I am listening to it on some cheap computer speakers, yes I can hear something, but it is very minor, at least with these speakers.
During recordings, especially live performances, your going to hear some artifacts picked up by the recording process. In addition, as mentioned above the condition of the CD's (scratches, smudges, fingerprints, etc.) can have an effect.
I can't figure if your just to picky,
, or what, but the main thing you've said is that the noises your hearing can be replicated on various CD, DVD, and car players. So whether it is a flaw in the recording or scratches, it is the CD itself.
Another thing you'll notice with the Axiom's, since they are so detailed and efficient, is that you'll hear guitar strings plucked, percussion brushes scratching the drums, etc...
Not sure what else to add.....anybody else...
