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Mahler's Third Symphony has received a number of fine recordings. In terms of the sound, Honeck's version with Pittsburg is by far the finest of all. For those who demand surround sound, however, I believe this recording is only in stereo. Ah, but what stereo. The recent recording by Nott and, of course, the Chailly recording are both very fine, both as to interpretation and sound, but the Exton recording of Honeck and Pittsburg wins the sound derby and knocks it out of the ballpark.
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Post by Arnaldo December 24, 2011 (2 of 62)
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Euell Neverno said:
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Being that the third is my favorite Mahler symphony, I'm adding it to my wish list based on your recommendation, even though I've been quite happy with Mahler: Symphony No. 3 - Chailly. But is Honeck's a live performance, and if so, is there applause, like the well received (and reviewed) Mahler: Symphony No. 1 - Honeck?
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Arnaldo said:
Being that the third is my favorite Mahler symphony, I'm adding it to my wish list based on your recommendation, even though I've been quite happy with Mahler: Symphony No. 3 - Chailly. But is Honeck's a live performance, and if so, is there applause, like the well received (and reviewed) Mahler: Symphony No. 1 - Honeck?
It is live, but no applause at the end or discernible audience noise.
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Post by seth December 25, 2011 (4 of 62)
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Euell Neverno said:
Mahler's Third Symphony has received a number of fine recordings. In terms of the sound, Honeck's version with Pittsburg is by far the finest of all. For those who demand surround sound, however, I believe this recording is only in stereo. Ah, but what stereo. The recent recording by Nott and, of course, the Chailly recording are both very fine, both as to interpretation and sound, but the Exton recording of Honeck and Pittsburg wins the sound derby and knocks it out of the ballpark.
At the risk of thread-jacking, generally speaking I have a hard time believing that a stereo recording sounds better than a surround sound.
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Post by Arnaldo December 26, 2011 (5 of 62)
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seth said:
At the risk of thread-jacking, generally speaking I have a hard time believing that a stereo recording sounds better than a surround sound.
A strong contender for SA-CD.net's 2011 Forum Awards, in the linked "Was It Really Necessary To Post This?" and "Think Twice Before Posting" categories.
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seth said:
At the risk of thread-jacking, generally speaking I have a hard time believing that a stereo recording sounds better than a surround sound.
Yes, well have a listen and decide for yourself among the Mahler 3's. The powerful and powerfully recorded Pittsburg brass may bowl you over, regardless of the number of channels. Your assumption that all surround recordings are inherently superior to stereo recordings seems absurd on its face. But, as they say, de gustibus non est disputandum.
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Post by Arnaldo July 2, 2012 (7 of 62)
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Euell Neverno said:
Mahler's Third Symphony has received a numberr the finest of all. For those who demand surround sound, however, I believe this recording is only in stereo. Ah, but what stereo. The recent recording by Nott and, of course, the Chailly recording are both very fine, both as to interpretation and sound, but the Exton recording of Honeck and Pittsburg wins the sound derby and knocks it out of the ballpark.
Just posted a mini-review, compelled by the fact that sonic-wise this is the best 3rd I have ever heard. Euell Neverno's assessment is right on the money in that Exton's engineers have simply outdone themselves, giving Honeck's forces a wide but precise soundstage, with a perfect balance between musicians and ambiance. The performance is beautifully integrated as well, leaving my previously cherished Mahler: Symphony No. 3 - Chailly to bite the dust. In spite of the Mahler avalanche on SACD, this is definitely a most welcome addition.
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Post by krisjan July 2, 2012 (8 of 62)
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Arnaldo said:
Just posted a mini-review, compelled by the fact that sonic-wise this is the best 3rd I have ever heard.
Your profile indicates that you are a headphone listener. Is that how you assessed this SACD? You make no mention of it in the review which is why I checked "not helpful". Headphone listening is very different from speakers and I suggest you make that clear in your reviews.
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canonical said:
Tough crowd.
How so? The fact remains, you listen to headphones and you get a different sound than by listening to regular speakers.
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