Remaster

usgb/ˌriːˈmæstər/
verb

To make a new or improved version of a product, especially a piece of music or film.

They decided to remaster the Beatles' albums for a modern audience.
Visual representation of "remaster" - To make a new or improved version of a product, especially a piece of music or film.

Often appears as...

  • remaster a recording
  • remaster for digital
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Cultural Relevance

Understanding why classics are remastered helps grasp cultural preferences over time.

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To keep the cultural significance alive, they remastered Chaplin’s films.
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Time Factor

'Remaster' suggests updates to suit current technical standards or tastes.

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The studio will remaster the 80's sitcom for high-definition screens.
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Audience Expectations

A remastered work should fulfill the expectations of a new or wider audience.

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They remastered the jazz classics, hoping to attract today’s youth.
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