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Review by JW December 30, 2003
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Review in three parts;
PART I.
This SACD is so much better than it's silver 1984 MCA predecessor its laughable. Even the redbook layer is a big step-up from the RBCD that I own (250 422-2 (MCAD-37220)).
The soundstage is wider and deeper, the treble on the SACD is so extended (the RBCD is very ... more |
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Review by tream December 30, 2003
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Johnny Cash is an American Legend, and defies categorization, even if you might find him listed as a country star. He was one of the original Sun Records stars (along with Elvis, Carl Perkins, and Jerry Lee Lewis - hard to believe that the sole survivor is Jerry Lee Lewis, AKA "The Killer") and had ... more |
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Review by René R December 28, 2003
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One of the great Stereo SACD's out there, being very well recorded and played. I feel it is the closest you can get to a harpsichord on SACD, with good dynamics and clear unmanipulated sound. For me the works of Andrea Ruckers and Joannes Couchet stand out especially no 3, 14 and 17 on this disc. Of ... more |
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I'd just like to confirm what nucaleena said--and add that the surround mix is indeed superb. Very nice dynamics, and a lovely variation in tempo that never drags or goes too fast.
I also have to agree that the cover art is not wonderful. It would have been soooo easy to snap and include a few ... more |
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Review by Chris December 27, 2003
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This Chandos SACD, is yet another example of their natural recordings,and as usual, the difference between the RBCD layer and the SACD layer, is obvious. The SACD is simply more natural, more atmospheric and real than the already quite good RBCD version,with good string tone and a wonderful feeling ... more |
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