| Version | Characteristics | |--------|----------------| | 1971 Vinyl | Original analog master, warm but can have surface noise. | | 1988 CD (this one) | Early digital transfer, sometimes lower volume but less dynamic range compression than later remasters. | | 1992 "Shine On" CD | Slightly brighter, some say harsher. | | 2011 Discovery remaster | More compressed, louder, but cleaned up noise. | | 2016 Pink Floyd "Early Years" box | New transfers, but Meddle only partially included. |
The climax of "Echoes" (the chaotic, heavy riff around the 18-minute mark) is a torture test for lossy codecs. MP3 at 320kbps introduces pre-echo and smears the cymbal decay. FLAC preserves the original PCM waveform intact. pink floyd meddle 1971 1988 eac flacoa 2021
While no new "remaster" was recorded specifically in 2021, the year marked the widespread digital release of the high-definition versions of the Pink Floyd catalog. Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Pink Floyd: Meddle CD | | 2011 Discovery remaster | More compressed,
: This tool ensures a "bit-perfect" rip, meaning the digital file is an identical clone of the data on the 1988 CD. MP3 at 320kbps introduces pre-echo and smears the
The album has been reissued several times since its original release. A notable reissue was in 1988, possibly on CD or as part of a compilation. More recent releases have been made available on various formats, including vinyl, CD, and digital formats like FLAC.
: The specific mastering source used for this digital copy, likely the Japanese EMI/Toshiba pressing.