There're lots of them out there due to their popularity, but I'd like to get the best sounding ones. I know it's subjective, but still I want to know your favorite version(s). Choices of conductor, orchestra, recording label, all matters.
Beethoven's symphony #5 and Mozart's symphony #40: recommendation
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, Sep 25 2017 10:28 PM
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Posted 25 September 2017 - 11:01 PM
Hello, for me these are the best sounding and the best played.
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Posted 26 September 2017 - 08:57 AM
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Posted 26 September 2017 - 07:04 PM
Thank you guys. I've found 3 of them on Amazon. The 4th recommendation, Mozart's last symphonies, will have to be ordered from ArkivMusic.
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Posted 30 September 2017 - 07:33 AM
I'm listening to Walter's Beethoven Symphony 5 now. A truly superb sounding recording even in CD format (I ripped it directly onto controlPC's music SSD). Thank you Marcin.
Just curiously, how do I take advantage of the DSD format of the disk?
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Posted 30 September 2017 - 07:43 AM
You need to rip the SACD layer using PS3 or selected BD players. I have not done it myself, but there are many guides on Computer Audiophile
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Posted 30 September 2017 - 07:57 AM
I have a PS3 but don't know if or how to make it work. I've also heard of OPPO BD player that can do it. Anyway, this a great recording that I know I will go to very often.
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Posted 30 September 2017 - 08:02 AM
Adrian, I really like the P. H.'s Beethoven Symphony 9 you recommended. Thanks.
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Posted 01 October 2017 - 11:48 AM
I've got two great sounding Beethoven 9 and 5 CDs, now I want more. Please give your take on Chopin (any recording, mostly piano anyway), and Beethoven sonatas. Thank you.
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Posted 01 October 2017 - 10:43 PM
Are you ok with HIP (Historically Informed Performance)?
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Posted 01 October 2017 - 11:55 PM
Yes as long as they sound good.
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Posted 02 October 2017 - 11:37 AM
Chopin soundwise (but also good performances):
- The Complete Nocturnes – Gergely Bogányi (SACD)
- Works For Piano And Orchestra – Nelson Goerner, Frans Brüggen
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Posted 02 October 2017 - 11:22 PM
Thanks bodiebill and Adrian. Let's see if I can find them on Amazon, then somewhere else. The photos look nice and are helpful.
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Posted 21 October 2017 - 06:31 AM
Adrian, I'm listening to the ARCHIV Mozart 40 CD rip now and beginning to appreciate it more. Thanks again.Hello, for me these are the best sounding and the best played.
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