BTS Reveals 16 Editions of New Album “ARIRANG” – Fans Respond

BTS is facing backlash over their upcoming album ARIRANG dropping March 20.
Why? Fans found out there will be a whopping 16 versions of the album.
Here’s the breakdown:
- “ARIRANG” – 3 versions (Rooted in Korea, Rooted in Music, Living LEGEND)
- Weverse version
- Vinyl versions – 9 versions (Modern Korea, Group Red, RM Silver, Jin Pink, Suga Clear, J-Hope Cream, Jimin Burgundy, V Velvet Red, Jungkook Orchid)
- Travel Tag CD Box Set
- Deluxe Vinyl – 2 versions (B&W and Color)
Netizens were surprised, especially since 11 out of the 16 versions are vinyl.
The online reactions:
“Oh, if the songs are good, I’ll just buy the vinyl.”
“For the first time since debut, they’ve gone beyond 4 versions.”
“Oh, is this the first time?”
“For now, I’ll buy 1 and 4, and then pick one from vinyl 3 or 5.”
“Wow, 16 versions? They’re definitely trying to set a record, seems like they planned it.”


BTS is pushing the limits on album versions like never before. Fans are divided between excitement and eyeing this as a clear sales strategy.
Watch this space as sales start rolling out on March 20.