An audio restoration enthusiast and ABBA superfan. In the early 2010s, he gained access to high-resolution flat transfers of ABBA’s original Swedish pressing master tapes (via a private collector). Using a DSD workstation (Merging Horus + Pyramix), he painstakingly de-clicked, de-hummed, and re-equalized each single without dynamic compression. He released his work on private forums under the name “YERAYCITO MASTER SERIES.”
In the sphere of "gray market" audiophile releases, few names are as respected as "Yeraycito." Yeraycito is a collector/engineer known for creating high-resolution transfers of original master tapes, specifically targeting the Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab (MFSL) or "Original Master Recording" aesthetic. Unlike commercial remasters, which often cater to modern radio standards, the Yeraycito Master Series prioritizes dynamic range and tonal neutrality . These are usually vinyl rips performed on high-end turntable setups (often prestigious tonearms like the SME 3012) or transfers from specific geographic vinyl pressings known for superior quality. The goal is to preserve the music as it sounded before digital compression took over the industry. -DSF-ABBA - The Singles YERAYCITO MASTER SERIES...
: Modern singles including "I Still Have Faith In You" and "Don't Shut Me Down." What is a "Master Series"? An audio restoration enthusiast and ABBA superfan
: The official set features 38 tracks, including four songs that weren't original Polar A-sides but were released as singles in specific territories, such as "Hasta Mañana" and "Lay All Your Love On Me". Premium Formats 2CD Hardcover Book He released his work on private forums under
Since this is unofficial, it wouldn’t be on streaming services. Enthusiasts might share via private trackers, audio forums (e.g., Steve Hoffman, Reddit’s r/ABBA), or Soulseek. Not authorized by Polar/Universal, so for personal archival use only.
While the "Yeraycito" versions are community-led, they often mirror official high-resolution releases like the 2024 compilation . This official set celebrates ABBA’s 50-year legacy, starting from their 1974 Eurovision win with "Waterloo". Notable Tracks in High-Res Original Album "People Need Love" Ring Ring (1973) "Dancing Queen" Arrival (1976) "The Winner Takes It All" Super Trouper (1980) "Don't Shut Me Down" Voyage (2021) Why Audiophiles Prefer DSF/DSD