about the big box set issues. There have been a few big releases I had to buy/return several times. I collect, but I also listen to every record I get. I try to spin them within a few days of receiving them. Beastie Boys Hello Nasty took 3 tries. First time, 2x copies of Side C/D and second time both LPs were warped but packaging/sleeve was perfect (most likely warped at the plant from not letting them cool/rest long enough).
