While the Western release of Gareth Evans’ 2011 masterpiece was a global phenomenon, many fans argue that the dubbed versions or the altered international soundtracks fundamentally change the movie's DNA. Here is why finding and using the original Indonesian audio track is objectively the better way to experience the film. 1. Authentic Performance and Grittiness
Watching The Raid: Redemption with its original Indonesian audio isn't just for "film snobs"—it’s for anyone who wants to feel the full impact of the Pencak Silat fighting style and the oppressive atmosphere of the Jakarta slums. The original voices provide a level of immersion that a dub simply cannot replicate.
One of the biggest reasons users look for separate audio tracks is the soundtrack discrepancy.
International "double-dipped" Blu-rays or digital releases sometimes compress secondary audio tracks. Fans seeking a high-quality Indonesian AC3 or DTS track are often looking for a bitrate that preserves the bone-crunching foley work. In The Raid , the sound of a machete hitting a wall or a knee hitting a rib is just as important as the dialogue. A dedicated original audio track usually offers a more balanced mix between the background chaos and the character voices. 4. How to Properly Sync a Downloaded Audio Track
Features a score by Mike Shinoda (of Linkin Park) and Joseph Trapanese. It is industrial, synth-heavy, and very "Hollywood."
Many purists believe the Prayogi/Yuskemal score fits the "dirty" aesthetic of the apartment block much better. By downloading the original Indonesian audio track, you often get access to the soundscape exactly as the director originally intended. 3. Improved Audio Fidelity and Mixing