Esp1
2004-02-04 08:19:09 UTC
http://www.highfidelityreview.com/news/news.asp?newsnumber=19510882
DualDisc-logoen finner du på siden.
"DualDisc, the hybrid CD/DVD format, officially became a reality today with
the release of thirteen titles into the small test markets of Boston and
Seattle. DualDiscs are double-sided, on one, Compact Disc compatible digital
audio at 44.1kHz 16-bit and on the other, DVD-Video, with the possibility of
including high-resolution DVD-Audio content.
Many uninformed industry commentators claimed DualDisc would be impossible,
the obstacles being disc thickness and CD patents, but both issues have been
overcome by a consortium of five major record labels - BMG, EMI, Warner
Music Group, Sony Music and Universal - all of which have titles amongst the
initial batch of thirteen.
A Warner Music executive, talking to High Fidelity Review, was quick to
convey their hopes for the format: "WMG is testing the DualDisc in select
markets. DualDisc is a feature rich and flexible music product with highest
quality fidelity available. Identical in size and looks to a Compact Disc or
DVD disc, the DualDisc offers consumers the option of playing the disc in
either a CD player and or DVD player. WMG's DualDiscs contain the
traditional CD format on one side, with its multiple options while the other
side features DVD-Audio technology, which includes Advanced ResolutionT,
multi-channel audio and the option of including video footage, still images
and photos, lyrics, and Web links. The result is a product that provides the
consumer with an exciting new dimension to the recorded music experience."
One of the most interesting aspects of the DualDisc experiment is the
involvement of Sony Music, currently promoting their SACD format. Their
representatives would not be drawn into any off- or on-the-record statements
about whether DualDisc would encompass an SACD layer, but they too are
hoping that DualDisc enjoys a bright future.
Officially confirming their participation when talking to High Fidelity
Review, Sony issued the following statement:
"Sony Music today confirmed that it has joined an effort to test a new
product in two markets. The product, known as DualDisc, offers dramatically
expanded capabilities beyond those of the traditional CD by combining CD
audio and DVD video on a single two-sided disc. DualDisc is playable on
existing CD and DVD hardware, personal computers and game consoles. The new
product capitalizes on the popularity of DVD by including a DVD compatible
portion that can contain exclusive video footage, unique films or other
video content that will help to expand the relationship between artists and
their fans. In addition, the DualDisc features surround sound capabilities
and web-based interactivity, and can provide maximum portability by
including digital music files right on the disc. By combining music, video,
interactivity and portability in a single disc, DualDisc will provide music
consumers enhanced value and greater convenience. The test features releases
from a wide variety of Sony Music artists, including AC/DC, Audioslave,
David Bowie, and Good Charlotte."
We expect similar statements from EMI and Universal sometime later this
week, both companies responded positively to our requests for attributable
quotes, but were perhaps caught somewhat unawares of the media interest the
DualDisc market tests would generate.
To coincide with the launch of DualDisc, High Fidelity Review today
commenced a serious of articles about the format and its potential impact on
the industry, together with details about the discs themselves and the
surprising reaction from manufacturers of existing dual-sided disc
technologies."
Game over for SACD?
Esp1
DualDisc-logoen finner du på siden.
"DualDisc, the hybrid CD/DVD format, officially became a reality today with
the release of thirteen titles into the small test markets of Boston and
Seattle. DualDiscs are double-sided, on one, Compact Disc compatible digital
audio at 44.1kHz 16-bit and on the other, DVD-Video, with the possibility of
including high-resolution DVD-Audio content.
Many uninformed industry commentators claimed DualDisc would be impossible,
the obstacles being disc thickness and CD patents, but both issues have been
overcome by a consortium of five major record labels - BMG, EMI, Warner
Music Group, Sony Music and Universal - all of which have titles amongst the
initial batch of thirteen.
A Warner Music executive, talking to High Fidelity Review, was quick to
convey their hopes for the format: "WMG is testing the DualDisc in select
markets. DualDisc is a feature rich and flexible music product with highest
quality fidelity available. Identical in size and looks to a Compact Disc or
DVD disc, the DualDisc offers consumers the option of playing the disc in
either a CD player and or DVD player. WMG's DualDiscs contain the
traditional CD format on one side, with its multiple options while the other
side features DVD-Audio technology, which includes Advanced ResolutionT,
multi-channel audio and the option of including video footage, still images
and photos, lyrics, and Web links. The result is a product that provides the
consumer with an exciting new dimension to the recorded music experience."
One of the most interesting aspects of the DualDisc experiment is the
involvement of Sony Music, currently promoting their SACD format. Their
representatives would not be drawn into any off- or on-the-record statements
about whether DualDisc would encompass an SACD layer, but they too are
hoping that DualDisc enjoys a bright future.
Officially confirming their participation when talking to High Fidelity
Review, Sony issued the following statement:
"Sony Music today confirmed that it has joined an effort to test a new
product in two markets. The product, known as DualDisc, offers dramatically
expanded capabilities beyond those of the traditional CD by combining CD
audio and DVD video on a single two-sided disc. DualDisc is playable on
existing CD and DVD hardware, personal computers and game consoles. The new
product capitalizes on the popularity of DVD by including a DVD compatible
portion that can contain exclusive video footage, unique films or other
video content that will help to expand the relationship between artists and
their fans. In addition, the DualDisc features surround sound capabilities
and web-based interactivity, and can provide maximum portability by
including digital music files right on the disc. By combining music, video,
interactivity and portability in a single disc, DualDisc will provide music
consumers enhanced value and greater convenience. The test features releases
from a wide variety of Sony Music artists, including AC/DC, Audioslave,
David Bowie, and Good Charlotte."
We expect similar statements from EMI and Universal sometime later this
week, both companies responded positively to our requests for attributable
quotes, but were perhaps caught somewhat unawares of the media interest the
DualDisc market tests would generate.
To coincide with the launch of DualDisc, High Fidelity Review today
commenced a serious of articles about the format and its potential impact on
the industry, together with details about the discs themselves and the
surprising reaction from manufacturers of existing dual-sided disc
technologies."
Game over for SACD?
Esp1