ITunes 11: Audio Changes?
I just downloaded the new iTunes 11 last night.
Upon playing some songs, they sound just all wrong now. What I mean by that is, it's like the equalizer settings have changed or something. I have had it set to where it is probably since 2002. I checked to make sure it was indeed on and it was. This started happening only after this new version and am wondering if anyone else is noticing this too, as well as if there is anything I could possibly change.
I think iTunes 11 sounds better than previous versions.
I don't listen from the computer or headphones, I just stream optically with an Airport Express into a high end hi-fi system and there are improvements in many areas of the audio; it is more dynamic, more spacious and tracks which needed a 'tweak' to the eq to remove an edge to vocals or brass no longer need adjustment.
It is not just my oppinion - others in my family have passed similar comments.
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