Michael Jackson - Dangerous -2014- -flac 24-96-
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| Specification | Standard CD (Red Book) | 2014 High-Res FLAC | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 16-bit | 24-bit | | Dynamic Range | ~96 dB | ~144 dB | | Sample Rate | 44.1 kHz | 96 kHz | | Frequency Response | Up to 22.05 kHz | Up to 48 kHz | Michael Jackson - Dangerous -2014- -FLAC 24-96-
: Audiophile comparisons note that while the 2014 High-Res version offers improved clarity, it follows a "remastered" sound profile which sometimes features more dynamic compression (lower Dynamic Range score) compared to the original 1991 CD. The 24/96 FLAC release includes the original 14 tracks: Why You Wanna Trip On Me In The Closet She Drives Me Wild Remember The Time Can't Let Her Get Away Heal The World Black Or White Give In To Me Will You Be There Keep The Faith Gone Too Soon comparison Here’s a review of the release you’re referring
The original 1991 CD release of Dangerous was criticized for being "bright" and somewhat harsh on the high end. Later remasters, particularly the 2001 Special Edition and the 2009 absorbtion into the "King of Pop" compilations, were victims of the "Loudness War." They were compressed to sound louder, which squashed the dynamic range (the difference between the quietest and loudest parts), resulting in ear fatigue. resulting in ear fatigue.