: High-resolution versions often utilize a master that avoids the extreme "loudness war" compression found on some CD releases, providing more breathing room for the instruments.
At 96kHz, the high-frequency textures of John Petrucci’s legendary guitar tone are rendered without the "aliasing" or harshness found in lower-bitrate MP3s. dream theater dream theater 2013 flac 2496 extra quality
It was produced by John Petrucci and engineered/mixed by Richard Chycki , known for his work with Rush and Aerosmith. : High-resolution versions often utilize a master that
was also released as part of the Deluxe Edition CD/DVD-Audio set. ProStudioMasters Extra Quality & Content was also released as part of the Deluxe
High-res FLAC preserves the "breathing room" between instruments. You can hear the nuanced ghost notes on Mangini’s snare and the subtle decay of Jordan Rudess’s sprawling synth pads.
: The album was recorded at Cove City Sound Studios in Glen Cove, New York, between January and May 2013.
: Includes a DVD-Audio with a 5.1 Surround Sound mix , which many fans prefer for its increased dynamic range compared to the 2-channel stereo mix.