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Close to the Edge

The 2013 high-resolution reissue of Yes’s progressive rock masterpiece, , represents a definitive moment for audiophiles and fans of the genre. Presented in FLAC 24-bit/192kHz , this release offers a surgical level of detail that brings new life to the intricate layering of Jon Anderson’s vocals, Steve Howe’s guitars, and Rick Wakeman’s symphonic keyboards. The 2013 Definitive Edition

Unlike the 1994 “Expanded Edition” (brickwalled), the 2013 high-res version retains the original dynamic range. Analysis tools like the DR (Dynamic Range) Database often rate this 24-192 transfer with scores of DR12 or higher, whereas most CDs hover around DR8. That means the quiet parts are quiet, the loud parts are pristine , and the music has room to breathe.

FLAC

| Component | Meaning | Relevance to Yes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Free Lossless Audio Codec (compressed without losing data, unlike MP3) | Preserves every nuance of the master tape—no harmonic distortion or "swishy" cymbal decay. | | 24-bit | Bit depth (dynamic range: 144dB vs. 96dB for 16-bit) | Captures the whisper of Rick Wakeman’s Mellotron and the explosion of the full band without clipping. | | 192 kHz | Sampling rate (captures frequencies up to 96kHz, far above human hearing) | Ensures perfect temporal resolution for high-frequency harmonics—the "air" around Steve Howe’s acoustic guitar. | Yes - Close To The Edge -2013- -FLAC 24-192-

Original 1972 Stereo Mix

: Transferred directly from the original analogue master tape at 24-bit / 192 kHz with no additional EQ or compression.

for the new stereo and 5.1 surround versions. These remixes utilize the original multitrack recordings to uncover instrumental details previously buried in the original 1972 mix. Dynamic Range: Close to the Edge The 2013 high-resolution reissue

Vocal Balance:

In certain sections (like "I Get Up, I Get Down"), the extreme separation can make the vocal harmonies feel less tightly integrated than they were on the original LP. 📦 Technical & Content Highlights High-Res or Old School Digital - Positive Feedback

• Dynamic Range: The "Loudness Wars" (where music is compressed to sound louder) ruined many classic rock reissues. This release is notably dynamic. The quiet passages—like the ambient bird sounds in the intro or Rick Wakeman’s gentle organ swells—are truly quiet, allowing the explosive sections (like the band crashing in at the 4-minute mark of the title track) to hit with physical impact.
• Top-End Clarity: At 192kHz, the high frequencies are silky smooth. On standard MP3s or lower-quality streams, Steve Howe’s guitar picking and Bill Bruford’s cymbals can sound "swishy" or sibilant. Here, you can hear the wood of the guitar neck and the specific decay of the cymbals. It removes the "digital glare" that often plagues 70s recordings.
• The Low End: Chris Squire’s bass is the backbone of Yes. In 24-bit, the weight of his Rickenbacker is massive. It doesn't just sound like a low frequency; you can hear the growl and the string rattle, distinct from the kick drum.

The Close to the Edge 2013 high-res transfer is arguably the closest we will ever get to sitting in the control room at Advision Studios in 1972 while Eddy Offord moved faders. It reveals the performance behind the production—the squeak of Bill Bruford’s kick drum pedal, the harmonic bleed between Steve Howe’s dual guitar tracks, the unquantized, human rush of the final chord. Dynamic Range: The "Loudness Wars" (where music is

The "Yes - Close To The Edge - 2013 - FLAC 24-192" is essential listening for audiophiles and prog-rock fans. It respects the original mix while utilizing modern technology to extract every ounce of detail from the master tapes.