... okay, okay I'm really bringing a topic back from the dead here but I have to say, YES, there is definitely "static" on that particular release (the mono version included in the Pet Sounds Sessions box set) but not there on both the original vinyl copy or the 1990 CD release.
Once again, sorry about the raising the dead bit but it is clearly audible.
No apologies necessary, sd. You have something valid to say on the subject----that's all that counts. :=)
I shall give the
PSS mono version a listen myself...
Edit: Gave it a listen. All my cloth ears could hear was heavenly music. Sorry I can't help!