Inspired by the success of the Deutsche Grammophon Original Source Series of superb vinyl reissues mastered and cut directly from the 4 and 8-track analogue master tapes, I ask the question:
"What if the other great classical labels - EMI, Decca, Columbia/CBS, RCA, Mercury - could do the same? Would they?"
Join me on a deep-dive into my collection as I select a treasure-trove of outstanding classical records from the 1950s to the 1970s that would all benefit from new AAA, audiophile vinyl reissues.
Read my companion articles in trackingangle.com:
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You can follow me on instagram: / music_on_record
Recommended channels for classical music fans and collectors:
The Ultimate Classical Music Guide by David Hurwitz
/ @davesclassicalguide
Poetry On Plastic
/ @poetryonplastic
Flowering Spikes
/ @floweringspikes
The most recent Classical Bums livestream:
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An invaluable guide to all the different pressings of the main classical labels:
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Another excellent resource for new classical recordings is BBC Radio 3's long-standing weekly broadcast "Record Review". Shows remain available to listen to for 30 days after first broadcast:
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My system, which has evolved over 20-plus years, is tube based and many pieces were acquired used. It was mostly put together with the invaluable help and ears of Eliot Midwood at Acoustic Image (acousticimage.com) who is also responsible for many of the fine recordings on the Yarlung label.
Well-Tempered Classic Turntable (round motor)
Micro-Benz Ruby 2 MC Cartridge
Phonostage: Zesto Audio Andros Spirit
Cary Audio CD/SACD 306
Preamp: Kora Equinoxe
Amps: Genesis Monoblocks 60 Amp Valve
Speakers: Silverline Sonatas with upgraded crossover and tweeters (Dynaudio)
Cabling: Aural Symphonics
Custom-made stands, with a Townshend Seismic Sink for the Well-Tempered turntable
5 окт 2024