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🦻 Even the pros can't tell CD from Hi-Res anymore

🦻 Even the pros can't tell CD from Hi-Res anymore

Leading spatial audio producer come clean about the imperceptible difference between CD and high-res formats

Colin Toh
November 05, 2024

Audio Bytes #57 is presented by Headphonesty

🔦 SPOTLIGHT

Steven Wilson’s surprising admission challenges high-res audio claims

Are your ears playing tricks on you?

Consider this: Steven Wilson, a leading Dolby Atmos producer, recently confessed that he can barely tell the difference between CD-quality and high-resolution audio. Yes, you read that right. In his London studio, equipped with gear that costs more than your car, this industry titan is making audiophiles rethink their expensive setups and audiophile status.

So why does Wilson continue to record in high resolution if he can’t hear the difference? The answer may surprise you.

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