It's great that feedback is being sought. These are really nice editions, and I applaud the different approach they are taking, but definitely have room for improvement.
Artwork: excellent, the highlight of these editions.
Finish: not bad, but could be improved with more spot gloss.
Acetate o-ring: nice, but needs a j-card and sticker ratings logos rather than printed info.
Size: I quite like it as it maximises the artwork size. The CD size digi-pak also not really an issue for me, but wouldn't object to a standard size (perhaps if the plaque was removed).
Art cards: these are fine, but I would prefer a booklet instead of or in addition to.
Plaque: I can take it or leave it, but the packing issues need to be resolved if kept for future editions. If this is bumping up the cost significantly, I'd say ditch them.
Overall a really solid start to this line and I hope it continues (with some tweaks as noted above).
Artwork: excellent, the highlight of these editions.
Finish: not bad, but could be improved with more spot gloss.
Acetate o-ring: nice, but needs a j-card and sticker ratings logos rather than printed info.
Size: I quite like it as it maximises the artwork size. The CD size digi-pak also not really an issue for me, but wouldn't object to a standard size (perhaps if the plaque was removed).
Art cards: these are fine, but I would prefer a booklet instead of or in addition to.
Plaque: I can take it or leave it, but the packing issues need to be resolved if kept for future editions. If this is bumping up the cost significantly, I'd say ditch them.
Overall a really solid start to this line and I hope it continues (with some tweaks as noted above).