Fast-forward to 2022, and “Thriller” is being reissued on SACD, a format that offers unparalleled sound quality. The SACD reissue is a remastered version of the original album, using the original master tapes and cutting-edge technology to create a truly immersive listening experience.
The album’s impact went beyond just its commercial success. “Thriller” was a masterclass in music production, songwriting, and music video direction. Jackson’s collaboration with producer Quincy Jones and director John Landis resulted in a cohesive and groundbreaking work that showcased Jackson’s incredible vocal range, songwriting skills, and dance moves.
The remastered audio was then mixed in 5.1 surround sound, allowing listeners to experience the album in a whole new way. The surround mix offers a much more immersive experience than the original stereo mix, with instruments and vocals precisely placed in the soundfield to create a truly cinematic experience.
The remastering process for the “Thriller” SACD was a painstaking one. The original master tapes were carefully transferred to a high-resolution digital format, and then meticulously cleaned up and restored using advanced noise reduction and restoration techniques.
In 1982, Michael Jackson released an album that would change the music industry forever. “Thriller” was more than just an album - it was a cultural phenomenon that catapulted Jackson to global superstardom and redefined the music video as an art form. Now, 40 years later, “Thriller” is back, remastered and reissued on Super Audio CD (SACD), offering a new generation of music lovers a chance to experience the album in all its glory.
