Muse - The 2nd Law released in 24 bits/96khz FLAC

[Aquel]

Muse will finally release some music in HQ, as it offers a 24bits/96khz flac digital download of the entire upcoming album, the 2nd Law.

See details of the HD download here. It costs 12 GBP.

There are also some other versions available for pre-order:

- Vinyl
- CD/DVD Softpak. The DVD includes a making of plus a bonus feature..
- CD Softpak
- MP3 release (320Kbps)
- The deluxe box set version will include all content, including the HD audio files, vinly edition and a thermal reactive top lid.

No physical release of the HD audio (very unfortunately). I also don't see any mention of artwork/liner notes in the description.

The 2nd Law will be released on October 1st.

[ramicio]

If all they do is change the output settings of whatever audio program they use, it's going to be completely pointless. All of their albums have been tainted by the loudness war's clipping and compression. There is some amazing music out there that is just horrid for an audiophile to listen to.

[Josh]

Holy resurrection, Batman!

This was actually a high rez file done right. The HDTracks version is very nicely done and sounds wonderful. I highly recommend it.

[ramicio]

You're right. I got a chance to look at them, and will listen to them later. They appear pretty dynamic. Still, they are louder than they need to be and are needlessly clipped in some spots. They are no doubt better than the Redbook release.

[Aquel]

The 2nd Law sounds good in the FLAC version as mentioned. It uses a more dynamic mix than the redbook version hence the difference.

Otherwise the Muse albums aren't exactly audiophile stuff.. you could try to find the DVD 5.1 mix of the Resistance, which was released in the Deluxe Box (OOP I believe) which is IMO a definite improvement over the CD version.

[Strilo]

So I managed to get my hands on a download of The Resistance in 5.1 DTS. I have the .wav file and the .cue file. Any idea how I get this onto a disc? I own a Mac...