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Talk Talk's seminal album 'Spirit of Eden' receives a half-speed remaster treatment, overseen by Lee Harris and Charlie Hollis.
The remastering process, executed by Matt Colton at Metropolis, involves cutting the lacquer at 16β RPM for superior audio quality.
This marks the first proper remaster since the 1997 digital version, specifically optimized for vinyl playback.
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* Queen will release a 5CD+2LP super deluxe Queen II box set on 27 March 2026 via EMI, expanding the original 1974 album extensively.

* Audio Research I/55 is a compact tube integrated amplifier derived from I/70, succeeding I/50, targeting high-end listeners seeking classic tube sound with mβ¦

* ToxFreeLife tested 81 headphone models from brands including Sony, Apple, JBL, Bose, Samsung, and Temu across European retail and online marketplaces.

* Audio-Technica launches the ATH-CKD7NC USB-C wired earphones on February 27, featuring hybrid noise cancelling and priced at Β₯9,680 via direct sales.