The color palette is intentionally muted, with only red left to shine out brightly. These colors are accurately rendered, so that the reds stand out from the darkness or golden-hued light with great contrast. The image is very sharp, and the grain isn't as everpresent as with the first film, so this is actually the best transfer of the two. The soundtrack has no such problems. Both Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1 soundtracks are offered, and both are aggressive mixes that provide punch and presence to all channels.
Directional pans are frequent and accurately placed.
The music is again an industrial or alternative mix, this time with bands like Static-X, Kid Rock, Filter, and The Crystal Method. Expect your subwoofer to be pumping out the bass, though the music pumps lower and louder than the explosions. Dialog was clear, though there are a couple places it gets a little thin and harder to understand. Still, both tracks are excellent, with the DTS getting a slight edge in imaging. There is a decent collection of extras for fans of the film to peruse.