remaster

American  

[ree-mas-ter, -mah-ster] / riˈmæs tər, -ˈmɑ stər /

verb (used with object)

1. to make a new master tape or record from an old master tape, usually to improve the fidelity of an old recording.

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remaster British  

/ riːˈmɑːstə /

verb

1. (tr) to make a new master audio recording, now usually digital, from (an earlier recording), to produce compact discs or stereo records with improved sound reproduction

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Etymology

Origin of remaster

First recorded in 1960–65; re- + master

Example Sentences

In China, officials involved in the project to remaster kung fu films said they were eager to work with AI companies.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2025

On Wednesday, Nightdive Studios is releasing a remaster of Dark Forces that features enhanced lighting and textures but retains the look and feel of the original game.

From New York Times • Feb. 28, 2024

The LPs made their maiden voyage on CD in 1993, followed by a bravura remaster in 2010.

From Salon • Nov. 10, 2023

Getting past that miscue, the screen-filling effort remaster shines forward maintaining strong color dynamics and consistent crisp visuals with only the occasional hint of film grain.

From Washington Times • Jul. 27, 2023

There have been questions about whether MGS Delta will feel more like a remaster than a top-to-bottom remake.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2023