Yes - Close To The Edge - 2013 (FLAC 24-192) release is a highly regarded audiophile edition, primarily known for being the first entry in the band's "Definitive Edition" series remixed by Steven Wilson Key Technical Specifications Resolution: 24-bit / 192kHz (and 24-bit / 96kHz for specific mixes). Primary Format:
While the Blu-ray contains these mixes, they are often presented at 24-bit / 96kHz
Enhanced Detail: Wilson’s remix reduces the harshness of earlier remasters and improves the "roundness" of the sound. Listeners often note that Chris Squire's bass and Bill Bruford's percussion are significantly more resonant and crisp. Yes - Close To The Edge -2013- -FLAC 24-192-
What does "24-192" mean? Standard MP3s or CDs are 16-bit / 44.1 kHz. Your file is "High Resolution," meaning it captures a much wider dynamic range (24-bit) and a higher frequency response (192 kHz) than a standard CD. In theory, this is a perfect copy of the studio master tapes.
Released in 2013 via Panegyric Records, the Steven Wilson remix of Yes’s landmark 1972 album, Close to the Edge Yes - Close To The Edge - 2013
Wilson’s remix fixes the "muddy" mid-range found in earlier pressings without losing the 1970s analog warmth. Dynamic Range:
Track 1: Close to the Edge (18:42)
Zero Compression: The FLAC format preserves every bit of the original master tape's detail.
2. And You and I (10:09)