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The search for the original 2005 MGMT Time to Pretend EP ) is a deep dive into the band's indietronica roots. Released on August 30, 2005 Cantora Records , this EP was limited to just 1,000 CD copies

: For those seeking the "hot" sound quality, ripping this CD into a lossless FLAC format is the only way to preserve the dynamic range of the original 2005 masters, which differ significantly in texture from the later Columbia Records releases. mgmt 2005 time to pretend cds canrcd 01 flac hot

: On Discogs , this specific pressing has seen high-end sales reaching up to $225.00 , with a median price typically around $150.00 . The search for the original 2005 MGMT Time

But what makes the holy is the mastering (or lack thereof). Unlike the later 2008 Time to Pretend EP (which was cleaned up for Cantora/Columbia), the 2005 CDr is raw. It is quiet. It is muddy. It is perfect . But what makes the holy is the mastering (or lack thereof)

While the title track and "Kids" became global anthems via Oracular Spectacular , these original 2005 versions offer a distinct, rougher charm.

In digital music circles, "hot" often refers to a "hot" master—audio that has been mastered at a very high volume (high signal-to-noise ratio), sometimes reaching the digital ceiling and resulting in a "loudness war" style sound. Alternatively, in scene release naming, it can sometimes be a tag used by specific uploaders or groups. Collector's Note FLAC Explained: Compress with No Quality Loss - Lenovo