Summer is often the perfect time to get away, to go on multiple trips, to cover miles by car. This atmosphere of the open road and wide spaces immediately brings to mind the album “Autobahn”. “Autobahn” is the fourth studio album by German band Kraftwerk, released in 1974. This album marks a break with theirContinue reading “Kraftwerk – Autobahn – Review – The 50th anniversary edition becomes a reference in Dolby Atmos (Test: blu-ray with tracks in stereo PCM, DTS HDMA 5.1, Dolby Atmos and Tidal Dolby Atmos)”
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Roger Waters – This Is Not A Drill – Live From Prague – review (Streaming Tidal Max, Tidal Dolby Atmos)
Roger Waters, co-founder of Pink Floyd, releases This Is Not A Drill – Live From Prague, recorded live in concert on May 25, 2023, at the O2 Arena. The show is part of his farewell tour, which began in 2022. The setlist includes Pink Floyd classics (Comfortably Numb, Us and Them, Wish You Were Here)Continue reading “Roger Waters – This Is Not A Drill – Live From Prague – review (Streaming Tidal Max, Tidal Dolby Atmos)”
Michael Jackson- Dangerous – Review (LPs, CDs, Streaming, DAT, 1991 to 2021) – updated with MOFI SACD, CD and vinyl record 2025
Following our in-depth technical test of the MOFI SACD and vinyl editions (link to complete analysis), we are updating our comparative study of Michael Jackson’s “Dangerous” album. This review (link) now brings together 16 versions analyzed according to our evaluation protocol, covering all available formats (CD, vinyl, SACD, streaming, cassette, DAT) and reissues released betweenContinue reading “Michael Jackson- Dangerous – Review (LPs, CDs, Streaming, DAT, 1991 to 2021) – updated with MOFI SACD, CD and vinyl record 2025”
Michael Jackson – Dangerous: Is the MOFI Edition (SACD, vinyl record) Magnificent or Disappointing?
MOFI did an outstanding job by working from both the analog and digital master tapes. Indeed, Dangerous was originally produced using a dual-format approach: recorded and mixed in analog, with a simultaneous digital transfer. This explains the presence of both analog and digital sources for this release. The album features 3 analog master formats andContinue reading “Michael Jackson – Dangerous: Is the MOFI Edition (SACD, vinyl record) Magnificent or Disappointing?”
Jaff – TRAVELLING – Respecting the listener’s ear: when an independent artist does better than the majors – Review (Master CD, Master Vinyl and colored Vinyl Record)
Today, I’d like to introduce you to an independent musician whose work stands out for the meticulous care he brings to every stage of the audio production process. Jaff, both a musician and a sound engineer, handles the entire creative chain himself, from recording to mixing and final mastering. What makes his album TRAVELLING particularlyContinue reading “Jaff – TRAVELLING – Respecting the listener’s ear: when an independent artist does better than the majors – Review (Master CD, Master Vinyl and colored Vinyl Record)”
Michael Jackson – Off The Wall – Has the remastering lost the original spirit of the album?- Review and comparison between vinyl records, SACD, CD, cassette and streaming (US, MOFI one step, MFSL, Japan, Qobuz, Tidal, Amazon Music)
Off the Wall is Michael Jackson’s fifth studio album and marks a pivotal turning point in his career. It was his first solo project under Epic Records and, more importantly, the beginning of his legendary collaboration with producer Quincy Jones. The album is a brilliant fusion of funk, disco, pop, R&B, and soul, showcasing aContinue reading “Michael Jackson – Off The Wall – Has the remastering lost the original spirit of the album?- Review and comparison between vinyl records, SACD, CD, cassette and streaming (US, MOFI one step, MFSL, Japan, Qobuz, Tidal, Amazon Music)”
Lorde – Virgin, available in clear CD , but this is not for all the CD player? Review (CD recycled Clear Disc, Streaming Tidal Max and Dolby Atmos)
A clear CD immediately caught my attention when it was announced—especially due to reports of playback issues. I decided to purchase it and run a few tests, which I present below. Lorde, the New Zealand artist who rose to fame with Pure Heroine, returns with Virgin, a bold and introspective fourth album. She explores deeplyContinue reading “Lorde – Virgin, available in clear CD , but this is not for all the CD player? Review (CD recycled Clear Disc, Streaming Tidal Max and Dolby Atmos)”
Dire Straits – “San Antonio Live 1985”: the centerpiece of the Brothers in Arms 40th anniversary box set? – Review (Vinyl, CD, Streaming Tidal Max)
Step back into the summer of 1985 with Dire Straits at their peak, captured in a legendary performance recorded live in San Antonio. Never officially released until now, this electrifying show reveals the full power and finesse of a band at the height of its fame. To celebrate the 40th anniversary of Brothers in Arms, get ready to rediscover the classics like never before — a true gem for lifelong fans and music lovers alike.
Brothers in Arms in 2025, 40 th anniversary : Which Format Delivers the Best Sound? CD, LP, Streaming, Blu-ray, SACD, Stereo to Atmos
“Brothers in Arms” is the fifth studio album by Dire Straits and remains the band’s greatest commercial success, with over 30 million copies sold worldwide, including around 2 million in France. Released in May 1985, the album received a Grammy Award in 1986 for Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical, recognizing its outstanding sound quality. Pioneering forContinue reading “Brothers in Arms in 2025, 40 th anniversary : Which Format Delivers the Best Sound? CD, LP, Streaming, Blu-ray, SACD, Stereo to Atmos”
Anna Lapwood – Firedove | Audiophile Journey: The Organ in Stereo & Dolby Atmos, Between Cathedral and Cinema (The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Inception…)
With Firedove, Anna Lapwood takes the organ off the beaten path, blending sacred repertoire with cinematic inspiration.
This audiophile review explores an ambitious mix at the crossroads of tradition and epic storytelling.
Whether in high-resolution stereo or Dolby Atmos, the album delivers striking spatial depth.
Echoes of The Hunchback of Notre Dame and textures reminiscent of Inception can be heard throughout.
Lapwood’s powerful yet sensitive performance reimagines the classical organ for a new era.
Hi-res streaming or Dolby Atmos: this is a listening experience that demands full attention.