Originally Posted by Kent in Welly
So this MQA thingie on Tidal is Really Quite Good™. A couple of observations ...

MQA is completely different. Leaving aside the technological machinations, those old albums now have a life and an energy that instantly dragged me back to the first moment the stylus hit the vinyl and some new band exploded into my teenaged bedroom. So I've been working my way through the (limited) back catalogue on Tidal and the effect is the same, no matter how much of a muddy mess the original album was - I'm looking at you, Yes songs.

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So I'm completely convinced by the promises made about MQA. Someone should go grab Bob out of his office and stand him against the wall so we can all take turns throwing praise and accolades at the man. smile
This beautifully describes and explains what happened to me late last night. Started listening to the Smiths and couldn't stop. Nor could I sit still - the music had the emotional impact you describe so well. It had nothing to do with the copious amount of red wine I was drinking (which seems to be another side effect of MQA - it should come with a health warning - I don't normally drink that much).

The most articulate response I've been able to come up with so far to the Tidal/MQA/Meridian experience was was an offstage quote from a Father Ted episode which keeps popping into mind, "foc**** hell"! So thanks for your help here smile

What a gift!

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