A: It is a matter of some debate among audiophiles. While the 2014 24/96 release offers superior detail and dynamics compared to heavily compressed CD editions, some argue the 1991 original CD pressing has a more natural dynamic range, as later remasters may have introduced compression.
The 2014 digital reissue of Dangerous was not merely a file conversion; it was a definitive remastering project initiated by (a division of Sony Music Entertainment). This release coincided with a broader push by major labels to capitalize on the growing market for High-Resolution Audio. Unlike standard CD-quality files (16-bit/44.1kHz), the 2014 Dangerous utilizes a 24-bit depth for greater dynamic range and a 96kHz sampling rate for extended frequency response beyond the theoretical limits of human hearing, capturing ambient information that standard CD resolution discards. Michael Jackson - Dangerous -2014- -FLAC 24-96-