Popular Post Archimago Posted December 29, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted December 29, 2020 38 minutes ago, GUTB said: Just an album but with an MQA version available. MQA-CD is actually a combination of MQA and UHQCD which is a new disc media material and mastering process. The discs return a stronger signal to the reader. I also tested these independently (ie, UHQCD with no MQA) using samplers from JapanCD. The samplers contain a UHQCD disc and a regular CD of the same tracks so you can compare them. When I tested it with my older DAC and CD player, I found there was a minor improvement in bass definition. Actually I should go back to them using my new DAC and CD transport. Aside from MQA-CD, you can buy MQA downloads from certain sites. The one with the largest selection as far as I know is Highresaudio.com. Back in 2018, Agitater did a great write-up using imported Japanese MQA-CD/UHQCD vs. CD: "MQA-CD x UHQCD" Listening Test by Agitater Summary: He and his buddies not impressed. No surprise since the MQA algorithm will take up space, leaving even less room for actual content/resolution on a 16/44.1 CD carrier. UkPhil, MikeyFresh and botrytis 2 1 Archimago's Musings: A "more objective" take for the Rational Audiophile. Beyond mere fidelity, into immersion and realism. R.I.P. MQA 2014-2023: Hyped product thanks to uneducated, uncritical advocates & captured press. Link to comment
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