The imminent limited edition album of K-Pop Group Aespa has turned on ferocious controversies among the fans after smanteinment announced the Ring version of the dirty crew Cost 202.000 WON (about $ 147 USD) at full price, currently discounted at 163,000 losers ($ 119 USD).
The special edition of Dirty work The single album, set for release on July 4th, includes a silver ring, a surgical steel necklace chain, a pack, a QR card and five photographic cards.
The price of the album aroused strong criticism from the fans who underlined the massif price difference Compared to the standard versions of the albums. Regular editions of AESPA Dirty work The album has a price between 15,100 won ($ 11 USD) and 31,900 won ($ 23.20 USD), making the edition limited more than six times more expensive.
The reactions of the fans on Instiiz to the social media platform have revealed a widespread frustration for the price strategy, with a user who says it is very expensive. Another wondered if the accessories included have justified such a high price.
Some fans have also directed their complaints towards smenantainment with the official posts on social media of Aespa on the announcement of the album. Despite the repercussions, other netizen admitted the product It has appeared attractive even if it is very expensive, with some people who comment who would still like to buy it for themselves and others who foresee that the album will still be exhausted.
The controversy arrives while the women’s group is preparing to release their single album Dirty work on June 27, marking their first Korean return from October 2024 Whip Mini-Album. The single will present the track of the title, a version with the rapper Flo Milli, an English version and an instrumental track.
This prices on prices follows the story of sm enterication to release expensive special editions, including previous ASPA Armageddon Version of the CD player at the price of 145,000 won (about $ 106 USD), which has fallen quickly despite being seven times more expensive than regular albums. The company has undergone criticisms in progress by fans regarding the price strategies of the albums and the revenue distribution practices.
THE limited edition The Ring version aims to symbolize the connection between Aespa and their My Fanbase, with the accessories designed to integrate the Bold Visual Concept of the song. The pre -orders for the special edition began on June 20 through various online music dealers.
