The point here is, of course, while I'm thrilled with Anesini's work on the Elvis titles so far, I still wonder if he's been given access to the actual master tapes. I suppose the *warmth* on the DCC may be attributed to tubes, but what gives with the channel reversal? There are more differences, but the ones I've pointed out could be heard on a walkman with cheap headphones. Is this compression? 'Can't Help Falling In Love' has the channels reversed on the Anesini CD - and has less warmth.
'Love Me Tender (Stereo Version)' on the DCC disc is much wider and warmer 'Love Me Tender (Stereo Version)' on the Anesini CD is considerably more narrow and forward-sounding. The person who posted above that these may be PCM-based could very well be correct.įor instance, two OBVIOUS examples from comparing tracks from Anesini's 'Heart & Soul' DSD remaster to the same tracks on Steve's '24 Karat Hits' can be heard without paying attention. Even though I'm very excited at the thought that Vic Anesini might be involved in potential future masterings of the Elvis catalogue - and even though I think his work sounds leagues better than previous BMG versions - I still can't shake the feeling that something funny is going on with the sound.