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Jim Root Defends Authenticity of Analog Over Digital

1/14/2025

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Jim Root champions the raw power of analog amplifiers, rejecting the sterile perfection of digital tools like the Quad Cortex. He argues that today’s polished metal music lacks the authenticity that comes from organic recordings. For Root, preserving a natural sound is essential, as over-editing strips away the soul of the music.

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Jim Root champions the raw power of analog amplifiers, rejecting the sterile perfection of digital tools like the Quad Cortex. He argues that today’s polished metal music lacks the authenticity that comes from organic recordings. For Root, preserving a natural sound is essential, as over-editing strips away the soul of the music.