Yes - Close To The Edge -2013- -flac 24-192- Direct

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High-Resolution Analysis: Yes’s Close to the Edge (2013, FLAC 24-bit/192kHz)

Original 1972 Stereo Mix

: Transferred directly from the original analogue master tape at 24-bit / 192 kHz with no additional EQ or compression. Yes - Close To The Edge -2013- -FLAC 24-192-

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Opening textures: The acoustic guitars and subtle percussive fingerings in the first section gain clarity; stereo placement of acoustic and electric instruments becomes more evident.
Keyboard colors: Wakeman’s organ and Mellotron layers show more timbral nuance—overtones and mechanical character that are smoothed in lower-res masters.
Bass articulation: Chris Squire’s tone—round, punchy, with a singing midrange—benefits from reduced masking, so melodic bass lines are easier to follow.
Climaxes and cymbal detail: Cymbal shimmer and snare attack retain crispness without sounding brittle when source material and mastering are tasteful.

For casual listening on earbuds? No.

You won’t hear the difference.

This article dives deep into why this particular high-resolution release is considered a landmark for collectors, the technical magic behind the 24-bit/192kHz FLAC encoding, and how it transforms one of the most complex albums ever recorded. Opening textures: The acoustic guitars and subtle percussive

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This specific 24-bit / 192kHz FLAC typically originates from the component of the 2013 set, which contained multiple audio streams:

Introduction

The 2013 high-resolution (hi-res) reissue of Yes’s seminal 1972 album Close to the Edge represents a pivotal moment in audiophile catalog remastering. Released in FLAC 24-bit/192kHz format, this edition aims to transcend the limitations of the original Red Book CD (16-bit/44.1kHz). This paper examines the technical specifications, sonic implications, and historical context of this specific digital transfer.