Dolby A: Difference between revisions

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Dolby A is difficult to distinguish from [[Dolby SR]] by sight. Here are some tips on telling them apart:
Dolby A is difficult to distinguish from [[Dolby SR]] by sight. Here are some tips on telling them apart:
* Many studio films made between 1975 and 1985 will have Dolby A tracks.
* Many studio films made between 1975 and 1985 will have Dolby A tracks.
* Some (but not all) films with Dolby A tracks will display the word "Dolby" - rather than "Dolby SR" - with the Dolby logo in the end credits.
* Some (but not all) films with Dolby A tracks will display the word "Dolby" - or "Dolby Stereo" rather than "Dolby SR" - with the Dolby logo in the end credits.
* Some (but not all) films with Dolby A tracks will display the words "Dolby A" on the edges of the film [[leader]].
* Some (but not all) films with Dolby A tracks will display the words "Dolby A" on the edges of the film [[leader]].
* A Dolby A track played in Dolby SR will usually sound harsh or blown out
* A Dolby A track played in Dolby SR will usually sound harsh or blown out