The search for represents a broader trend in music production: the move away from pristine, sterile sounds and towards character, distortion, and "imperfect" heat. Whether this specific file is a lost gem from a July 2008 session or a modern synthesis of analog chorus, the keyword serves a purpose—it connects producers looking for that je ne sais quoi of low-end energy.
A distorted "hot" 808 often has stereo width from the saturation. Use a utility tool to check the low end (below 120Hz) in mono. If the sub-bass disappears, you need to sum the lows to mono. jul808 ch hot