Over the years and through various reissues, one might wonder whether it is still possible to further improve the sound quality of this album. Following a particularly successful Blu-ray edition, featuring a Dolby Atmos mix in Dolby Digital TrueHD format, a new vinyl edition is now available.
For this reissue, the focus has been placed on production quality. Limited to 6,000 copies, this version was produced using the One Step process, which minimizes the number of stages between the master cutting and the pressing of the record. This method helps preserve the fine details and dynamic range of the sound.
The record was created from a 24-bit / 192 kHz high-resolution digital master. The analog master tapes, now showing signs of wear, were not used. Because the One Step process only allows for small runs of 500 to 700 copies per series, a new lacquer cut must be made between each batch.
This edition stands out for its very quiet pressing and balanced sound reproduction, offering both clarity and precision. The soundstage is wide and well-defined, with excellent separation between instruments and vocals.
Overall, this is a carefully produced reissue that delivers excellent listening quality and is likely one of the best vinyl versions of this album to date.
All technical measurements and audio samples from the different versions are available HERE (link), allowing listeners to evaluate the quality of this edition for themselves.