Find the full review including samples allowing comparison of these new versions, as well as all measurements, including the new 3D spatialization representation graph.
This analysis puts the different editions of the album Dangerous into perspective by incorporating dynamic range (DR) and spatialization (SK/SP) measurements, as well as visualizations of soundstage occupancy. It also provides a concrete assessment of the contribution of the new Dolby Atmos mix compared to the stereo and Blu-spec CD2 versions, through comparative listening and representative audio excerpts.
Overall, the results offer a comprehensive overview of the mixing and mastering choices.
18 versions reviewed :
Ed1: Vinyl ref EPC 465802 1 — 1991
Ed2: Vinyl ref 8875120931 — 2015
Ed3: Vinyl Red Black ref 9439889101 — 2021
Ed4: Cassette ref EGT 45400 — 1991
Ed5: CD ref EPC 465802 2 — 1991
Ed6: CD Japan ref ESCA 5500 — 1991
Ed7: CD ref 504424 2 — 2001
Ed8: CD ref EICP 1197 — 2009
Ed9: Qobuz Streaming Hi-Res
Ed10: Amazon Streaming UltraHD
Ed11: Tidal Streaming Master
Ed12: Vinyl Picture Disc ref 1907586644-15 — 2018
Ed13: DAT Master
Ed14: MOFI SACD – 2025
Ed15: MOFI CD layer – 2025
Ed16: MOFI vinyl record – 2025
Ed17: Blu-spec CD2 – 2018
Ed18: Apple Dolby Atmos – 2026
Enjoy listening.