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Play this FLAC on a neutral DAC + decent headphones or monitors: It bridges the gap between the analog warmth

1. Introduction: The Benchmark of Folk-Rock

Released on June 14, 1972, Simon & Garfunkel's Greatest Hits is one of the best-selling albums of all time. For audio enthusiasts, this album is a "torture test" and a reference standard. It bridges the gap between the analog warmth of the 1960s and the emerging high-fidelity digital standards of the 1970s.

The tracklist was curated not by Art or Paul, but by their label, Columbia Records. Yet, it was perfect:

The Audiophile’s Quest: Decoding “Simon & Garfunkel’s Greatest Hits” (1972) in 88 kHz FLAC

By: Vintage Vinyl Digests