In a FLAC mix, the subtle sound design is startling. You can distinguish the specific textures of leather saddles, the clink of pewter tankards, and the distinct timbre of the actors' voices. When Horrocks (the villain) speaks, his voice occupies the center channel with crisp clarity, while the ambient noise of the men surrounds the viewer. This separation is often lost in lossy compression, where dialogue can get lost in the mix.
The episode introduces "The Watch," a group of men ostensibly protecting the locals but effectively acting as marauders. The audio design here creates an atmosphere of claustrophobia. outlander s01e13 flac
The standout track for this episode is "Falling Through Time." On Spotify, the high-end of the uilleann pipes sounds brittle. In , the timbre is round and mournful. In a FLAC mix, the subtle sound design is startling
The climax of the episode features an ambush by the redcoats. This is a stress test for any audio system. This separation is often lost in lossy compression,
Episode 13 is a turning point. Claire and Jamie are on the run from the Redcoats, hiding in a cave. In standard MP3, the cave scenes sound flat. In , the dynamic range is stunning.