The request for a "patched" FLAC version of Louis Armstrong
Widely considered a flawless performance and a masterclass in tone and execution. The request for a "patched" FLAC version of
This guide refers to the highly regarded box set, The Complete Louis Armstrong Decca Sessions (1935–1946) . Why a "Patched" Version? Errors corrected from an initial rip – The
– The original FLAC rip had a glitch, skip, or dropout (from a scratched CD or faulty drive). A “patched” version replaces the defective sector(s) with a clean copy from another source (another CD pressing, a different rip from the same disc, or a digital purchase). MP3 is "lossy"—it throws away frequencies your ear
MP3 is "lossy"—it throws away frequencies your ear supposedly can't hear. In 1930s recordings, the frequency range is already limited. If you compress a 1935 recording to MP3, you lose the subtle details of the recording studio ambiance and the breathy lower register of Armstrong's voice. FLAC preserves every bit of data captured from the original source.
used by audiophiles to ensure no audio quality is lost compared to the original CD or master source. "Patched" meaning:
