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: Many digital hi-res versions are based on the 24-bit transfers of the original analog master tapes performed at the Van Gelder Studio.
: Various vinyl reissues and digital versions released around 2017–2018 often use masters cut by engineers like Kevin Gray , which are frequently cited for their superior clarity and "three-dimensional" depth.
: High-definition versions of the album, such as 24-bit / 192 kHz or 24-bit / 96 kHz , are primarily available through digital audiophile storefronts like Qobuz and HDtracks . Key Remasters :
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