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Krauss & Plant - Raising Sand query

post #1 of 5
8/15/09 at 3:52am
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I just bought this CD. I have already ripped 2 copies, one FLAC for my PC and the other CBR 320 kbps for my iPod. I was surprised to find Alison Krauss' voice slightly distorted at times as if she was taking a higher note than what was possible.

In the ripped tracks I also notice some background hiss, although very minute it is noticeable. Why is this? There is no noise whatsoever when I pause the track - therefore no issue with my interconnects or external noise.

Can someone shed light on this?
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post #2 of 5
8/15/09 at 3:59am
You probably ripped it at an increased volume than what its natural gain was.
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post #3 of 5
8/15/09 at 9:23am
There is a small amount of hiss on the original recording, as if it was recorded to analogue tape - the sleeve notes don't indicate if that was, or not, the actual case.

I haven't noticed any distortion in Alison's voice. However, the CD is mastered loud (peaks up to around -1db) and I've read somewhere that this can cause minor issues for some DACs. Although loud, it does have a wide dynamic range and a good, if characterfull, overall mastering.

BTW, I've grown to love this album - very unique. Can't wait for their next one.
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post #4 of 5
8/15/09 at 3:55pm
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It is very unique. I just feel at times the recording didn't do full justice to her voice. She's capable of some truly remarkable vocals, so captivating you just listen to the track again. I wonder if it's the mastering or just my equipment.
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post #5 of 5
8/15/09 at 4:23pm
I have it on both CD and vinyl and don't notice the distortion you mention.
I like the album a lot.
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