It's AMAZING how the written word can be (mis)interpreted depending on our own bias, mood, etc.
trtjazz.... If I may be so bold as to offer MY interpretation:
"...in real terms, the 'net version' doesn't do it any favours..." = "the bottom line is the internet version, because of its lack of quality, is not doing you justice" ...
I choose not to think that Big Red was saying your stuff sucks, MP3 or live !!!
t.