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Music Ward => Music Discussion => Topic started by: steve on July 21, 2016, 11:00:17 AM

Title: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on July 21, 2016, 11:00:17 AM
Every now and then I receive an email/link to some wonderful video/music. I was thinking we could share our favorite reference audio selections (keep it nice).

I have a few to start off with.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDqTBlKU4CE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gGyKg2fWehU&feature=youtu.be

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xCoxGV7j71c&feature=youtu.be

http://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=laura+bretan&view=detail&mid=3CB6901018DA49169B603CB6901018DA49169B60&FORM=VIRE

Cheers
Steve
Title: Re: Sharing wonderful videos and music.....
Post by: richidoo on July 21, 2016, 11:34:05 AM
Very nice topic, Steve, thanks!  :thumb:


The great jazz trumpeter Clifford Brown has been my hero since I was 9. This is the only known video of him playing. Recorded in Feb, 1956, at age 25, 5 months before he died in car crash.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9iuP3CfFZDQ

Though the show was on the air 1953-1959, and many jazz artists made appearances, Miles Davis appeared 6 times, none of the live performances were recorded except for three. Only this one has ever surfaced, because Soupy Sales himself rediscovered this kinescope video recording in his garage in mid 1990s.
Title: Re: Sharing wonderful videos and music.....
Post by: P.I. on July 21, 2016, 01:47:51 PM
Very nice topic, Steve, thanks!  :thumb:


The great jazz trumpeter Clifford Brown has been my hero since I was 9. This is the only known video of him playing. Recorded in Feb, 1956, at age 25, 5 months before he died in car crash.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9iuP3CfFZDQ

Though the show was on the air 1953-1959, and many jazz artists made appearances, Miles Davis appeared 6 times, none of the live performances were recorded except for three. Only this one has ever surfaced, because Soupy Sales himself rediscovered this kinescope video recording in his garage in mid 1990s.
With Sarah Vaughan: [url]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dizSZr6WTpk/url]

Great stuff!
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: richidoo on July 21, 2016, 02:55:22 PM
I have that on a CD, the worst digital mastering I own!  But still worth listening.
Title: Re: Sharing wonderful videos and music.....
Post by: steve on July 21, 2016, 03:58:09 PM
Very nice topic, Steve, thanks!  :thumb:


The great jazz trumpeter Clifford Brown has been my hero since I was 9. This is the only known video of him playing. Recorded in Feb, 1956, at age 25, 5 months before he died in car crash.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9iuP3CfFZDQ

Though the show was on the air 1953-1959, and many jazz artists made appearances, Miles Davis appeared 6 times, none of the live performances were recorded except for three. Only this one has ever surfaced, because Soupy Sales himself rediscovered this kinescope video recording in his garage in mid 1990s.
With Sarah Vaughan: [url]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dizSZr6WTpk/url]

Great stuff!

Sarah Vaughan has a great voice, broken hearted melody, she shines.

I never got into soprano until Jackie Evancho arrived on the scene. Now I have Maria Callas, Beverly Sills, Tebaldi,
Renee Fleming etc.

Here is another one, Amira, from the Netherlands I believe.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=66-A2MyVDbU

Cheers
Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: mfsoa on July 21, 2016, 04:09:40 PM
Thanks for the Brownie, it was delicious  :thumb:

I'll admit that few will have any interest in this clip but it has a personal story:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59lBywfO_yo (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59lBywfO_yo)

Billy Cobham has been my favorite drummer for more than 40 years now, and is responsible for helping to usher in a huge change in the role of the drum kit.

Shabazz was the first album I ever purchased. Played the hell out of it and have it burned into my brain. The album was lost long ago and I hadn't heard it in decades...

...Until I stumble across this video, which is a vid of the actual concert that the LP was made from!  I had no idea that a video existed, and having lost the album had thought that I'd never hear this again. So to find a video of my long=lost first album of the most important musician in my life - well, I was excited, anyway.

(Maybe Bob M my fellow fusion-head might like this - some cool early synth stuff)

-Mike


Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: _Scotty_ on July 21, 2016, 04:23:34 PM
The Billy Cobham album you loved is available on CD from Amazon and it is also available on used vinyl. See link
https://www.amazon.com/Shabazz-COBHAM-BILLY/dp/B00K0PDRFA/ref=sr_1_1?s=music&ie=UTF8&qid=1469142853&sr=1-1&keywords=Billy+Cobham++++Shabazz
My favorite Billy Cobham album is Crosswinds. I haven't worn it out yet either, damn entertaining.
Honorable mention goes to A Funky Thide of Sings.
Scotty
Title: Re: Sharing wonderful videos and music.....
Post by: richidoo on July 21, 2016, 06:04:30 PM
I never got into soprano until Jackie Evancho arrived on the scene. Now I have Maria Callas, Beverly Sills, Tebaldi,
Renee Fleming etc.

Maria Callas one of the few that moves me.  :thumb:

What's a good video of her, Steve? I have wandered around yootoob listening to her on occasion, but not knowing what's her best.
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: richidoo on July 21, 2016, 06:17:50 PM
...Until I stumble across this video, which is a vid of the actual concert that the LP was made from!  I had no idea that a video existed, and having lost the album had thought that I'd never hear this again. So to find a video of my long=lost first album of the most important musician in my life - well, I was excited, anyway.

Wow, that's awesome Mike! I can't imagine getting to see on video some of the great albums that I grew up with.

I first learned about Cobham while at college. Lots of young drummers there worshiped him as the best ever. I was impressed by his impressive physique. My drummer loved him and also had huge guns.
Title: Re: Sharing wonderful videos and music.....
Post by: steve on July 21, 2016, 09:14:33 PM
I never got into soprano until Jackie Evancho arrived on the scene. Now I have Maria Callas, Beverly Sills, Tebaldi,
Renee Fleming etc.

Maria Callas one of the few that moves me.  :thumb:

What's a good video of her, Steve? I have wandered around yootoob listening to her on occasion, but not knowing what's her best.

Hi Rich,

I have these links. Seemed one or two were actually voiced by someone else, but I cannot confirm. Seems I only have one actual video. thought I had more.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s6bSrGbak1g

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3rjOrOt6wFw

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4cSVnqGmOc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=alrBe2XF0IA

Cheers
Pos
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: richidoo on July 22, 2016, 06:51:11 AM
Wow! Thanks Steve. Intonation like a piano
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on July 22, 2016, 10:16:53 AM
Wow! Thanks Steve. Intonation like a piano

Yes, in spades Rich. I am amazed how young prodigies are coming forth. Laura Betran (13), Jackie Evancho (10), Amira (9), Beau Dermott (12), Anna McLuckie (17?), Sal Valentinetti (20) are all simply superb and recorded well.

The recording quality is so good, even through YouTube, that I hope will help one adjust their systems.

Here is Beau

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UUP_aC5-bkM

Anna. I should add where Anna is located, the music is so spacious, amazingly open, and the second verse was evently adjusted as there is more ambience, "echo", space "around" her voice. Difficult to express, but amazing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZJMwiGk-p4

Sal

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gGyKg2fWehU&feature=youtu.be

Miguel, lots of dynamics, nice tonal quality.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRUy-D0JU2I

Cheers
Steve

Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: richidoo on July 23, 2016, 12:36:37 AM
Three Bach compositions I love:

First is from The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1, Prelude and Fugue in C# Minor, BWV 849. Especially the Fugue. 1722!

Prelude: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8GjAin0V0E
Fugue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r1yriKaLasM
Original score to Fuga:
(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/ec/Bach-wtc1-fugue4-ms.jpg)




Another one is Double Harpsichord Concerto in C major BWV 1061, 3rd movement, again a Fugue. Trevor Pinnock. Like mfsoa's Cobham recording, I lost this one for 30 years. I originally heard it on the radio, just once around 1986, but it changed my outlook on classical music, got me into Bach, which had a huge influence on me. I couldn't find the CD, didn't know what to look for, so many harpsichord pieces by Bach and Pinnock did them all. Finally heard it on the radio again last month. Wow, same effect.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ByLvd1HoCac



Last one is another fugue, the 2nd movement from Solo Violin Sonata, BWV 1001. This is Julia Fisher playing. Pretty radical key changes and harmonic tension for 1720, Bach was 35 yo, she was 22.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMRn60AfYvM
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on July 23, 2016, 11:27:13 AM
Rich, I especially like the violin and harpsichord selections. Very nice. The violin player is someone I have not heard before. Wow, she is one talented lady.

Harpsichord, Simon and Garfunkel, Linda Ronstadt come to mind as well. Scarborough Fair (Full Version) Lyrics and Different drummer.

Here are two of Bolero. Both are great for checking numerous instruments. The first has pretty good depth, spaciousness.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KK23BhEQVyU

The second is even better spaciousness with great depth. The tonal may not be quite as good as the first. Have to judge for yourselves.

http://www.trilulilu.ro/video-cultura/ravel-bolero-filarmonica-din-munchen-dirijor-sergi

This third is a solo double bass, very spacious as it should be, and the tonal quality is simply stunning, similar to Anna's link in a previous post.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9P8C6-XqaNs

Cheers
Steve

ps. I am glad to see many visits to enjoy and maybe adjust their systems.
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on July 28, 2016, 04:14:41 PM
Here is another selection by Bretan, from last Tuesday evenings AGT. The soundstage is simply incredible, along with her voice.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjyHZNWQ6I0

Enjoy,

Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on August 08, 2016, 08:42:00 PM
Ailee is another up and comer. Nice soundstage and beautiful voice.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOmnfmXlZCc

Cheers
Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on August 11, 2016, 03:31:13 PM
Here is another one a gentleman emailed to me. It has excellent if not exceptional dynamics, attack time, tonal quality, just a nice piece.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRUy-D0JU2I

Cheers
Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: BobM on August 21, 2016, 02:52:51 PM
Here's a great blues guitar number, from a little known prog guitarist I like - Carl Hupp Project. He does a pretty good job on it. No video, just music.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcMLwp87w4o&index=14&list=PLe9BPDC7W6Oryxv-FwsgbOU3GSCuycxVA
 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcMLwp87w4o&index=14&list=PLe9BPDC7W6Oryxv-FwsgbOU3GSCuycxVA)
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: mresseguie on August 22, 2016, 09:35:59 PM
Has anyone else watched videos/listened to music on Vimeo? The video quality tends to beat YouTube IMO.

Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on August 28, 2016, 08:56:13 PM
I have not Mress. I also should have emphasized the music rather than the video since it was the music that I was most interested in. 

Here is another by Tommy Emmanuel. Sound stage is quite nice, open, and natural.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2K_-nYymYdM

Cheers

Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on September 07, 2016, 03:20:30 PM
Here is a nice orchestra piece by Bach, Brandenburg concerto in G Major.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QLj_gMBqHX8

Cheers

Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on October 14, 2016, 02:58:02 PM
If you love solo violin and ambience, also testing the mids/highs.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=03ze845nRYc

Cheers
Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on October 19, 2016, 02:17:02 PM
I just found this somewhat unusual recording (at least for me) from the balcony of a very large venue. The sound stage is gigantic, ambience is amazing imo. Clapping almost covers the singing.
I like it for testing size of sound stage and ambient information.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=49NglhKS4QA

Cheers

Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on November 12, 2016, 05:12:00 AM
Here is another, guitar and singing is just so natural and live sounding to me. Hope you enjoy.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w5SC1uIxXhk

Cheers

Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on December 07, 2016, 01:44:21 PM
Got another from an audiophile friend visiting. This one has very natural voices, seemingly one is right in the recording studio. Imo great rendition as well.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJAWD--lIQ4&index=1&list=RDXJAWD--lIQ4

Cheers

Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on December 31, 2016, 12:27:58 PM
Another interesting selection for testing.

Two Cellos, Thunderstruck, is not only an interesting audio selection for tonal quality, but the video is pretty interesting and entertaining. The soundstage is not the largest at my venue though, but it might be larger in yours.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uT3SBzmDxGk

Cheers and enjoy.

Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on January 06, 2017, 09:20:26 PM
A truly natural sound of instruments. Nice ambience as well. Video is entertaining for its own sake.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AkrRKolVSM4&feature=youtu.be

Cheers and enjoy.

Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on January 22, 2017, 04:37:56 AM
Jonathan Wilson performs "Ballad Of The Pines" for The Line of Best Fit.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAWCBlaL0oU&app=desktop

Cheers

Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: richidoo on February 17, 2017, 05:34:49 PM
Hairy Carrie Underweary and Keith Urban duet on 2017 Grammy Awards Show

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TpdVc92rrjc

Two incredible singers, at their peak, singing a wholesome, well written song. Pop music is not dead.   But it is disguised with twang accent.

Check Urban guitar licks at the beginning. MF can play. And they both sing in tune, and she is a hot foxx. He wrote the song (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Fighter_(Keith_Urban_song)) and made some big royalties singing it on TV. Love it!
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: richidoo on February 21, 2017, 09:30:22 AM
I ran across this video today... it was featured on my favorite political blog. I was thoroughly enjoying the music when I realized my friend is playing in the band!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ea3Bofkmwlc
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on March 17, 2017, 03:04:10 PM
I always did like Carrie Underwood. She just seems so down to earth, modest, and a good singer.

I was just introduced to a lady named Morgan James. This might be just a touch thin, depending upon your individual system. The recording is incredibly open, and love the percussion.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfxpuV-MJaI

Cheers

Steve


Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: mfsoa on March 17, 2017, 05:20:51 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D457b9QZ0RY (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D457b9QZ0RY)

Wes Montgomery
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: richidoo on March 17, 2017, 06:58:30 PM
That Wes is great. The SQ is far better than the video. I'd never seen him play on video before, so I didn't know he played only with his thumb - explains his articulation. Nice to see Mabern on video. He was my mentor's (James Williams) mentor. Both from Memphis.
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on March 20, 2017, 04:36:19 PM
Here is an interesting piece with a violin sound I have never heard before. Lettice is one talented lady. Recording quality is pretty good as well.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=to_i7z0IQYI

Cheers
Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Bill O'Connell on March 23, 2017, 10:00:12 AM
I can't get enough of this guy.

 Harry Manx

Wise and Otherwise album
His Desert Island collection is also wonderful.
 

 Very nice recordings
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: richidoo on March 23, 2017, 11:12:46 AM
Harry Manx

Wise and Otherwise album

Here you go, Bill
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jo8ftEAvZXg
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Bill O'Connell on March 23, 2017, 06:26:43 PM
Harry Manx

Wise and Otherwise album

Here you go, Bill
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jo8ftEAvZXg

Your the man Rich
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on March 24, 2017, 09:30:16 AM
That is a good one Rich and Bill.

Thanks.
Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Bill O'Connell on March 31, 2017, 11:11:51 AM
Buddy turned me on to this great album.

 Artist: Distance, Light & Sky
 Album: Casting Nets

 Superbly recorded.The whole album is a gem.

this youtube doesn't do them justice but you'll get the gist.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vfOSEVkf5-g&index=7&list=PLR2pnTV5KkgSO9L2IM37jbdNinAm69iSP
 
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on April 19, 2017, 08:59:01 PM
Here is a another selection from Amira. The recording is outstanding imo.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDESzUuZuC0

Cheers
Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: richidoo on April 20, 2017, 09:57:14 AM
If you like modern big band music, you'll like this.   8)

Stan Kenton "Live in Europe"
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFcfi5x3TD5tH_QJN-uPDu71Muc9-GP_O
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on April 28, 2017, 08:06:22 AM
Here is an interesting group and nice quality recording. Besides established talent, I enjoy new talent coming forth with their hopes and enthusiasm displayed.

From their bio:
Quote
The musical style presented by Avalon Jazz Band is inspired by the sort of jazz played in Paris in the 1930s and 40s, especially by the Hot Club de France.

Enjoy.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-hU_X6Vr1MY

Cheers
Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on April 29, 2017, 06:47:16 PM
Another one by Avalon Jazz Band called Caravan. This recording is so transparent, so natural, it is startling. Really a nice test for one's system.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_HcB84GqxA

Cheers
Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on May 08, 2017, 04:29:20 PM
Here is some percussion. This can be quite demanding on the system, so please be careful.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4P4luHdFwA

And some piano from Fan-Ya Lin. Open, natural, huge sound stage. Hearing one cough sends chills, so natural.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ffHOxR2wp6w

Cheers
Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on May 24, 2017, 10:29:46 AM
Never heard of the band before, but a nice selection.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nt2H4uA_q8Y&app=desktop

Cheers
Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on July 02, 2017, 01:29:44 PM
For a little bit of lows, how about a Tuba solo. It should sound clean/crisp, not syrupy.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-UZz3eO_xvs

Cheers
Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on July 02, 2017, 01:31:49 PM
Here is one that is not only recorded well, but in this case, the individual and what she overcame.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKSWXzAnVe0

Cheers
Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on July 03, 2017, 06:51:16 PM
I ran across this video today... it was featured on my favorite political blog. I was thoroughly enjoying the music when I realized my friend is playing in the band!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ea3Bofkmwlc

Who's that, Rich?
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on July 03, 2017, 06:52:27 PM
Here is one that is not only recorded well, but in this case, the individual and what she overcame.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKSWXzAnVe0

Cheers
Steve

Thanks, Steve. Very uplifting...beautiful voice
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: richidoo on July 03, 2017, 07:38:08 PM
I ran across this video today... it was featured on my favorite political blog. I was thoroughly enjoying the music when I realized my friend is playing in the band!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ea3Bofkmwlc

Who's that, Rich?
Nick

Haha!! Someone finally noticed!  :thumb:   Thanks Nick!


He is one of the most beloved members of AudioNervosa.com. Who can guess?


The original lack of response to my post guided me to step down from running AN. Isn't It Ironic it is you who finally noticed?
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: tmazz on July 03, 2017, 07:58:42 PM
Rich did our mystery celebrity play on the album itself or just on stage as part of this performance?  I looked up all of the musical personnel on Can't Buy a Thrill and none of them pop up as a name that I would in any way associate with AN.
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: richidoo on July 03, 2017, 08:37:27 PM
Not on the album.  :-

Band was brand new, right? Isn't this their first song, or first big public appearance?

Edit: Actually, it's not even who I thought it was.  Aaaaahahahahahaa  :rofl:
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on July 04, 2017, 08:22:59 AM
Ironic, yes indeed! I've searched on Google and there are quite a few band members throughout the years. With all the pseudonyms that are used, I really have no idea. The solution is for the "guilty party" to step forward and maybe tell a story of how his involvement with band occurred.
On another note, I'm grateful of the feature at the top of our site to follow unread posts
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: djdube525 on July 06, 2017, 03:42:05 AM
Edit: Actually, it's not even who I thought it was.  Aaaaahahahahahaa  :rofl:

I thought it was a trick question and was trying to figure out Bill Cosby's handle...  :roll:  :)
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on July 19, 2017, 02:22:57 PM
I saw this link when listening to Mean Mary. This is the most natural sounding banjo recording I have ever heard on my system. This recording has a metallic quality, crispness, openness, can't put into words. If some one has another super quality banjo recording, please let me know.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fnMhUPewk6c

Cheers
Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on July 19, 2017, 09:56:59 PM
I saw this link when listening to Mean Mary. This is the most natural sounding banjo recording I have ever heard on my system. This recording has a metallic quality, crispness, openness, can't put into words. If some one has another super quality banjo recording, please let me know.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fnMhUPewk6c

Cheers
Steve

Sure sounded good on Tidal 🎼
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on July 23, 2017, 07:59:11 AM
I saw this link when listening to Mean Mary. This is the most natural sounding banjo recording I have ever heard on my system. This recording has a metallic quality, crispness, openness, can't put into words. If some one has another super quality banjo recording, please let me know.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fnMhUPewk6c

Cheers
Steve

Sure sounded good on Tidal 🎼
Nick

Really good isn't is. Kinda shows just how much the "normal recording" components and process messes up the music.

Here is another pretty good one.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvCq6-zWw7M&feature=youtu.be

Cheers
Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on August 18, 2017, 04:16:09 PM
I am impressed by the mids. Any thoughts on the bass?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xk7VPU2hxOs

Cheers

Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on August 18, 2017, 08:54:46 PM
I am impressed by the mids. Any thoughts on the bass?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xk7VPU2hxOs

Cheers

Steve

A couple of things... why do the nerdy guys always get the good looking girls? It seems like a few of the women I've known have excelled at muttering under their breath..
Thanks for the laugh. She is the youngest and most talented I've ever seen  :thumb:
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on August 19, 2017, 07:53:27 PM
I am impressed by the mids. Any thoughts on the bass?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xk7VPU2hxOs

Cheers

Steve

A couple of things... why do the nerdy guys always get the good looking girls? It seems like a few of the women I've known have excelled at muttering under their breath..
Thanks for the laugh. She is the youngest and most talented I've ever seen  :thumb:

She is pretty good isn't she. She and Mandy Harvey, a singer who is deaf, just blow me over this year.

I love the ambience, very open, hear the hall etc. I am still wondering if the bass is enough. Here is the same performance from another Youtube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=83nqxm32lsY

Cheers

Steve
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Post by: Nick B on August 19, 2017, 10:30:59 PM
I am impressed by the mids. Any thoughts on the bass?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xk7VPU2hxOs

Cheers

Steve

A couple of things... why do the nerdy guys always get the good looking girls? It seems like a few of the women I've known have excelled at muttering under their breath..
Thanks for the laugh. She is the youngest and most talented I've ever seen  :thumb:

She is pretty good isn't she. She and Mandy Harvey, a singer who is deaf, just blow me over this year.

I love the ambience, very open, hear the hall etc. I am still wondering if the bass is enough. Here is the same performance from another Youtube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=83nqxm32lsY

Cheers

Steve


Fun, good sounding.  I prefer this mouse over Topo Giggio :lol:
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Post by: dBe on August 20, 2017, 10:30:35 PM
I am impressed by the mids. Any thoughts on the bass?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xk7VPU2hxOs

Cheers

Steve

A couple of things... why do the nerdy guys always get the good looking girls? It seems like a few of the women I've known have excelled at muttering under their breath..
Thanks for the laugh. She is the youngest and most talented I've ever seen  :thumb:

She is pretty good isn't she. She and Mandy Harvey, a singer who is deaf, just blow me over this year.

I love the ambience, very open, hear the hall etc. I am still wondering if the bass is enough. Here is the same performance from another Youtube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=83nqxm32lsY

Cheers

Steve


Fun, good sounding.  I prefer this mouse over Topo Giggio :lol:
How many people here even know who Topo Giggio.
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on August 21, 2017, 09:30:18 AM
I am impressed by the mids. Any thoughts on the bass?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xk7VPU2hxOs

Cheers

Steve

A couple of things... why do the nerdy guys always get the good looking girls? It seems like a few of the women I've known have excelled at muttering under their breath..
Thanks for the laugh. She is the youngest and most talented I've ever seen  :thumb:

She is pretty good isn't she. She and Mandy Harvey, a singer who is deaf, just blow me over this year.

I love the ambience, very open, hear the hall etc. I am still wondering if the bass is enough. Here is the same performance from another Youtube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=83nqxm32lsY

Cheers

Steve


Fun, good sounding.  I prefer this mouse over Topo Giggio :lol:
How many people here even know who Topo Giggio.

Maybe just you and me, Dave 😳
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on August 21, 2017, 02:23:58 PM
Between the two different youtube recordings of the rabbit/darci, which do you think sounded better? There was a difference in the fullness and bass.

Cheers
Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on August 22, 2017, 09:22:17 AM
I can't tell much from YouTube recordings and don't have the ability to play them on my system. Now, if it's available on Tidal....
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Post by: rollo on August 22, 2017, 11:20:14 AM
I am impressed by the mids. Any thoughts on the bass?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xk7VPU2hxOs

Cheers

Steve

A couple of things... why do the nerdy guys always get the good looking girls? It seems like a few of the women I've known have excelled at muttering under their breath..
Thanks for the laugh. She is the youngest and most talented I've ever seen  :thumb:

She is pretty good isn't she. She and Mandy Harvey, a singer who is deaf, just blow me over this year.

I love the ambience, very open, hear the hall etc. I am still wondering if the bass is enough. Here is the same performance from another Youtube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=83nqxm32lsY

Cheers

Steve


Fun, good sounding.  I prefer this mouse over Topo Giggio :lol:
How many people here even know who Topo Giggio.

Maybe just you and me, Dave 😳

   Me too guys. Ed Sullivan Show OOHHH EDIEEEE. Who were the Harmonica guys I forgot, Harmonicats maybe ???


charles
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: P.I. on August 22, 2017, 12:30:46 PM
I am impressed by the mids. Any thoughts on the bass?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xk7VPU2hxOs

Cheers

Steve

A couple of things... why do the nerdy guys always get the good looking girls? It seems like a few of the women I've known have excelled at muttering under their breath..
Thanks for the laugh. She is the youngest and most talented I've ever seen  :thumb:

She is pretty good isn't she. She and Mandy Harvey, a singer who is deaf, just blow me over this year.

I love the ambience, very open, hear the hall etc. I am still wondering if the bass is enough. Here is the same performance from another Youtube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=83nqxm32lsY

Cheers

Steve


Fun, good sounding.  I prefer this mouse over Topo Giggio :lol:
How many people here even know who Topo Giggio.

Maybe just you and me, Dave 😳

   Me too guys. Ed Sullivan Show OOHHH EDIEEEE. Who were the Harmonica guys I forgot, Harmonicats maybe ???


charles
Yep.  The Harmonicats.
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on August 22, 2017, 03:35:30 PM
This Ed Sullivan stuff makes me feel real old....like an electrolytic capacitor  :-({|=
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on August 31, 2017, 03:23:07 PM
Here is another one from Mandy Harvey, who has been deaf for 10 years. This song is recorded very well.

This song is dedicated to my sister, who became deaf in her mid 20s. She worked to help hubby obtain a medical doctor degree; then started/finished college and obtained her teaching degree. She now teaches deaf kids, some 17 years now.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UgyHwxgGOKA

Cheers
Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on September 11, 2017, 12:52:45 PM
Here is another one from Mandy Harvey, who has been deaf for 10 years. This song is recorded very well.

This song is dedicated to my sister, who became deaf in her mid 20s. She worked to help hubby obtain a medical doctor degree; then started/finished college and obtained her teaching degree. She now teaches deaf kids, some 17 years now.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UgyHwxgGOKA

Cheers
Steve

Very beautiful and uplifting, Steve, and a great dedication.  Thanks for sharing
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on September 26, 2017, 07:37:53 PM
This seems not only well recorded, but also an amazing lady.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SBenttZUT7A

Cheers

Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: BobM on October 06, 2017, 09:51:06 AM
Here's a cover of two Gentle Giant tunes. The first one is played note for note from the album. gotta love that guitar work.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=edgMLD65BBQ#action=share (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=edgMLD65BBQ#action=share)

Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on October 19, 2017, 07:35:55 PM
I happen to own a viola, and came across this well recorded viola solo. Of course it will sound fuller than a violin. Strings will also make a difference, but I was pleased when the recorded viola sounded close to mine. Minimalist recording.

A point that needs to be emphasized is that the recording equipment is half the recording quality, and often the equipment is not that good. This recording happens to be quite excellent.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXomvjeiNYs

Cheers

Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on December 04, 2017, 09:57:08 AM
Here is a selection by Janos Starker playing cello. I think this recording is good for checking for abnormalities in the upper bass to ~lower midrange in one's system.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQg2TnYnxnI

Cheers

Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on January 10, 2018, 06:43:00 PM
Here is a link with a kid striking the lowest and highest piano keys. Simple, but can expose a lack of tonal accuracy and dynamics. Does the piano sound real on your system?

Can speaker adjustment help? Might be a good time to try full pillows (walmart $3.75 for full pillows), cheap, portable, and can help with the waf.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGv96IpeXbg

Cheers

Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: richidoo on January 10, 2018, 06:56:49 PM
Nice bow at the end.
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on January 11, 2018, 03:57:58 PM
Nice bow at the end.

Links be nice to test your line arrays when completed.

Cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: richidoo on January 11, 2018, 04:59:31 PM
Definitely!
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on February 02, 2018, 09:25:09 AM
Here is a pretty good violin solo. Really articulate.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXomvjeiNYs

Cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on February 12, 2018, 02:41:55 PM
A little Vic Damone, in a pretty nice recording. What a voice.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8R0Kq448rxc

Cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: richidoo on February 18, 2018, 11:54:58 AM
Alison Krauss + Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=To1_nOjlLBQ)

Taped 2/19/2003, exactly 15 years ago tomorrow. Incredible audio and video production, the music speaks for itself, if you like pop/bluegrass.

If we had a little more new music like this, audio hobby would be in a much healthier state.
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: dBe on March 10, 2018, 08:30:56 PM
Great players, transparent production and very interesting compositions:

https://www.amazon.com/Innovators-Sam-Cardon/dp/B00004HYNO

Or anything by these guys.

The mixing techniques used are impeccable.  They have several subsequent releases, but this is the one that hooked me. As a drummer, Harvey Mason, Dave Weckl and Simon Philips define the art for me.

Here they are live:   https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=F6T2F-jTuCQ

Enjoy.

Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: richidoo on March 10, 2018, 08:50:43 PM
As a drummer,

Ok, now that explains everything...

Haha

You know about Lester Young, the drummer, right?
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on March 12, 2018, 09:11:08 PM
Here is a great test for low frequencies, openness, naturalness; the gent walking out to, starting the motorcycle, and driving off. How good is your low frequency reproduction? Adjust your speaker placement for optimal low frequency clarity, flatness of response verses the mids, highs, the sound stage etc.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncQq3T58bHI

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on March 12, 2018, 10:15:13 PM
Here is a great test for low frequencies, openness, naturalness; the gent walking out to, starting the motorcycle, and driving off. How good is your low frequency reproduction? Adjust your speaker placement for optimal low frequency clarity, flatness of response verses the mids, highs, the sound stage etc.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncQq3T58bHI

cheers

steve

I really enjoyed listening to CSM. Beautiful harmonies and some great tunes.
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on March 21, 2018, 08:11:20 PM
Here is one that has a huge sound stage and and natural. His CD is also pretty good.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APWhx97QvxE

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on April 02, 2018, 06:50:00 AM
Here is an incredible percussion "lesson". The naturalness and dynamics are simply extra ordinary. True reference. Only wish was that there was more top hat. This one is truly worthy of being in your favorites.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7Iab-AC3Dw

I believe there is also a lesson two, just as good.

cheers

steve
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Post by: steve on April 03, 2018, 05:30:50 PM
Another incredible selection that is almost beyond belief. Minimalist recording, so natural, all the nuisances.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-HJ8kQpm6DU&feature=youtu.be

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: richidoo on April 17, 2018, 05:45:05 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnqjJDRUtLg

Two Romances for Viola and Chamber Ensemble

By American composer and today's birthday boy, Adolphus Hailstork. (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adolphus_Hailstork)

From the album:
(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61MXK4FGAML.jpg)

Sorry, it's not on Spotify, not on Tidal, but some of his other music is.
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on April 25, 2018, 01:29:07 PM
Nice melody and rhythm Rich. 

Here is Toccata and fugue in d minor Bach Sofia Kiprskaya Harp. Nice to hear not always in the spotlight instruments in all their glory. What a beautiful sound.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHhWJQrBVak

and this.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=52wFGGKMuJs

Cheers

steve

Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on May 02, 2018, 02:50:54 PM
On a different genre, this one has an excellent guitar, right up close, and a voice that is immediate.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cb6KLCml05Y&feature=youtu.be

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on May 04, 2018, 05:28:52 PM
This one has a miked guitar, just slightly full. The voices are amazing, the sound is as live, in a garage, really really good.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-HJ8kQpm6DU&feature=youtu.be

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on May 15, 2018, 08:25:14 PM
Clicking this link will provide a real test for ones ability to reproduce percussion, starting at 1:10. The sense of sound stage, dynamics, timbre, accuracy over a descent bandwidth will be tested.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r9-42mu1D9Y&feature=youtu.be

Neal Peart is not bad either. Lots of different instruments in his solo.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWRMOJQDiLU

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on May 15, 2018, 09:14:06 PM
Clicking this link will provide a real test for ones ability to reproduce percussion, starting at 1:10. The sense of sound stage, dynamics, timbre, accuracy over a descent bandwidth will be tested.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r9-42mu1D9Y&feature=youtu.be

Neal Peart is not bad either. Lots of different instruments in his solo.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWRMOJQDiLU

cheers

steve

Great links Steve. Neil Peart is amazing.
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on May 22, 2018, 07:12:11 PM
Thanks Nick. he is good.

Besides sounding great, open, dynamic, see if you can find the one squeaker note mistake in this piece.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPHQJoZjdlo

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on May 23, 2018, 12:01:03 AM
Thanks Nick. he is good.

Besides sounding great, open, dynamic, see if you can find the one squeaker note mistake in this piece.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPHQJoZjdlo

cheers

steve

Steve,
It seems maybe at the 2:50 mark, but otherwise I didn’t notice anything. Thanks for posting.
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on May 23, 2018, 01:49:43 PM
Thanks Nick. he is good.

Besides sounding great, open, dynamic, see if you can find the one squeaker note mistake in this piece.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPHQJoZjdlo

cheers

steve

Steve,
It seems maybe at the 2:50 mark, but otherwise I didn’t notice anything. Thanks for posting.
Nick

Did not mean to put you on the spot Nick. I meant it as a general audience question.

I found two, one at 6:33, but in fairness it was a recording volume change, not orchestra problem.

The second one was at 10:32. A coronet seems to hit the wrong note, I think. I love mistakes because it makes the music seem more real, or live to me. I don't know if I should feel that way, but I do.

Here is one that shows several mistakes, but only after the intermission halfway through, 6:30 and on. See if you can spot multiple goofs, but not necessarily wrong notes.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QLj_gMBqHX8

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on June 17, 2018, 06:53:29 PM
I should not say "mistakes" but "interesting" interactions in the above video.

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on June 28, 2018, 03:51:16 PM
This one you can check out both baritone and soprano voices. I still keep learning of top rated singers such as Dmitri. What a shame we lost Dmitri, a super talent, to brain cancer too young.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t5SlUmCdXf0

Cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on June 28, 2018, 09:43:25 PM
This one you can check out both baritone and soprano voices. I still keep learning of top rated singers such as Dmitri. What a shame we lost Dmitri, a super talent, to brain cancer too young.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t5SlUmCdXf0

Cheers

steve

I really enjoyed that, Steve. A wonderful song and a beautiful setting. It reminded me of the Andre Rieu venues.
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: BobM on July 05, 2018, 02:55:29 PM
Steve Howe (from Yes) playing the blues. Pretty damn good throughout, but if you jump to about the 7 minute mark he jams with Les Paul

https://youtu.be/LZz9UFqNPxk
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on July 10, 2018, 07:18:47 PM
Steve Howe (from Yes) playing the blues. Pretty damn good throughout, but if you jump to about the 7 minute mark he jams with Les Paul

https://youtu.be/LZz9UFqNPxk

Nice sounding guitars for sure Bob. Les still pretty good, love to hear him live sometime.

Thought I had posted this next one, but can't find it. Ligeti, unusual but amazing sonic quality, soundstage.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dtnEyAKkpc8

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on July 10, 2018, 07:54:25 PM
Steve Howe (from Yes) playing the blues. Pretty damn good throughout, but if you jump to about the 7 minute mark he jams with Les Paul

https://youtu.be/LZz9UFqNPxk

Nice sounding guitars for sure Bob. Les still pretty good, love to hear him live sometime.

Thought I had posted this next one, but can't find it. Ligeti, unusual but amazing sonic quality, soundstage.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dtnEyAKkpc8

cheers

steve

That is one intense lady  :-({|=
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on July 25, 2018, 08:50:56 PM
This is some quality recording. Could also check for any rattles in your system or venue.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jaugLriyEbs

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on July 26, 2018, 10:07:05 AM
This is some quality recording. Could also check for any rattles in your system or venue.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jaugLriyEbs

cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve. Very nice 👍 I wonder what that set retails for....
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on July 27, 2018, 06:04:51 PM
This is some quality recording. Could also check for any rattles in your system or venue.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jaugLriyEbs

cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve. Very nice 👍 I wonder what that set retails for....

Looks to me $3528 and discounted to $2338.

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on July 30, 2018, 07:49:32 PM
This next selection is a little different and may leave your jaw on the floor. Or you may have a better description than I.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jYk5u9vKfA

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on July 31, 2018, 08:52:02 AM
This next selection is a little different and may leave your jaw on the floor. Or you may have a better description than I.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jYk5u9vKfA

cheers

steve

It’s been many, many years since I last saw and enjoyed this film. I thought the way this scene was done was brilliant. And here is another classic done by Clint Eastwood, whose voice is better the Lee Marvin’s.
https://youtu.be/nn8YubD01sk
So there is hope for those of us who are not gifted with singing ability....
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on July 31, 2018, 09:48:25 AM
This next selection is a little different and may leave your jaw on the floor. Or you may have a better description than I.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jYk5u9vKfA

cheers

steve

It’s been many, many years since I last saw and enjoyed this film. I thought the way this scene was done was brilliant. And here is another classic done by Clint Eastwood, whose voice is better the Lee Marvin’s.
https://youtu.be/nn8YubD01sk
So there is hope for those of us who are not gifted with singing ability....

I kinda jumped from sharing top notch audio quality, but these last few songs listed are iconic and bring back memories.

Lee reminds me of Phil Phillip's Sea of Love. These songs would just not be the same, iconic songs if performed by any one else. They make the song.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_T8PHEAHOBs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0DTHA3HVj8

The down side?? There is another voice in this world who is not now afraid to sing.  :shock: :shock:

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on August 07, 2018, 12:05:39 PM
I see my joke about me starting to sing went over like a lead balloon.  :lol:

So back to another with great recording quality.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-tzvebu6U08

This one, one can perceive the tremendous openness of the venue and other great qualities.

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on August 07, 2018, 08:15:30 PM
I see my joke about me starting to sing went over like a lead balloon.  :lol:

So back to another with great recording quality.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-tzvebu6U08

This one, one can perceive the tremendous openness of the venue and other great qualities.

cheers

steve

Very nice, indeed. As to your singing, if it sounds good to you....
As to my singing, the world is a better place without it.....
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on September 06, 2018, 06:19:47 PM
I can't remember if I posted this link or not. Viola solo which should have a richer sound than a violin.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXomvjeiNYs

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on September 06, 2018, 09:42:23 PM
I can't remember if I posted this link or not. Viola solo which should have a richer sound than a violin.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXomvjeiNYs

cheers

steve

Very nice and how about this one?  https://youtu.be/Xe11Pp1g39I
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on September 10, 2018, 09:21:53 PM
I can't remember if I posted this link or not. Viola solo which should have a richer sound than a violin.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXomvjeiNYs

cheers

steve

Very nice and how about this one?  https://youtu.be/Xe11Pp1g39I
Nick

How could I forget this. Magnificient Nick. The inner detail, ambience.

cheers and thanks.

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on November 21, 2018, 10:34:45 PM
Here is a great recording and song, "Africa" by the Angel City Chorale. Soundstage is huge,
check if the voices smear together, tonal balance etc. It will test your system, good for
testing buzzes, or other abnormalities. Also, just love this version of the song.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-c9-poC5HGw

Same group on AGT, singing "Baba Yetu".

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XStvwK6yKvs

Cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on November 22, 2018, 02:49:39 PM
Here is a great recording and song, "Africa" by the Angel City Chorale. Soundstage is huge,
check if the voices smear together, tonal balance etc. It will test your system, good for
testing buzzes, or other abnormalities. Also, just love this version of the song.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-c9-poC5HGw

Same group on AGT, singing "Baba Yetu".

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XStvwK6yKvs

Cheers

steve

Never seen anything like the Africa rendition 👏 Thanks for posting
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on November 27, 2018, 07:26:45 PM
Here is one from the MilknBlues, from Brazil. "The Happiest Days of Our Lives, Another Brick in The Wall - Stones + Pink Floyd"

The first selection will produce very punchy bass, and Another Brick has the deepest bass of an electric guitar, in spades. The harmonica is so sweet and live, is the only way I can put it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErHo_oCkspc

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on November 27, 2018, 07:43:37 PM
Here is one from the MilknBlues, from Brazil. "The Happiest Days of Our Lives, Another Brick in The Wall - Stones + Pink Floyd"

The first selection will produce very punchy bass, and Another Brick has the deepest bass of an electric guitar, in spades. The harmonica is so sweet and live, is the only way I can put it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErHo_oCkspc

cheers

steve

Good find 👍   I found one album in Tidal, but none on Qobuz
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on December 03, 2018, 08:09:09 PM
Another by milknblues.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TP71z0h4hyg&feature=youtu.be

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on January 02, 2019, 09:49:09 PM
I was watching a movie tonight (Return to Me) and heard this song for the first time. WOW. Jewel's voice should be absolutely magnificent, beautiful, so special with the effects. I wish I had heard this song years earlier.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJaEGVL6V5o

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on January 02, 2019, 10:30:37 PM
I was watching a movie tonight (Return to Me) and heard this song for the first time. WOW. Jewel's voice should be absolutely magnificent, beautiful, so special with the effects. I wish I had heard this song years earlier.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJaEGVL6V5o

cheers

steve

I found this on Tidal and will play it tomorrow night after my tubes are nicely warmed up. Should sound delightful
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on January 08, 2019, 09:01:40 PM
It is almost like I can hear the recording studio walls, and just floats, a huge sound stage, her voice is so vulnerable.
If there is one fault, the guitar overloads at ~1:35 and ~2:03, but even that sounds neat, a mistake is made.

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on January 24, 2019, 06:40:27 PM
Another genius with the violin, 11 years old, and well recorded. Tonality is great, precise, distinct; just sounds live.
Our privilege with modern electronic marvels, to hear their talent on their way up to adult hood.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WT9jOZLFaEY&feature=youtu.be

Cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on January 24, 2019, 09:39:59 PM
Another genius with the violin, 11 years old, and well recorded. Tonality is great, precise, distinct; just sounds live.
Our privilege with modern electronic marvels, to hear their talent on their way up to adult hood.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WT9jOZLFaEY&feature=youtu.be

Cheers

steve

The control of the violin she is playing and the control she exhibits over the other musicians.... amazing
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on February 07, 2019, 11:31:07 AM
I have to add this one from Cristina Ramos; not only an amazing voice, but the recording is so spacious.
I wish she would have been "found" a decade earlier. Star quality.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7D5OoWNd1wc

Watch the judge on the right. And what a voice, her initial audition.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3Yf_ErkN_s

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on March 12, 2019, 08:16:50 PM
I don't know what to say. The quality is great, spacious, and Darci's talent is amazing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42HdEyOZjWg

Enjoy.

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on March 12, 2019, 10:31:15 PM
I don't know what to say. The quality is great, spacious, and Darci's talent is amazing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42HdEyOZjWg

Enjoy.

steve

What a beautiful piece! She’s an amazing talent and although I’m not an opera afficienado, that is one of my favorite pieces. Thanks!
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on March 15, 2019, 03:28:17 PM
Yes. I also never liked opera until I heard Jackie Evancho. Then I started looking and
found some other great sopranos, some young and some more mature. I thought I would list them
by links in a collection, as one source to see who is in the "pipe line" and beyond. Some recordings
are outstanding quality.

Amira
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9PQ7qPkluM

14 or so, oh my.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDESzUuZuC0

Sterre
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTnvK5QNsrk

Laura
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3Mn_WbB0mo

Jane Zhang
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJl2uPNsJEk

Solomia
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4HDxxOqWf0

Victoria (Armenian)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmIeijo7s80

Is there anyone like Maria?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1C8NFDdFYg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oi-oSnGfRM4

There are others, but these pop to mind. If you would like to list another, please post.
We really have some tremendously talented individuals, assuming they take care of their voices.

steve




Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on March 24, 2019, 07:11:55 PM
Here is another, Argentina, by Sarah Brightman. I love it for its huge, voluminous, open, spacious, gigantic venue.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bi3_PSqmRUY

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on April 29, 2019, 08:10:44 PM
Here is a piece that exemplifies hall ambience. One can just feel the huge hall presence. If you cannot, the problem usually lies in the upper bass, which tends to mask hall ambience. Try smaller speaker wire, and/or adjust speaker placement.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJl2uPNsJEk

Cheers and enjoy.

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on June 07, 2019, 05:07:22 PM
Here is a recording that has about as excellent ambience as I have ever heard at any time. The voice is so open, live sounding.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yQUOcWVuvFI&feature=youtu.be

cheers
steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: malloy on June 07, 2019, 08:57:18 PM
Ode 19 by the Brad Mehldau trio.

Any idea where I can get a DVD of the whole concert?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lg6rKXoIBDE

Brad Mehldau's playing puts me in a trance.
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on June 24, 2019, 03:31:59 PM
Ode 19 by the Brad Mehldau trio.

Any idea where I can get a DVD of the whole concert?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lg6rKXoIBDE

Brad Mehldau's playing puts me in a trance.

Sure don't Malloy.

Here is one that will test the midrange, bass, dynamics of your system. The kick drum should
be distinct and taught, the other drums should give good account of themselves, a rat-a tat-tat
separation and cleanness, yet woody.

cheers
steve

Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on July 14, 2019, 05:20:43 PM
Here is one from Celtic Woman, super open, nice depth. Really a superb recording
for checking your sound system.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8YbUyjt_MQQ

cheers
steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on August 07, 2019, 08:17:56 AM
Golden buzzer time, and for good reason. I was watching portions of AGT, and what a voice, and the
recording is excellent as well. Another 15 years and the reigns will be turning over to some capable kids.
I think Simon has heard some 3 or 4 of these kids.

Any sonic differences between the two links? Just asking.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-Dl0XWWr2U

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4u3sY0PKZoY

Cheers.
steve

Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on September 08, 2019, 06:10:45 PM
I don't remember if I have used this link before, but Morgan sounds like she is right in the kitchen.
This selection is so unbelievably transparent.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfxpuV-MJaI

cheers
steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on September 08, 2019, 08:11:41 PM
I don't remember if I have used this link before, but Morgan sounds like she is right in the kitchen.
This selection is so unbelievably transparent.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfxpuV-MJaI

cheers
steve

Steve,
 I don’t recall seeing this one before. I’m sure I’ve never seen a recording done in the kitchen.
That was fun. Thx
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Guy 13 on September 09, 2019, 04:45:18 AM
Hi all.
80% of the links posted here I cannot see.
Propably because they detect that I am in Vietnam.
Lots of audio & video on You Tube are blocked or unavailable here.
So, I am not surprise.

There is lots of good stuff to discover on You Tube
like this one that gives me goose bumps and maybe you guys
don't like it or find it boring,
but that's o.k. each one has his preferences.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPgHRO1Po4c

Guy 13
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on September 09, 2019, 03:31:50 PM
I don't remember if I have used this link before, but Morgan sounds like she is right in the kitchen.
This selection is so unbelievably transparent.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfxpuV-MJaI

cheers
steve

Steve,
 I don’t recall seeing this one before. I’m sure I’ve never seen a recording done in the kitchen.
That was fun. Thx
Nick

Your welcome Nick. I find it to be one of the best recordings for transparency. I don't see the mic, so the
room ambience really shows through.

I already probably mentioned it, but Morgan will be at "Five Points" in Washington, Illinois Jan 11th of 2020. I may attend, will see.

Guy, that is interesting music, nice recording as well. What surprises me is the youth of the player in such
a quality recording. That kid is good.

cheers
steve
Title: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Guy 13 on September 09, 2019, 05:43:26 PM

Thanks Steve.
Yes, the recording is surprisingly good.
How about this one....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IV3ke4Fl6cY

Guy 13
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on September 13, 2019, 03:39:07 PM

Thanks Steve.
Yes, the recording is surprisingly good.
How about this one....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IV3ke4Fl6cY

Guy 13
The recording sounds good and I like the song. Personally, I am not a fan of electric organs, but a true pipe organ is another story. Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington has classes, maybe even a degree in pipe organ.

cheers
steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on September 13, 2019, 03:45:50 PM
This selection may be my all time favorite song, for melody and the singer's talent. It sounds like I am right there listening in at the venue, singer on stage, natural voices. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yDWgZDGw_jk

cheers

steve

 

Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on September 13, 2019, 08:07:34 PM
This selection may be my all time favorite song, for melody and the singer's talent. It sounds like I am right there listening in at the venue, singer on stage, natural voices. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yDWgZDGw_jk

cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve. Very nice.
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on October 24, 2019, 08:56:30 PM
This selection may be my all time favorite song, for melody and the singer's talent. It sounds like I am right there listening in at the venue, singer on stage, natural voices. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yDWgZDGw_jk

cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve. Very nice.
Nick

For general consumption, Emanne sang the song in a different language. The song, "Everything I do, I do for you", was number 1 on the singles charts in England for a record 16 weeks back in 1992. For me, Emanne's version blew away the original. I hope she incorporates it in one of her CDs.

Here is a chance to audition/compare three cello players. Notice the sonic difference due to instrument, recording technique, players technique, venue etc.

Mischa Maisky
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mGQLXRTl3Z0

Janos Starker
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQg2TnYnxnI

Yo Yo Ma
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q2ZHjSA8mkY

cheers

steve

Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on November 02, 2019, 10:22:32 PM
Here are two piano pieces that have ambience, naturalness, dynamics in Spades. These two recordings
are very tough to beat in any sense of the word.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ffHOxR2wp6w&feature=youtu.be

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_Pr_iCTeiM

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on November 17, 2019, 08:14:16 PM
Here is a one of the best recording with truly great ambience and naturalness. You should just see the hall itself with the pianos within. George Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue, played at Weber State University on September, 2012.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cJgEJu3ems

Cheers
steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on November 18, 2019, 08:49:38 AM
Here is a one of the best recording with truly great ambience and naturalness. You should just see the hall itself with the pianos within. George Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue, played at Weber State University on September, 2012.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cJgEJu3ems

Cheers
steve

Thanks, Steve. I haven’t seen a performance quite like this one...  :D
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on November 21, 2019, 09:06:37 AM
Here is a one of the best recording with truly great ambience and naturalness. You should just see the hall itself with the pianos within. George Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue, played at Weber State University on September, 2012.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cJgEJu3ems

Cheers
steve

Thanks, Steve. I haven’t seen a performance quite like this one...  :D
Nick

Being at Weber State University, student orientated, I guess that is what young adults like?

What really amazes me is the openness, ambience, and tonal quality of the instruments, the total entity of the recording. Although the room echos/ambience makes it a little more difficult to tell the pianos apart, I find it exciting. I feel I am right there, listening/looking at them.

I think this recording is right on the edge. Some songs speaker positions are not that critical, others selections are extremely critical. If one's system is even just slightly lean, this recording can make pianos sound thin. I use this selection, along with dozens of other recordings when adjusting my speakers position in the room for proper tonal shading.

Here is a selection I may have posted before, will test your bass reproduction, also has ambience and voice.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9P8C6-XqaNs

cheers

steve

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on November 27, 2019, 07:42:18 PM
Here is a link to an excellent percussion recording, with discussions, using various techniques and from 1 mic to 5 mics.

This is a pretty good test for stereo image, dynamics, ambience, sound stage etc. It will also help those who wish to make their own recordings.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPPhmyBIi6k

I thought I would add one more, a comparison of three saxophones. I find the sax is close to, if not the most difficult instrument to reproduce. Interested in your opinion of this short recording.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6piLLc8ivqE

cheers

steve
Title: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Guy 13 on November 28, 2019, 03:00:29 AM
Here is a link to an excellent percussion recording, with discussions, using various techniques and from 1 mic to 5 mics.

This is a pretty good test for stereo image, dynamics, ambience, sound stage etc. It will also help those who wish to make their own recordings.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPPhmyBIi6k

I thought I would add one more, a comparison of three saxophones. I find the sax is close to, if not the most difficult instrument to reproduce. Interested in your opinion of this short recording.

Thanks Steve for the link on drums.
With my modest ambiant music set-up
it sounds fantastic, especially with two or more microphones.
For the saxophone, on my system, it sounds terrible...
Thanks anyway.

Guy 13


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6piLLc8ivqE

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on November 29, 2019, 10:35:49 AM
Here is a link to an excellent percussion recording, with discussions, using various techniques and from 1 mic to 5 mics.

This is a pretty good test for stereo image, dynamics, ambience, sound stage etc. It will also help those who wish to make their own recordings.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPPhmyBIi6k

I thought I would add one more, a comparison of three saxophones. I find the sax is close to, if not the most difficult instrument to reproduce. Interested in your opinion of this short recording.

Thanks Steve for the link on drums.
With my modest ambiant music set-up
it sounds fantastic, especially with two or more microphones.
For the saxophone, on my system, it sounds terrible...
Thanks anyway.

Guy 13


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6piLLc8ivqE

cheers

steve

Thanks for your input Guy. That is a pretty neat video pertaining to drum miking.

I have always heard the piano is the most difficult instrument to reproduce, and it might be true overall due to its wide frequency range. But I have found it extremely rare to find an accurate, natural recording of a sax.
Unfortunately, ~50% of the music trek is the recording portion, which we cannot control.

cheers
steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: tmazz on December 01, 2019, 05:52:44 PM

I have always heard the piano is the most difficult instrument to reproduce, and it might be true overall due to its wide frequency range.

It is not only the wide frequency range but also because the piano is actually a percussive instrument and as such it also has very sharp attack speeds and fast rise times are always difficult to record and reproduce.
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on December 02, 2019, 06:14:26 AM

I have always heard the piano is the most difficult instrument to reproduce, and it might be true overall due to its wide frequency range.

It is not only the wide frequency range but also because the piano is actually a percussive instrument and as such it also has very sharp attack speeds and fast rise times are always difficult to record and reproduce.

Excellent point Tmazz, and thanks for bringing that that to our attention. Your informative comment brought to remembrance an article years ago, I think from an audio magazine, that attack time (rise time) is very important to believing that one is listening to a live instrument. Of course transparency and other aspects come into play, but rise time is crucial. 

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on December 26, 2019, 09:48:30 PM
I had to post this one, both quality music and at 1:49 thought I might see a whiff of smoke.   :lol:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPLXNmKvLBQ

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on December 26, 2019, 10:05:23 PM
I had to post this one, both quality music and at 1:49 thought I might see a whiff of smoke.   :lol:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPLXNmKvLBQ

cheers

steve

Rather amazing. I don’t think I’ve ever seen an orchestra play at this tempo
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: jimbones on December 27, 2019, 09:19:52 AM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nW3OrLHj0lQ


Beth Hart, ohhh ssooo good. Must listen to the whole selection. A blend of Etta James and Janis Joplin only better.
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on January 03, 2020, 12:48:21 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nW3OrLHj0lQ


Beth Hart, ohhh ssooo good. Must listen to the whole selection. A blend of Etta James and Janis Joplin only better.

Nice recording quality Jim. Sound stage is very nice indeed.

Here is Classical Gas but with a woman's touch.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0vXtywOlayc&app=desktop

cheers
steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on February 05, 2020, 09:32:44 PM
Oh my, the sound stage is deep and wide, music is so natural with great dynamics.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6kqu2mk-Kw

cheers
steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on February 05, 2020, 11:05:35 PM
Oh my, the sound stage is deep and wide, music is so natural with great dynamics.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6kqu2mk-Kw

cheers
steve

Thank you, Steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on February 06, 2020, 02:52:53 PM
Oh my, the sound stage is deep and wide, music is so natural with great dynamics.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6kqu2mk-Kw

cheers
steve

Thank you, Steve

By the way Nick, I see Brimar is back in business in England. Here is a link.

https://brimaruk.com/valves/triodes/

cheers
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on February 06, 2020, 07:21:58 PM
Oh my, the sound stage is deep and wide, music is so natural with great dynamics.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6kqu2mk-Kw

cheers
steve

Thank you, Steve

By the way Nick, I see Brimar is back in business in England. Here is a link.

https://brimaruk.com/valves/triodes/

cheers

Hi Steve,
Maybe my memory is off. I wasn’t aware of Brimar’s status, but the Brimar EZ 80 is Border Patrol’s Gary Dews favorite rectifier tube for his SE dac. I recently mentioned
that Jensen was going out of business and that concerned me because Gary had a limited supply of those Jensen caps that he was saving only for his new SEi dac, not
for upgrades. As I’m still breaking in the new Uber Puerto receptacles, I haven’t been
in a hurry to follow up with Gary regarding the Jensens or if he’s found another cap
that he feels is nearly as good. I know that Dueland bought Jensen, but that’s all I know. I’ve read that the BP SE dac measures poorly, but it sounds very good to me. Iirc, Border Patrol, Volti, TWL and PI Audio are sometimes show partners. I’d love to be in that room 🎶🎶🎶😀
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: dBe on February 06, 2020, 07:54:35 PM
-the Brimar EZ 80 is Border Patrol’s Gary Dews favorite rectifier tube for his SE dac. I recently mentioned
that Jensen was going out of business and that concerned me because Gary had a limited supply of those Jensen caps that he was saving only for his new SEi dac, not
for upgrades. As I’m still breaking in the new Uber Puerto receptacles, I haven’t been
in a hurry to follow up with Gary regarding the Jensens or if he’s found another cap
that he feels is nearly as good. I know that Dueland bought Jensen, but that’s all I know. I’ve read that the BP SE dac measures poorly, but it sounds very good to me. Iirc, Border Patrol, Volti, TWL and PI Audio are sometimes show partners. I’d love to be in that room 🎶🎶🎶😀
People that are meter readers make me crazy.  Screw the measurements!  How does it sound?  When it comes to the Border Patrol DAC the answer is that it just makes music  :thumb:
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on February 07, 2020, 01:39:33 PM
-the Brimar EZ 80 is Border Patrol’s Gary Dews favorite rectifier tube for his SE dac. I recently mentioned
that Jensen was going out of business and that concerned me because Gary had a limited supply of those Jensen caps that he was saving only for his new SEi dac, not
for upgrades. As I’m still breaking in the new Uber Puerto receptacles, I haven’t been
in a hurry to follow up with Gary regarding the Jensens or if he’s found another cap
that he feels is nearly as good. I know that Dueland bought Jensen, but that’s all I know. I’ve read that the BP SE dac measures poorly, but it sounds very good to me. Iirc, Border Patrol, Volti, TWL and PI Audio are sometimes show partners. I’d love to be in that room 🎶🎶🎶😀
People that are meter readers make me crazy.  Screw the measurements!  How does it sound?  When it comes to the Border Patrol DAC the answer is that it just makes music  :thumb:

Since it is brought up, I have asked Nick to send me his border patrol to check out sonically, in absolute terms. I have been upgrading a Modi 2 to world class status, in absolute terms and would like to compare.

Imo, some measurements do make a difference. Take noise and hum, harmonic distortion for two. We all know about hum, but I am gaining a sense of what HD does to the sound, esp 2nd and 3rd.

Back to topic. Here is a piece by Netherlans Symphony Orchestra.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCmAIMgNon4

cheers
steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on February 07, 2020, 07:57:43 PM
-the Brimar EZ 80 is Border Patrol’s Gary Dews favorite rectifier tube for his SE dac. I recently mentioned
that Jensen was going out of business and that concerned me because Gary had a limited supply of those Jensen caps that he was saving only for his new SEi dac, not
for upgrades. As I’m still breaking in the new Uber Puerto receptacles, I haven’t been
in a hurry to follow up with Gary regarding the Jensens or if he’s found another cap
that he feels is nearly as good. I know that Dueland bought Jensen, but that’s all I know. I’ve read that the BP SE dac measures poorly, but it sounds very good to me. Iirc, Border Patrol, Volti, TWL and PI Audio are sometimes show partners. I’d love to be in that room 🎶🎶🎶😀
People that are meter readers make me crazy.  Screw the measurements!  How does it sound?  When it comes to the Border Patrol DAC the answer is that it just makes music  :thumb:

Since it is brought up, I have asked Nick to send me his border patrol to check out sonically, in absolute terms. I have been upgrading a Modi 2 to world class status, in absolute terms and would like to compare.

Imo, some measurements do make a difference. Take noise and hum, harmonic distortion for two. We all know about hum, but I am gaining a sense of what HD does to the sound, esp 2nd and 3rd.

Back to topic. Here is a piece by Netherlans Symphony Orchestra.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCmAIMgNon4

cheers
steve

Sure, Steve. I’m sending a PM.
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on February 08, 2020, 08:44:00 PM
-the Brimar EZ 80 is Border Patrol’s Gary Dews favorite rectifier tube for his SE dac. I recently mentioned
that Jensen was going out of business and that concerned me because Gary had a limited supply of those Jensen caps that he was saving only for his new SEi dac, not
for upgrades. As I’m still breaking in the new Uber Puerto receptacles, I haven’t been
in a hurry to follow up with Gary regarding the Jensens or if he’s found another cap
that he feels is nearly as good. I know that Dueland bought Jensen, but that’s all I know. I’ve read that the BP SE dac measures poorly, but it sounds very good to me. Iirc, Border Patrol, Volti, TWL and PI Audio are sometimes show partners. I’d love to be in that room 🎶🎶🎶😀
People that are meter readers make me crazy.  Screw the measurements!  How does it sound?  When it comes to the Border Patrol DAC the answer is that it just makes music  :thumb:

Since it is brought up, I have asked Nick to send me his border patrol to check out sonically, in absolute terms. I have been upgrading a Modi 2 to world class status, in absolute terms and would like to compare.

Imo, some measurements do make a difference. Take noise and hum, harmonic distortion for two. We all know about hum, but I am gaining a sense of what HD does to the sound, esp 2nd and 3rd.

Back to topic. Here is a piece by Netherlans Symphony Orchestra.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCmAIMgNon4

cheers
steve

Sure, Steve. I’m sending a PM.
Nick

Thank you Nick. I really appreciate the opportunity to check out your dac.

cheers and great week.
steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on February 08, 2020, 08:54:49 PM
You bet, Steve. It’ll be fun and informative.
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on February 14, 2020, 06:25:29 PM
To recap, if you’ve followed this thread deviation, I’ve sent Steve my Border Patrol SE dac. It did arrive safely this afternoon and I’m looking forward to his comments and/or criticisms. He’ll also be comparing it to his Schiit Modi 2 that he has modded to his high standards.
I wasn’t planning on starting a new thread just for this, but I’ll let Jeremy do that if he wishes.
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on February 20, 2020, 07:18:55 PM
I recently heard some nice solo instruments and thought I would present some links to the family Saxophone to test your system.

Alto Sax

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_xiB-YoLW0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LMfdb-zcwCE   Music starts at 1:40. Although a beginner, the alto sax
is recorded very well. How well does your system reproduce this sax?

Tenor Sax

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23I8OtXCs3o

Baritone Sax. Lots of ambience with this performance.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RVOBQBamjDA

All three Sax

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6piLLc8ivqE

Cheers
steve

Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on February 20, 2020, 07:51:31 PM
I recently heard some nice solo instruments and thought I would present some links to the family Saxophone to test your system.

Alto Sax

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_xiB-YoLW0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LMfdb-zcwCE   Music starts at 1:40. Although a beginner, the alto sax
is recorded very well. How well does your system reproduce this sax?

Tenor Sax

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23I8OtXCs3o

Baritone Sax. Lots of ambience with this performance.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RVOBQBamjDA

All three Sax

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6piLLc8ivqE

Cheers
steve

The baritone sax was my favorite  :thumb:  In my casual listening, I rarely get to hear this instrument and Tanaka was amazing
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on February 20, 2020, 08:02:52 PM
Thanks to Steve and his posting of the baritone sax video, I did a search on YouTube for Tanaka and then found this orchestra and subscribed to their channel. Hope you enjoy it.

https://youtu.be/z8-xhsfX3HY
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on February 20, 2020, 08:55:44 PM
Here’s some K Pop by the Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra. I think malloy has mentioned this genre before. Is that correct, Paul?

https://youtu.be/xzrQ_-7EUqU
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on February 23, 2020, 07:36:39 PM
To recap, if you’ve followed this thread deviation, I’ve sent Steve my Border Patrol SE dac. It did arrive safely this afternoon and I’m looking forward to his comments and/or criticisms. He’ll also be comparing it to his Schiit Modi 2 that he has modded to his high standards.
I wasn’t planning on starting a new thread just for this, but I’ll let Jeremy do that if he wishes.
Nick

I had an enjoyable week to audition Nicks BP SE dac with the Uptone Audio polypropylene film and foil caps. Rectifier tube is a Tungsram.

Thanks Nick. I used several selections from the CDs to audition both BP and my modified Modi 2.
 
1.   Chopin, HMU 907244 Harmonia mundi France, production USA,  Made in Germany. Pianist is Jon Nakamatsu.
        Grande Fantaisie sur des Themes polonais, Op. 13.
2.   Dave Brubek’s Greatest Hits,  Unsquare Danced, Take Five
3.    Purity an inspirational collection, IsoMike a trademark of Kimber Kable.
4.     Eva Cassidy, Live at Blues Alley, Tall Trees in Georgia
 
The Border Patrol is a nice piece. The sound was much closer than I expected to my Modified Modi 2 dac. I don't wish to choose a dac as better, but just the differences. In fact they were very close.

1. I had to use the dvd drive in the computer and USB output for the modified Modi 2. I used the NAD 521Bee transport and SPDIF output for the BP.
 
With vacuum tube rectification powered on.

2. The BP is just a tad fuller than my modified Modi 2. This extends from treble to bass. There is just a little more
“sparkle” to the piano and other instruments,  just a touch more shades of harmonics with the Modi 2. Rotating the speakers “1/8” inch might take care of the fuller difference.
 
3. The BP has a slight sonic signature, that of just a touch less higher order instrumental harmonics. I doubt if speaker adjustment/rotation will cure this difference, but it could help. Personal preference maybe?
 
4. Depth, sound stage, dynamics so so close. Attack time just slightly different due to slightly fuller sound. Not saying better or worse, just slightly different.
 
5. Warm up time is much greater with the BP, but then the other components in one’s system require warmup as well, for best sonics. Just an observation. I let the components warm up 3-6 hours before testing myself.

With ss rectification power supply.

7. Still seemed a little fuller, even after powered on over night. However, the higher harmonics of the instruments are better, nice extension. Another interesting aspect is I heated the BP with the tube over night, then listened, and the tonal balance between the BP and modified Modi 2 seemed so close that I don't know if I could tell the difference.

After tube power off, the unit cooled over time and became just a tad fuller again. This is not surprising since altering the temperature will affect the parts values.

With the higher order harmonics of instruments being proper, a slight adjustment of speaker placement may minimize that touch of tonal difference between the two dacs. I preferred without the tube rectification in my system.
 
All in all it is a very very nice DAC, impressed with the sonics, and how close they got it right.

cheers
steve 
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on February 23, 2020, 09:11:15 PM
To recap, if you’ve followed this thread deviation, I’ve sent Steve my Border Patrol SE dac. It did arrive safely this afternoon and I’m looking forward to his comments and/or criticisms. He’ll also be comparing it to his Schiit Modi 2 that he has modded to his high standards.
I wasn’t planning on starting a new thread just for this, but I’ll let Jeremy do that if he wishes.
Nick

I had an enjoyable week to audition Nicks BP SE dac with the Uptone Audio polypropylene film and foil caps. Rectifier tube is a Tungsram.

Thanks Nick. I used several selections from the CDs to audition both BP and my modified Modi 2.
 
1.   Chopin, HMU 907244 Harmonia mundi France, production USA,  Made in Germany. Pianist is Jon Nakamatsu.
2.   Dave Brubek’s Greatest Hits,  Unsquare Danced, Take Five
3.   Purity an inspirational collection, IsoMike a trademark of Kimber Kable.
4.     Eva Cassidy, Live at Blues Alley, Tall Trees in Georgia
 
The Border Patrol is a nice piece. The sound was much closer than I expected to my Modified Modi 2 dac. I don't wish to choose a dac as better, but just the differences. In fact they were very close.

1. I had to use the dvd drive in the computer and USB output for the modified Modi 2. I used the NAD 521Bee transport and SPDIF output for the BP.
 
With vacuum tube rectification powered on.

2. The BP is just a tad fuller than my modified Modi 2. This extends from treble to bass. There is just a little more
“sparkle” to the piano and other instruments,  just a touch more shades of harmonics with the Modi 2. Rotating the speakers “1/8” inch might take care of the fuller difference.
 
3. The BP has a slight sonic signature, that of just a touch less higher order instrumental harmonics. I doubt if speaker adjustment/rotation will cure this difference, but it could help. Personal preference maybe?
 
4. Depth, sound stage, dynamics so so close. Attack time just slightly different due to slightly fuller sound. NOt saying better or worse, just slightly different.
 
5. Warm up time is much greater with the BP, but then the other components in one’s system require warmup as well, for best sonics. Just an observation. I let the components warm up 3-6 hours before testing myself.

With ss rectification power supply.

7. Still seemed a little fuller, even after powered on over night. However, the higher harmonics of the instruments are better, nice extension. Another interesting aspect is I heated the BP with the tube over night, then listened, and the tonal balance between the BP and modified Modi 2 seemed so close that I don't know if I could tell the difference.

After tube power off, the unit cooled over time and became just a tad fuller again. This is not surprising since altering the temperature will affect the parts values.

With the higher order harmonics of instruments being proper, a slight adjustment of speaker placement may minimize that touch of tonal difference between the two dacs. I preferred without the tube rectification in my system.
 
All in all it is a very very nice DAC, impressed with the sonics, and how close they got it right.

cheers
steve

Thanks, Steve, for taking the time to evaluate my SE version dac and post your impressions. Lately, because I’ve been putting on many hours breaking in Dave’s new Uber Puerto UberBUSS receptacles, I hadn’t been using it with the rectification tube engaged. Border Patrol designer Gary Dews’ favorite tube is the Brimar EZ 80 Black Plate England. It would have been interesting if you could have heard that tube rather than the stock Tungsram. I never did get around to buying it and it’s currently not available.

I’ll mention now to the guys that there’s a cap upgrade that I’ve requested and Gary will install Jupiter caps to bring it to the SEi version. Steve will be shipping it tomorrow to Border Patrol in Maryland. Gary describes the SEi version sound as being more natural...more organic. As I appreciate my Audio Hungary preamp’s harmonics, it would be nice if the SEi version would accentuate that.

Congratulations, Steve, in taking a $99 Modi 2 and modding it to the extent that you have.
Nick
 
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on February 24, 2020, 07:20:55 AM
To recap, if you’ve followed this thread deviation, I’ve sent Steve my Border Patrol SE dac. It did arrive safely this afternoon and I’m looking forward to his comments and/or criticisms. He’ll also be comparing it to his Schiit Modi 2 that he has modded to his high standards.
I wasn’t planning on starting a new thread just for this, but I’ll let Jeremy do that if he wishes.
Nick

I had an enjoyable week to audition Nicks BP SE dac with the Uptone Audio polypropylene film and foil caps. Rectifier tube is a Tungsram.

Thanks Nick. I used several selections from the CDs to audition both BP and my modified Modi 2.
 
1.   Chopin, HMU 907244 Harmonia mundi France, production USA,  Made in Germany. Pianist is Jon Nakamatsu.
2.   Dave Brubek’s Greatest Hits,  Unsquare Danced, Take Five
3.   Purity an inspirational collection, IsoMike a trademark of Kimber Kable.
4.     Eva Cassidy, Live at Blues Alley, Tall Trees in Georgia
 
The Border Patrol is a nice piece. The sound was much closer than I expected to my Modified Modi 2 dac. I don't wish to choose a dac as better, but just the differences. In fact they were very close.

1. I had to use the dvd drive in the computer and USB output for the modified Modi 2. I used the NAD 521Bee transport and SPDIF output for the BP.
 
With vacuum tube rectification powered on.

2. The BP is just a tad fuller than my modified Modi 2. This extends from treble to bass. There is just a little more
“sparkle” to the piano and other instruments,  just a touch more shades of harmonics with the Modi 2. Rotating the speakers “1/8” inch might take care of the fuller difference.
 
3. The BP has a slight sonic signature, that of just a touch less higher order instrumental harmonics. I doubt if speaker adjustment/rotation will cure this difference, but it could help. Personal preference maybe?
 
4. Depth, sound stage, dynamics so so close. Attack time just slightly different due to slightly fuller sound. NOt saying better or worse, just slightly different.
 
5. Warm up time is much greater with the BP, but then the other components in one’s system require warmup as well, for best sonics. Just an observation. I let the components warm up 3-6 hours before testing myself.

With ss rectification power supply.

7. Still seemed a little fuller, even after powered on over night. However, the higher harmonics of the instruments are better, nice extension. Another interesting aspect is I heated the BP with the tube over night, then listened, and the tonal balance between the BP and modified Modi 2 seemed so close that I don't know if I could tell the difference.

After tube power off, the unit cooled over time and became just a tad fuller again. This is not surprising since altering the temperature will affect the parts values.

With the higher order harmonics of instruments being proper, a slight adjustment of speaker placement may minimize that touch of tonal difference between the two dacs. I preferred without the tube rectification in my system.
 
All in all it is a very very nice DAC, impressed with the sonics, and how close they got it right.

cheers
steve

Thanks, Steve, for taking the time to evaluate my SE version dac and post your impressions. Lately, because I’ve been putting on many hours breaking in Dave’s new Uber Puerto UberBUSS receptacles, I hadn’t been using it with the rectification tube engaged. Border Patrol designer Gary Dews’ favorite tube is the Brimar EZ 80 Black Plate England. It would have been interesting if you could have heard that tube rather than the stock Tungsram. I never did get around to buying it and it’s currently not available.

I’ll mention now to the guys that there’s a cap upgrade that I’ve requested and Gary will install Jupiter caps to bring it to the SEi version. Steve will be shipping it tomorrow to Border Patrol in Maryland. Gary describes the SEi version sound as being more natural...more organic. As I appreciate my Audio Hungary preamp’s harmonics, it would be nice if the SEi version would accentuate that.

Congratulations, Steve, in taking a $99 Modi 2 and modding it to the extent that you have.
Nick

Thank you for the nice compliments Nick. I think the lesson here is that one can obtain/mod a DAC to world class, near perfect status without spending an arm or a leg. The same can be somewhat said for preamplifiers and even amplifiers (wattage can be a limiting factor in amps). Of course visual satisfaction may be a priority.

It is all about proper designing, which includes parts quality, and a truly accurate audio system. I modified my
Modi 2 dac by replacing the stock brass output jacks with all copper, using Jenalabs cryod 6n pure ultra fine stranded copper wire, plus other accurate quality parts, and a little redesigning (proprietary). I had the pleasure of testing the Jupiter copper foil paper in wax capacitors, among others, with an audiophile friend.

I will be sending the dac to BP today. Good luck with your ventures in audio.

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch Music Links.....
Post by: tmazz on February 24, 2020, 07:14:37 PM
I have come across the Border Patrol Dac in several situations and have always been very impressed with how it sounded.

Unfortunately the thing I think limits this DAC is the fact that it will only play 16/44 files. And while it does that very well I think the lack of the ability to play any kind of hi res files at all puts a cap on its market potential as many people looking for a DAC in that price range will also be looking for the ability to play more than just Redbook.  I do not think this is a problem from a performance standpoint as it is very good at what it does, but rather from a marketing point of view I am not sure that there is tha big of a pool of potential buyers that would be willing to settle for a CD only DAC.

But then again, I have been wrong before.........
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on February 24, 2020, 08:17:15 PM
I have come across the Border Patrol Dac in several situations and have always been very impressed with how it sounded.

Unfortunately the thing I think limits this DAC is the fact that it will only play 16/44 files. And while it does that very well I think the lack of the ability to play any kind of hi res files at all puts a cap on its market potential as many people looking for a DAC in that price range will also be looking for the ability to play more than just Redbook.  I do not think this is a problem from a performance standpoint as it is very good at what it does, but rather from a marketing point of view I am not sure that there is tha big of a pool of potential buyers that would be willing to settle for a CD only DAC.

But then again, I have been wrong before.........

Tom,
I think you’re very likely correct that the number of buyers that would settle for 16/44 is indeed limited. But in my case, I don’t much care about hirez material. I have 500 CDs and my Tidal and Qobuz searches are most always for older recordings....many of which are from the 50s and 60s. I’d usually rather listen to a fair recording of music in 16/44 that I really like than an excellent recording of hirez music that I don’t care for. As you mention, performance wise some of these nos dacs really sound nice.
What has really intrigued me is what upsampled music to say DSD 512 would sound like. I’ve never heard a comparison and that includes the Las Vegas Audiophiles group that I was part of a few years ago. A couple of guys here have said they don’t care for upsampling, but I’d love to hear the differences for myself.
Right now, the Border Patrol dac fits my needs and I’m expecting it’ll sound even better with the Jupiter caps upgrade. It’s a minor investment to satisfy my curiosity.
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch Music Links.....
Post by: steve on February 25, 2020, 03:24:16 PM
If anyone has a Modi 2 and wishes it upgraded to world class for not a lot of money, just pm me or email me at

sasaudio at omnilec.com  .

cheers
steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on February 25, 2020, 04:01:17 PM
If anyone has a Modi 2 and wishes it upgraded to world class for not a lot of money, just pm me.

cheers
steve

Steve,
Any idea if the new Modi 3 (with your mod) would sound a bit better than the Modi 2 (with your mod)? I briefly read there’s a difference in the power supply. They both retail for $99
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch Music Links.....
Post by: steve on February 25, 2020, 09:42:22 PM
If anyone has a Modi 2 and wishes it upgraded to world class for not a lot of money, just pm me.

cheers
steve

Steve,
Any idea if the new Modi 3 (with your mod) would sound a bit better than the Modi 2 (with your mod)? I briefly read there’s a difference in the power supply. They both retail for $99

Nick

I not sure much of anything can sound more natural/accurate than my modded Modi 2. And they both originally sold for $99.00 stock price. I am not sure why you wish to "upgrade" when your BP sounds so close to accurate/natural, unless you wished that last bit of top octave of instruments. 

I would have to inspect a Modi 3 to see what mod(s) are necessary, and if possible, to implement. If I can get the Modi 3 to sound as good as my modded Modi 2, then great, one can keep the price low while delivering truly world class sound.

I am glad I started this string, to present the very best recordings I can find online, so one can check their audio system's strengths and weakness(es). This includes the sound stage, transparency, dynamics, width, depth, inner detail, spacial Qs etc. As usual, check that the settings are HD, the sonics are sometimes slightly improved due to higher rez.

It truly takes all the components of a system to be accurate if one is going to obtain natural sounding reproduction.
 
Another aspect is "accurate", "neutral" has been associated with "sterile" for decades due to meter readers claiming solid state's "superior" specifications. But specifications listed has little meaning when it comes to natural reproduction (except FR). Remember when SS sounded so sterile, shrill, lifeless, no emotion? That is not accurate or natural in any sense.

Again, the musical links in this string were presented to show one the quality of their system, from bass through treble. After assessing, then one can work to determine what is the weak component in their system and work on the venue weaknesses, such as Nodes.

If someone has a Modi 2 and wishes me to upgrade it, please let me know thru PM or

sasaudio at omnilec.com.

It really is that good when modded.

cheers
steve

Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: steve on March 04, 2020, 09:47:32 AM
Oh my, the sound stage is deep and wide, music is so natural with great dynamics.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6kqu2mk-Kw

cheers
steve

I forgot to add that this selection presents many instruments that one can check out. Brass, woodwinds, strings, percussion should all sound like the real thing. Do the woodwinds all sound the same? They should not. The sound stage should be large, the dynamics should be there, percussion great depth, layered.

cheers
steve

 
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch Music Links.....
Post by: steve on March 17, 2020, 03:14:02 PM
Here is a "simple", minimalist recording of an upright 88 keyboard piano's lowest and highest notes,
and a few in between. Should be simple, so let's see how your audio system performs.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGv96IpeXbg

cheers
steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch Music Links.....
Post by: steve on March 28, 2020, 06:45:47 PM
So transparent/open, natural guitar, voice, dynamic etc.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5AuFDHdrrg

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on March 28, 2020, 09:45:49 PM
So transparent/open, natural guitar, voice, dynamic etc.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5AuFDHdrrg

cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve! Never had heard of Tula and this band  :thumb:
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on March 30, 2020, 05:18:34 PM
Thanks Nick. I almost can't believe how good the sound is. I can only imagine how good the sound
would be if truly excellent equipment were used in the recording.

cheers
steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on April 09, 2020, 06:38:10 PM
This selection will have not only a large sound stage but some guts, especially at the beginning, and bottom end.
a powerful selection. See if your system handles the dynamics, the spl deviation, or wimps out.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ysKa97MRp1I

cheers
steve
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: malloy on April 09, 2020, 09:11:46 PM
Here’s some K Pop by the Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra. I think malloy has mentioned this genre before. Is that correct, Paul?

https://youtu.be/xzrQ_-7EUqU

Nick,

I only now read your post! This is interesting. Korean pop songs (from all girl groups) performed by a Japanese orchestra/band.

Here is the orchestra's English language site: https://www.tkwo.jp/en/

How did you find this?

Paul
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: HAL on April 10, 2020, 06:40:36 AM
Nicely done Jazz renditions of some early Black Sabbath songs.  Nicely recorded as well.

Adam Wakeman on keyboards, Rick Wakemans son.

https://jazzsabbath.bandcamp.com/album/jazz-sabbath
Title: Re: Sharing top notch recorded videos and music.....
Post by: Nick B on April 10, 2020, 08:41:32 AM
Here’s some K Pop by the Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra. I think malloy has mentioned this genre before. Is that correct, Paul?

https://youtu.be/xzrQ_-7EUqU

Nick,

I only now read your post! This is interesting. Korean pop songs (from all girl groups) performed by a Japanese orchestra/band.

Here is the orchestra's English language site: https://www.tkwo.jp/en/

How did you find this?

Paul

Don’t quite remember, Paul. I have Roon, Tidal and Qobuz and maybe searched using them. A terrific orchestra 🎶🎶
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: malloy on April 10, 2020, 10:44:16 AM
Nicely done Jazz renditions of some early Black Sabbath songs.  Nicely recorded as well.

Adam Wakeman on keyboards, Rick Wakemans son.

https://jazzsabbath.bandcamp.com/album/jazz-sabbath

Holy crossover genres, Batman! (as the Boy Wonder would say) Now I've heard everything!

(https://66.media.tumblr.com/29228e35cb894793cd525525f60830a2/tumblr_pgeb8jR9nC1qhzjl5o8_250.gifv)
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: tmazz on April 10, 2020, 06:59:01 PM
Nicely done Jazz renditions of some early Black Sabbath songs.  Nicely recorded as well.

Adam Wakeman on keyboards, Rick Wakemans son.

https://jazzsabbath.bandcamp.com/album/jazz-sabbath

Holy crossover genres, Batman! (as the Boy Wonder would say) Now I've heard everything!

(https://66.media.tumblr.com/29228e35cb894793cd525525f60830a2/tumblr_pgeb8jR9nC1qhzjl5o8_250.gifv)

Just listened to it on Tidal and I really like it. The album holds its own as good jazz even without the Black Sabbath references.
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on April 13, 2020, 08:01:04 PM
Here is a short selection from Moldau. I cannot describe the sound, except it is hypnotic, and perfection. The quality of your system will be tested, from lows through the highs.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w3KU9kuKxwU

cheers and enjoy.

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on April 17, 2020, 05:50:50 PM
I think we may have another rising star. The recording is descent, clear voice with no strain, a little smooth due to effects added, with emotion, maybe a touch soft in dynamics? See what you think.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4v-cJX17xy4

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on June 10, 2020, 07:26:37 PM
I just found this one. Really open, transparent with lots of ambience. She sounds like she is in a
gigantic venue, which she is.

Good to see sopranos singing something other than opera, which I don't like. There are some great
songs for them to sing.

First is Amira singing Once upon a time in the West.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wnl-jEhnf6M

This one is of Patricia Janeckova, same song title. Smoother voice imo.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-KoHslpHQPc

I have not found any tenors.

Anyway, we have some great talent coming.

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on July 08, 2020, 04:45:17 PM
Here is one I debated to list, but not because of the voice. It is because many don't like opera, which I don't either.
However, this particular selection I happened to run across has a soprano voice so pleasing, it is almost like butter. I think it may be the most pure soprano voice I have ever heard.

Let me know what you think.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNU1pvc2nv4

Aida with Andrea Bocelli

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI6zkCUCH0k

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on July 08, 2020, 09:09:11 PM
Here is one I debated to list, but not because of the voice. It is because many don't like opera, which I don't either.
However, this particular selection I happened to run across has a soprano voice so pleasing, it is almost like butter. I think it may be the most pure soprano voice I have ever heard.

Let me know what you think.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNU1pvc2nv4

Aida with Andrea Bocelli

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI6zkCUCH0k

cheers

steve

Steve,
She has a beautiful voice, indeed and I always enjoy hearing Andrea Bocelli.  I had not heard of this Russian opera star.
I’ve never attended an opera and I wonder if we have some opera aficionados on this site.
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on July 09, 2020, 08:28:16 PM
Here is one I debated to list, but not because of the voice. It is because many don't like opera, which I don't either.
However, this particular selection I happened to run across has a soprano voice so pleasing, it is almost like butter. I think it may be the most pure soprano voice I have ever heard.

Let me know what you think.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNU1pvc2nv4

Aida with Andrea Bocelli

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI6zkCUCH0k

cheers

steve

Steve,
She has a beautiful voice, indeed and I always enjoy hearing Andrea Bocelli.  I had not heard of this Russian opera star.
I’ve never attended an opera and I wonder if we have some opera aficionados on this site.
Nick

I have never heard of her either Nick. And of course Andrea has one of those voices as smooth as silk. Andrea and Sara sound so
good together, and now Aida, wow.

Here is an orchestra piece that is recorded really well. Dynamics, open, wide/deep soundstage, violin inner detail is wonderful.
Good to check out one's entire frequency range. If your system has a flaw, it will probably show up with this selection.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCmAIMgNon4

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on July 29, 2020, 04:48:39 PM
If it were not for YouTube, we would not be enjoying the amazing talent in their formative stages.

I received an email a few days ago, of an amazing 17 year old drummer with drum teacher reaction.
Cam video of both feet as well as both hands, the instructor informs us of how difficult this is to play
4 different rhythms.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H3F6XgjmhRY

Here is the actual recording. Dynamics in spades, just a very well recorded piece.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jDVZPzfS1c

As a side, notice how calm she is playing.
This should absolutely one reference recording to check out your system, now and in the future as you upgrade.

cheers
steve

Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on July 29, 2020, 06:58:44 PM
If it were not for YouTube, we would not be enjoying the amazing talent in their formative stages.

I received an email a few days ago, of an amazing 17 year old drummer with drum teacher reaction.
Cam video of both feet as well as both hands, the instructor informs us of how difficult this is to play
4 different rhythms.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H3F6XgjmhRY

Here is the actual recording. Dynamics in spades, just a very well recorded piece.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jDVZPzfS1c

As a side, notice how calm she is playing.
This should absolutely one reference recording to check out your system, now and in the future as you upgrade.

cheers
steve

Ho-hum... just another day at the office 😀 Quite calm, indeed, and yet amazingly difficult and accurate. I’m going to search for the other drummers mentioned. Thanks, Steve  :thumb:
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Barry (NJ) on July 30, 2020, 10:24:18 AM
So how do you guys listen to YouTube on your Hi-Fi systems?
I have a Roku plugged into my HT Pre-Pro that I get YouTube on, but nothing plugged directly into my 2-Channel pre-amp.
Also, I don't have any way of using these links directly, as there is no browser that works on Roku for me to look at AN on the Hi-Fi. I'd have to look at them on the PC, then go into Youtube on the Roku and look at my history there, to pull them up again.
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on July 30, 2020, 11:36:20 AM
Barry,
I haven’t tried playing YouTube that way. Really like  to keep things simple. My rig  is 2 channel only, no HT etc. If I’m interested in an artist after seeing a YouTube video, then I do a search thru Roon to see if the artist is on Tidal or Qobuz.
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Barry (NJ) on July 30, 2020, 01:46:08 PM
Thanks Nick, I just figured with all these YouTube links, and their audio descriptions of "great sound stage" etc. that that's what people were listening to, not the Tidal equivalent. I'm even more simple than you, I don't do streaming on my 2 channel, just vinyl and CD ;)
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on July 30, 2020, 03:47:54 PM
Barry,
You can’t go wrong with physical media. Simple is good  :thumb:  As to being able to judge sound quality on YouTube,
I’m becoming better at it.
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on July 30, 2020, 11:10:04 PM
I try to find the best recordings for individuals to test their systems, use the highest settings for best audio, and as a side, like and save the music presented.

I suppose one over riding factor is I cannot purchase all these selections, nor ask the public to purchase the same. I am hoping that they will save some selections in their favorites. If they like a few, they can purchase the CD or higher resolution. Always looking for a beautiful selection.

---------

Barry, I run YouTube from my computer digital output thru a Supra 2.0, the best usb cable I have heard and reasonably priced, to my heavily upgraded Modi 2, to my 11A reference line preamp and my 25PPT 2 stage all triode monoblock amps to my test speakers. I run the YouTube at the highest resolution possible for each selection. I also use redbook with my limited selections.

For general consumption.

Many think the venue/room and speakers are the weakest part of the system. One does have to minimize
room modes for sure.

However, what many newbies don't understand is that one must pay as much attention to the electronic components as the speakers. The reason is that speaker/room modes are often less than 1/3 octave bandwidth. According to Rane, such deviations are not noticeable. I think the exception is in the bass region. However,
those resonances are usually many db. Dips are usually more tolerated than peaks as peaks mask inner
detail, limit dynamics, attack times etc.

With the electronics, even the slightest deviation covers many octaves, so many harmonics are involved.
+/- 0,1db 20hz to 20khz may sound impressive, but it is basically a worthless spec. The deviation is only
around a poor -54db.

RCA Radiotron Designers Handbook, 1960, 26 engineers, relates that as the number harmonic increases,
the more weight is assigned, the more perceivable. By that it takes less 3rd harmonic to be perceived
than 2nd, 4th than 3rd, 5th than 4th...... 12th less than 11th etc etc. In music we have many many
harmonics. Radiotron lists up to 25th under dissonant harmonics.

With that in mind, Olsen found that for a 2A3 triode stage, acceptible 2nd harmonic is -30db or 3.16%,
for 3rd -50db or 0,3%, 4th is -70db or 0,03%, and 5th is less than 0.01% with no db figure given.
Imagine all the harmonics in music being manipulated. With cymbals, 40% of the energy is above 20khz, and measured to 100khz. However, ~60% of the energy is in harmonics up to 20khz, with many many harmonics.
 
I found it amazing how sensitive the ear is to frequency response (fr) deviations (among other abnormalities). Just the slightest hair too full and sound stage, rise time/attacks etc are diminished. Slightly too thin and
"washed out"/thin. It is amazingly touchy.

To give you an idea of the sensitivity of the ear, an audiophile friend Dan has been working with me
~ once every 2 weeks for some 5 years to get the speakers right (I started over 7 years ago). We have correlated at least 5 types of adjustments.

1. Less than a millionth of an ohm change with two speaker crossover controls is perceivable.
2. Rotating the speakers by 0,5mm (marking) is perceivable.
3. Instead of running 2 sets of ten 18 gauge wires in parallel to the speakers jacks, running 10 on one leg and
     9 made an easily perceptible difference.
4. Bypassing a 100uf poly crossover capacitor with 75pf was perceivable in the highs.

I could probably add more to the mix but this is a lot to digest.

Cheers

steve


Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on August 02, 2020, 09:08:08 PM
Onward with a pretty descent selection below. This one has great little solos, dynamics, and will test the low frequency capabilities of your system.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErHo_oCkspc

Cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on September 12, 2020, 07:28:29 PM
Here is an orchestra piece that will test your entire system, from bass thru treble.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1i6TsIVKByM

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on September 13, 2020, 09:31:49 PM
Here is an orchestra piece that will test your entire system, from bass thru treble.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1i6TsIVKByM

cheers

steve

Steve,
Can you advise a specific description of this. I’d like to find it on Tidal or Qobuz.
Thanks,
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on September 14, 2020, 06:39:53 AM
Here is an orchestra piece that will test your entire system, from bass thru treble.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1i6TsIVKByM

cheers

steve

Steve,
Can you advise a specific description of this. I’d like to find it on Tidal or Qobuz.
Thanks,
Nick

Hi Nick,

I believe the same orchestra also performed this selection. Although not conclusive, the same conductor and same
light brown/reddish hair clarinet player.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6kqu2mk-Kw     (Another beautiful selection.)

"Smetana: Vltava (The Moldau) - Stunning Performance
3,251,630 views •Dec 26, 2015 29K 909 Share Save
zevnikov

NEW 2019!!!: Dvořák: The Symphony No. 9 "From the New World" https://youtu.be/O_tPb4JFgmw
Last Journey Home Concert trailer: https://youtu.be/AShliVGTDyo
NEW 2017: An American in Paris Stunning Performance: https://youtu.be/RUMJPlQwa50

Gimnazija Kranj Great Christmas Concert 2015 - Slavic Night. Gimnazija Kranj Symphony Orchestra performed Bedřich Smetana symphonic poem: Moldau from a symphonyic poem set: Má vlast (My homeland). Concert was sold out in record time of two days (1500 seats, Gallus Hall, Cankarjev dom, Slovenia). Our kids played stunningly and set a new standard of playing and performing. This is first real film based best Moldau performance on youtube.  Conductor: maestro Nejc Bečan; concert master: Nejc Avbelj; flutes: Aleksandra Pleterski and Anja Kišek;  sound design: Mitja Krže; head of production: Grega Jeraša; sound mastering: Iztok Zupan (Klopotec production); concert and film director: Primož Zevnik


Dedicated to: Živa Pisk (daugther of my dearest friend, poet and translator Klemen Pisk), born in January 2017,  Brno, Czech Republic
http://www.klemen.pisk.net/index-eng....

VPK crew: Video asistenti: Domen Rakef, Jan Ješe; Avdio asistent:Daniel Grintal; Snemalci: Lojze Zlodi, Gregor Pregrad, Bojan Žalec, Robert Gaber, Boštjan Župevc, SOG, PT, CM; Kran operater: Matej Zagorc; Tonski mojster: Grega Zupan; Tehnični vodja: Admir Budimlić Mešalec slike: Flo Skubic; Izvršni producent: Sven Oliver Godec

Scenography: Jernej Kejžar

Floral set: Tina Karba in Marko Trilar (Yasmin: http://yasmin.si/)

Gimnazija Kranj film Crew: Juš Hrastnik, Aljaž Lavtižar, Aljaž Repnik, Mark Jarc, Jaša Krč

MOPS crew: Marjan Cerar

Klopotec Crew: Iztok Zupan

PPZ: Primož Zevnik, producer and director (primoz.zevnik@gmail.com)

Gimnazija Kranj Symphony Orchestra:

Concert master: Nejc Avbelj
Orchestra Operational Manager: Dan Ažman

FLAVTE (FLUTES): Aleksandra Pleterski, Katja Stanovšek, Zarja Hude, Neža Čadež, Manca Teran, Pia Krumpestar, Katjuša Rupnik, Anja Kišek; PIKOLO (PICCOLO) Manca Rozman; OBOE: Pavli Kac Ana Stoshitzky; KLARINETI (CLARINETS): Nadja Drakslar, Uroš Gorenc, Drejc Flajnik, Domen Kos; BAS KLARINET (BASE CLARINET): Jan Šifrer; FAGOTI (BASOONS): Arpad Balazs Piri, Miha Petkovšek; ROGOVI (FRENCH HORNS): Žiga Cesar, Marko Pirc, Miha Lončar, Klever Felicio; TROBENTE: Aleš Klančar, Anžej Remšak, Marko Novak; POZAVNE: Domen Gantar, Žan Škrjanec, Filip Istenič; EVFONIJ: Nina Tajč; TUBA: Tilen Oblak;  TOLKALA: Dan Ažman Pistotnik, Domen Blaznik, Vid Ušeničnik, Miha Ogris: KLAVIR (PIANO):  Monika Podlogar, Rok Zupanc, Katja Jerič, Ana Maria Beguš; VIOLINE 1 (FIRST VIOLINS): Nejc Avbelj, Neža Capuder, Peter Jud, Oskar Longyka, Klavdija Jarc Bezlaj, Mojca Batič, Ajda Porenta, Dora Rakar, Tina Zajec, Neža Piry, Katarina Miklavčič, Evita Oberžan, Domen Lorenz; VIOLINE 2 (SECOND VIOLINS): Uroš Bičanin, Matija Udovič, Tjaša Gorjanc, Nina Pečar, Klara Gruden, Daniel Perez Tujillo, Laura Bartelj, Tonka Pogačnik, Eva Dukarič, Ana Marija Lazari, Vivijana Rogina; VIOLE (VIOLAS): Špela Pirnat, Neža Papler, Anuša Plesničar, Vanja Kojić, Jurij Gracej, Neža Sečnik, Hana Lavrinc, Anita Gnamuš, Urša Žun, Martin Kokošinek; VIOLONČELA (CELLOS): Urh Mrak, Arslan Hamidulin, Lucija Rupert, Alenka Piotrowicz, Katarina Kozjek, Nika Vremšak, Klara Pahor, Katarina Minatti, Ana Zupan;  KONTRABASI (DOUBLE BASSES): Grega Rus, Todor Markovič, Andrej Kašič, Gašper Livk, Joana Gonzales Subira, Arthur Piotrowicz;  HARFA (HARPS):  Urša Rihtaršič Ajda Krišelj;  SAKSOFONI (SAXOFONES):  Gal Grobovšek, Urša Uršič, Manca Krivec; BAS KITARA/KITARA (BASS GUITAR / GUITAR): Luka Štibelj, Urh Zupan, Rok Klančar, Karim Zajec; HARMONIKA (ACCORDEON): Ana Lombar

Concert sponsor: Hranilnica LON bank (www.lon.si)

Veliki božični koncert Gimnazije Kranj 2015 - Slovanski večer.
Veliki simfonični orkester Gimnazije Kranj je brilijanto izvedel simfonično pesnitev: Vltava Bedřicha Smetane iz cikla Moja domovina (Má vlast). Mladi glasbeniki so izvedli to skladbo v Gallusovi dvorani Cankarjevega doma v razprodani dvorani.   S to interpretacijo se je gotovo zapisal v zgodovino najboljših izvedb tega dela vseh časov. Dirigent: Nejc Bečan, koncertni mojster: Nejc Avbelj; vodja produkcije: Grega Jeraša, tonski mojster: Mitja Krže; mastering: Iztok Zupan;  režiser: Primož Zevnik"

Does this help Nick?

It pleases me so much to see this young group do such a wonderful job playing this piece.

Cheers and great week.

steve


Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on September 14, 2020, 09:09:55 AM
Here is an orchestra piece that will test your entire system, from bass thru treble.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1i6TsIVKByM

cheers

steve

Steve,
Can you advise a specific description of this. I’d like to find it on Tidal or Qobuz.
Thanks,
Nick

Hi Nick,

I believe the same orchestra also performed this selection. Although not conclusive, the same conductor and same
light brown/reddish hair clarinet player.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6kqu2mk-Kw     (Another beautiful selection.)

"Smetana: Vltava (The Moldau) - Stunning Performance
3,251,630 views •Dec 26, 2015 29K 909 Share Save
zevnikov

NEW 2019!!!: Dvořák: The Symphony No. 9 "From the New World" https://youtu.be/O_tPb4JFgmw
Last Journey Home Concert trailer: https://youtu.be/AShliVGTDyo
NEW 2017: An American in Paris Stunning Performance: https://youtu.be/RUMJPlQwa50

Gimnazija Kranj Great Christmas Concert 2015 - Slavic Night. Gimnazija Kranj Symphony Orchestra performed Bedřich Smetana symphonic poem: Moldau from a symphonyic poem set: Má vlast (My homeland). Concert was sold out in record time of two days (1500 seats, Gallus Hall, Cankarjev dom, Slovenia). Our kids played stunningly and set a new standard of playing and performing. This is first real film based best Moldau performance on youtube.  Conductor: maestro Nejc Bečan; concert master: Nejc Avbelj; flutes: Aleksandra Pleterski and Anja Kišek;  sound design: Mitja Krže; head of production: Grega Jeraša; sound mastering: Iztok Zupan (Klopotec production); concert and film director: Primož Zevnik


Dedicated to: Živa Pisk (daugther of my dearest friend, poet and translator Klemen Pisk), born in January 2017,  Brno, Czech Republic
http://www.klemen.pisk.net/index-eng....

VPK crew: Video asistenti: Domen Rakef, Jan Ješe; Avdio asistent:Daniel Grintal; Snemalci: Lojze Zlodi, Gregor Pregrad, Bojan Žalec, Robert Gaber, Boštjan Župevc, SOG, PT, CM; Kran operater: Matej Zagorc; Tonski mojster: Grega Zupan; Tehnični vodja: Admir Budimlić Mešalec slike: Flo Skubic; Izvršni producent: Sven Oliver Godec

Scenography: Jernej Kejžar

Floral set: Tina Karba in Marko Trilar (Yasmin: http://yasmin.si/)

Gimnazija Kranj film Crew: Juš Hrastnik, Aljaž Lavtižar, Aljaž Repnik, Mark Jarc, Jaša Krč

MOPS crew: Marjan Cerar

Klopotec Crew: Iztok Zupan

PPZ: Primož Zevnik, producer and director (primoz.zevnik@gmail.com)

Gimnazija Kranj Symphony Orchestra:

Concert master: Nejc Avbelj
Orchestra Operational Manager: Dan Ažman

FLAVTE (FLUTES): Aleksandra Pleterski, Katja Stanovšek, Zarja Hude, Neža Čadež, Manca Teran, Pia Krumpestar, Katjuša Rupnik, Anja Kišek; PIKOLO (PICCOLO) Manca Rozman; OBOE: Pavli Kac Ana Stoshitzky; KLARINETI (CLARINETS): Nadja Drakslar, Uroš Gorenc, Drejc Flajnik, Domen Kos; BAS KLARINET (BASE CLARINET): Jan Šifrer; FAGOTI (BASOONS): Arpad Balazs Piri, Miha Petkovšek; ROGOVI (FRENCH HORNS): Žiga Cesar, Marko Pirc, Miha Lončar, Klever Felicio; TROBENTE: Aleš Klančar, Anžej Remšak, Marko Novak; POZAVNE: Domen Gantar, Žan Škrjanec, Filip Istenič; EVFONIJ: Nina Tajč; TUBA: Tilen Oblak;  TOLKALA: Dan Ažman Pistotnik, Domen Blaznik, Vid Ušeničnik, Miha Ogris: KLAVIR (PIANO):  Monika Podlogar, Rok Zupanc, Katja Jerič, Ana Maria Beguš; VIOLINE 1 (FIRST VIOLINS): Nejc Avbelj, Neža Capuder, Peter Jud, Oskar Longyka, Klavdija Jarc Bezlaj, Mojca Batič, Ajda Porenta, Dora Rakar, Tina Zajec, Neža Piry, Katarina Miklavčič, Evita Oberžan, Domen Lorenz; VIOLINE 2 (SECOND VIOLINS): Uroš Bičanin, Matija Udovič, Tjaša Gorjanc, Nina Pečar, Klara Gruden, Daniel Perez Tujillo, Laura Bartelj, Tonka Pogačnik, Eva Dukarič, Ana Marija Lazari, Vivijana Rogina; VIOLE (VIOLAS): Špela Pirnat, Neža Papler, Anuša Plesničar, Vanja Kojić, Jurij Gracej, Neža Sečnik, Hana Lavrinc, Anita Gnamuš, Urša Žun, Martin Kokošinek; VIOLONČELA (CELLOS): Urh Mrak, Arslan Hamidulin, Lucija Rupert, Alenka Piotrowicz, Katarina Kozjek, Nika Vremšak, Klara Pahor, Katarina Minatti, Ana Zupan;  KONTRABASI (DOUBLE BASSES): Grega Rus, Todor Markovič, Andrej Kašič, Gašper Livk, Joana Gonzales Subira, Arthur Piotrowicz;  HARFA (HARPS):  Urša Rihtaršič Ajda Krišelj;  SAKSOFONI (SAXOFONES):  Gal Grobovšek, Urša Uršič, Manca Krivec; BAS KITARA/KITARA (BASS GUITAR / GUITAR): Luka Štibelj, Urh Zupan, Rok Klančar, Karim Zajec; HARMONIKA (ACCORDEON): Ana Lombar

Concert sponsor: Hranilnica LON bank (www.lon.si)

Veliki božični koncert Gimnazije Kranj 2015 - Slovanski večer.
Veliki simfonični orkester Gimnazije Kranj je brilijanto izvedel simfonično pesnitev: Vltava Bedřicha Smetane iz cikla Moja domovina (Má vlast). Mladi glasbeniki so izvedli to skladbo v Gallusovi dvorani Cankarjevega doma v razprodani dvorani.   S to interpretacijo se je gotovo zapisal v zgodovino najboljših izvedb tega dela vseh časov. Dirigent: Nejc Bečan, koncertni mojster: Nejc Avbelj; vodja produkcije: Grega Jeraša, tonski mojster: Mitja Krže; mastering: Iztok Zupan;  režiser: Primož Zevnik"

Does this help Nick?

It pleases me so much to see this young group do such a wonderful job playing this piece.

Cheers and great week.

steve

Hi Steve,
The orchestra isn’t on either Tidal or Qobuz, so I just enjoyed the YouTube performances. Thanks for posting.
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on September 14, 2020, 06:31:33 PM
Here is an orchestra piece that will test your entire system, from bass thru treble.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1i6TsIVKByM

cheers

steve

Steve,
Can you advise a specific description of this. I’d like to find it on Tidal or Qobuz.
Thanks,
Nick

Hi Nick,

I believe the same orchestra also performed this selection. Although not conclusive, the same conductor and same
light brown/reddish hair clarinet player.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6kqu2mk-Kw     (Another beautiful selection.)

"Smetana: Vltava (The Moldau) - Stunning Performance
3,251,630 views •Dec 26, 2015 29K 909 Share Save
zevnikov

NEW 2019!!!: Dvořák: The Symphony No. 9 "From the New World" https://youtu.be/O_tPb4JFgmw
Last Journey Home Concert trailer: https://youtu.be/AShliVGTDyo
NEW 2017: An American in Paris Stunning Performance: https://youtu.be/RUMJPlQwa50

Gimnazija Kranj Great Christmas Concert 2015 - Slavic Night. Gimnazija Kranj Symphony Orchestra performed Bedřich Smetana symphonic poem: Moldau from a symphonyic poem set: Má vlast (My homeland). Concert was sold out in record time of two days (1500 seats, Gallus Hall, Cankarjev dom, Slovenia). Our kids played stunningly and set a new standard of playing and performing. This is first real film based best Moldau performance on youtube.  Conductor: maestro Nejc Bečan; concert master: Nejc Avbelj; flutes: Aleksandra Pleterski and Anja Kišek;  sound design: Mitja Krže; head of production: Grega Jeraša; sound mastering: Iztok Zupan (Klopotec production); concert and film director: Primož Zevnik


Dedicated to: Živa Pisk (daugther of my dearest friend, poet and translator Klemen Pisk), born in January 2017,  Brno, Czech Republic
http://www.klemen.pisk.net/index-eng....

VPK crew: Video asistenti: Domen Rakef, Jan Ješe; Avdio asistent:Daniel Grintal; Snemalci: Lojze Zlodi, Gregor Pregrad, Bojan Žalec, Robert Gaber, Boštjan Župevc, SOG, PT, CM; Kran operater: Matej Zagorc; Tonski mojster: Grega Zupan; Tehnični vodja: Admir Budimlić Mešalec slike: Flo Skubic; Izvršni producent: Sven Oliver Godec

Scenography: Jernej Kejžar

Floral set: Tina Karba in Marko Trilar (Yasmin: http://yasmin.si/)

Gimnazija Kranj film Crew: Juš Hrastnik, Aljaž Lavtižar, Aljaž Repnik, Mark Jarc, Jaša Krč

MOPS crew: Marjan Cerar

Klopotec Crew: Iztok Zupan

PPZ: Primož Zevnik, producer and director (primoz.zevnik@gmail.com)

Gimnazija Kranj Symphony Orchestra:

Concert master: Nejc Avbelj
Orchestra Operational Manager: Dan Ažman

FLAVTE (FLUTES): Aleksandra Pleterski, Katja Stanovšek, Zarja Hude, Neža Čadež, Manca Teran, Pia Krumpestar, Katjuša Rupnik, Anja Kišek; PIKOLO (PICCOLO) Manca Rozman; OBOE: Pavli Kac Ana Stoshitzky; KLARINETI (CLARINETS): Nadja Drakslar, Uroš Gorenc, Drejc Flajnik, Domen Kos; BAS KLARINET (BASE CLARINET): Jan Šifrer; FAGOTI (BASOONS): Arpad Balazs Piri, Miha Petkovšek; ROGOVI (FRENCH HORNS): Žiga Cesar, Marko Pirc, Miha Lončar, Klever Felicio; TROBENTE: Aleš Klančar, Anžej Remšak, Marko Novak; POZAVNE: Domen Gantar, Žan Škrjanec, Filip Istenič; EVFONIJ: Nina Tajč; TUBA: Tilen Oblak;  TOLKALA: Dan Ažman Pistotnik, Domen Blaznik, Vid Ušeničnik, Miha Ogris: KLAVIR (PIANO):  Monika Podlogar, Rok Zupanc, Katja Jerič, Ana Maria Beguš; VIOLINE 1 (FIRST VIOLINS): Nejc Avbelj, Neža Capuder, Peter Jud, Oskar Longyka, Klavdija Jarc Bezlaj, Mojca Batič, Ajda Porenta, Dora Rakar, Tina Zajec, Neža Piry, Katarina Miklavčič, Evita Oberžan, Domen Lorenz; VIOLINE 2 (SECOND VIOLINS): Uroš Bičanin, Matija Udovič, Tjaša Gorjanc, Nina Pečar, Klara Gruden, Daniel Perez Tujillo, Laura Bartelj, Tonka Pogačnik, Eva Dukarič, Ana Marija Lazari, Vivijana Rogina; VIOLE (VIOLAS): Špela Pirnat, Neža Papler, Anuša Plesničar, Vanja Kojić, Jurij Gracej, Neža Sečnik, Hana Lavrinc, Anita Gnamuš, Urša Žun, Martin Kokošinek; VIOLONČELA (CELLOS): Urh Mrak, Arslan Hamidulin, Lucija Rupert, Alenka Piotrowicz, Katarina Kozjek, Nika Vremšak, Klara Pahor, Katarina Minatti, Ana Zupan;  KONTRABASI (DOUBLE BASSES): Grega Rus, Todor Markovič, Andrej Kašič, Gašper Livk, Joana Gonzales Subira, Arthur Piotrowicz;  HARFA (HARPS):  Urša Rihtaršič Ajda Krišelj;  SAKSOFONI (SAXOFONES):  Gal Grobovšek, Urša Uršič, Manca Krivec; BAS KITARA/KITARA (BASS GUITAR / GUITAR): Luka Štibelj, Urh Zupan, Rok Klančar, Karim Zajec; HARMONIKA (ACCORDEON): Ana Lombar

Concert sponsor: Hranilnica LON bank (www.lon.si)

Veliki božični koncert Gimnazije Kranj 2015 - Slovanski večer.
Veliki simfonični orkester Gimnazije Kranj je brilijanto izvedel simfonično pesnitev: Vltava Bedřicha Smetane iz cikla Moja domovina (Má vlast). Mladi glasbeniki so izvedli to skladbo v Gallusovi dvorani Cankarjevega doma v razprodani dvorani.   S to interpretacijo se je gotovo zapisal v zgodovino najboljših izvedb tega dela vseh časov. Dirigent: Nejc Bečan, koncertni mojster: Nejc Avbelj; vodja produkcije: Grega Jeraša, tonski mojster: Mitja Krže; mastering: Iztok Zupan;  režiser: Primož Zevnik"

Does this help Nick?

It pleases me so much to see this young group do such a wonderful job playing this piece.

Cheers and great week.

steve

Hi Steve,
The orchestra isn’t on either Tidal or Qobuz, so I just enjoyed the YouTube performances. Thanks for posting.
Nick

Your welcome Nick. That is why I stuck with YT premium. So many more selections and the quality is good enough to obtain
really great sound, although I would like to see YT go high rez.

Here is one you might like, pure percussion.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjPoq6LJA9M

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on September 14, 2020, 10:48:46 PM
Here is an orchestra piece that will test your entire system, from bass thru treble.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1i6TsIVKByM

cheers

steve

Steve,
Can you advise a specific description of this. I’d like to find it on Tidal or Qobuz.
Thanks,
Nick

Hi Nick,

I believe the same orchestra also performed this selection. Although not conclusive, the same conductor and same
light brown/reddish hair clarinet player.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6kqu2mk-Kw     (Another beautiful selection.)

"Smetana: Vltava (The Moldau) - Stunning Performance
3,251,630 views •Dec 26, 2015 29K 909 Share Save
zevnikov

NEW 2019!!!: Dvořák: The Symphony No. 9 "From the New World" https://youtu.be/O_tPb4JFgmw
Last Journey Home Concert trailer: https://youtu.be/AShliVGTDyo
NEW 2017: An American in Paris Stunning Performance: https://youtu.be/RUMJPlQwa50

Gimnazija Kranj Great Christmas Concert 2015 - Slavic Night. Gimnazija Kranj Symphony Orchestra performed Bedřich Smetana symphonic poem: Moldau from a symphonyic poem set: Má vlast (My homeland). Concert was sold out in record time of two days (1500 seats, Gallus Hall, Cankarjev dom, Slovenia). Our kids played stunningly and set a new standard of playing and performing. This is first real film based best Moldau performance on youtube.  Conductor: maestro Nejc Bečan; concert master: Nejc Avbelj; flutes: Aleksandra Pleterski and Anja Kišek;  sound design: Mitja Krže; head of production: Grega Jeraša; sound mastering: Iztok Zupan (Klopotec production); concert and film director: Primož Zevnik


Dedicated to: Živa Pisk (daugther of my dearest friend, poet and translator Klemen Pisk), born in January 2017,  Brno, Czech Republic
http://www.klemen.pisk.net/index-eng....

VPK crew: Video asistenti: Domen Rakef, Jan Ješe; Avdio asistent:Daniel Grintal; Snemalci: Lojze Zlodi, Gregor Pregrad, Bojan Žalec, Robert Gaber, Boštjan Župevc, SOG, PT, CM; Kran operater: Matej Zagorc; Tonski mojster: Grega Zupan; Tehnični vodja: Admir Budimlić Mešalec slike: Flo Skubic; Izvršni producent: Sven Oliver Godec

Scenography: Jernej Kejžar

Floral set: Tina Karba in Marko Trilar (Yasmin: http://yasmin.si/)

Gimnazija Kranj film Crew: Juš Hrastnik, Aljaž Lavtižar, Aljaž Repnik, Mark Jarc, Jaša Krč

MOPS crew: Marjan Cerar

Klopotec Crew: Iztok Zupan

PPZ: Primož Zevnik, producer and director (primoz.zevnik@gmail.com)

Gimnazija Kranj Symphony Orchestra:

Concert master: Nejc Avbelj
Orchestra Operational Manager: Dan Ažman

FLAVTE (FLUTES): Aleksandra Pleterski, Katja Stanovšek, Zarja Hude, Neža Čadež, Manca Teran, Pia Krumpestar, Katjuša Rupnik, Anja Kišek; PIKOLO (PICCOLO) Manca Rozman; OBOE: Pavli Kac Ana Stoshitzky; KLARINETI (CLARINETS): Nadja Drakslar, Uroš Gorenc, Drejc Flajnik, Domen Kos; BAS KLARINET (BASE CLARINET): Jan Šifrer; FAGOTI (BASOONS): Arpad Balazs Piri, Miha Petkovšek; ROGOVI (FRENCH HORNS): Žiga Cesar, Marko Pirc, Miha Lončar, Klever Felicio; TROBENTE: Aleš Klančar, Anžej Remšak, Marko Novak; POZAVNE: Domen Gantar, Žan Škrjanec, Filip Istenič; EVFONIJ: Nina Tajč; TUBA: Tilen Oblak;  TOLKALA: Dan Ažman Pistotnik, Domen Blaznik, Vid Ušeničnik, Miha Ogris: KLAVIR (PIANO):  Monika Podlogar, Rok Zupanc, Katja Jerič, Ana Maria Beguš; VIOLINE 1 (FIRST VIOLINS): Nejc Avbelj, Neža Capuder, Peter Jud, Oskar Longyka, Klavdija Jarc Bezlaj, Mojca Batič, Ajda Porenta, Dora Rakar, Tina Zajec, Neža Piry, Katarina Miklavčič, Evita Oberžan, Domen Lorenz; VIOLINE 2 (SECOND VIOLINS): Uroš Bičanin, Matija Udovič, Tjaša Gorjanc, Nina Pečar, Klara Gruden, Daniel Perez Tujillo, Laura Bartelj, Tonka Pogačnik, Eva Dukarič, Ana Marija Lazari, Vivijana Rogina; VIOLE (VIOLAS): Špela Pirnat, Neža Papler, Anuša Plesničar, Vanja Kojić, Jurij Gracej, Neža Sečnik, Hana Lavrinc, Anita Gnamuš, Urša Žun, Martin Kokošinek; VIOLONČELA (CELLOS): Urh Mrak, Arslan Hamidulin, Lucija Rupert, Alenka Piotrowicz, Katarina Kozjek, Nika Vremšak, Klara Pahor, Katarina Minatti, Ana Zupan;  KONTRABASI (DOUBLE BASSES): Grega Rus, Todor Markovič, Andrej Kašič, Gašper Livk, Joana Gonzales Subira, Arthur Piotrowicz;  HARFA (HARPS):  Urša Rihtaršič Ajda Krišelj;  SAKSOFONI (SAXOFONES):  Gal Grobovšek, Urša Uršič, Manca Krivec; BAS KITARA/KITARA (BASS GUITAR / GUITAR): Luka Štibelj, Urh Zupan, Rok Klančar, Karim Zajec; HARMONIKA (ACCORDEON): Ana Lombar

Concert sponsor: Hranilnica LON bank (www.lon.si)

Veliki božični koncert Gimnazije Kranj 2015 - Slovanski večer.
Veliki simfonični orkester Gimnazije Kranj je brilijanto izvedel simfonično pesnitev: Vltava Bedřicha Smetane iz cikla Moja domovina (Má vlast). Mladi glasbeniki so izvedli to skladbo v Gallusovi dvorani Cankarjevega doma v razprodani dvorani.   S to interpretacijo se je gotovo zapisal v zgodovino najboljših izvedb tega dela vseh časov. Dirigent: Nejc Bečan, koncertni mojster: Nejc Avbelj; vodja produkcije: Grega Jeraša, tonski mojster: Mitja Krže; mastering: Iztok Zupan;  režiser: Primož Zevnik"

Does this help Nick?

It pleases me so much to see this young group do such a wonderful job playing this piece.

Cheers and great week.

steve

Hi Steve,
The orchestra isn’t on either Tidal or Qobuz, so I just enjoyed the YouTube performances. Thanks for posting.
Nick

Your welcome Nick. That is why I stuck with YT premium. So many more selections and the quality is good enough to obtain
really great sound, although I would like to see YT go high rez.

Here is one you might like, pure percussion.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjPoq6LJA9M

cheers

steve

Hi Steve,
Normally, a percussion solo wouldn’t interest me very much. But this guy was amazing. Control, dynamics and the sound was amazing. I found a couple of other YouTube Videos by Morten Lund and watched them as well. Thanks for the treat.
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on September 15, 2020, 07:52:25 PM
Here is an orchestra piece that will test your entire system, from bass thru treble.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1i6TsIVKByM

cheers

steve

Steve,
Can you advise a specific description of this. I’d like to find it on Tidal or Qobuz.
Thanks,
Nick

Hi Nick,

I believe the same orchestra also performed this selection. Although not conclusive, the same conductor and same
light brown/reddish hair clarinet player.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6kqu2mk-Kw     (Another beautiful selection.)

"Smetana: Vltava (The Moldau) - Stunning Performance
3,251,630 views •Dec 26, 2015 29K 909 Share Save
zevnikov

NEW 2019!!!: Dvořák: The Symphony No. 9 "From the New World" https://youtu.be/O_tPb4JFgmw
Last Journey Home Concert trailer: https://youtu.be/AShliVGTDyo
NEW 2017: An American in Paris Stunning Performance: https://youtu.be/RUMJPlQwa50

Gimnazija Kranj Great Christmas Concert 2015 - Slavic Night. Gimnazija Kranj Symphony Orchestra performed Bedřich Smetana symphonic poem: Moldau from a symphonyic poem set: Má vlast (My homeland). Concert was sold out in record time of two days (1500 seats, Gallus Hall, Cankarjev dom, Slovenia). Our kids played stunningly and set a new standard of playing and performing. This is first real film based best Moldau performance on youtube.  Conductor: maestro Nejc Bečan; concert master: Nejc Avbelj; flutes: Aleksandra Pleterski and Anja Kišek;  sound design: Mitja Krže; head of production: Grega Jeraša; sound mastering: Iztok Zupan (Klopotec production); concert and film director: Primož Zevnik


Dedicated to: Živa Pisk (daugther of my dearest friend, poet and translator Klemen Pisk), born in January 2017,  Brno, Czech Republic
http://www.klemen.pisk.net/index-eng....

VPK crew: Video asistenti: Domen Rakef, Jan Ješe; Avdio asistent:Daniel Grintal; Snemalci: Lojze Zlodi, Gregor Pregrad, Bojan Žalec, Robert Gaber, Boštjan Župevc, SOG, PT, CM; Kran operater: Matej Zagorc; Tonski mojster: Grega Zupan; Tehnični vodja: Admir Budimlić Mešalec slike: Flo Skubic; Izvršni producent: Sven Oliver Godec

Scenography: Jernej Kejžar

Floral set: Tina Karba in Marko Trilar (Yasmin: http://yasmin.si/)

Gimnazija Kranj film Crew: Juš Hrastnik, Aljaž Lavtižar, Aljaž Repnik, Mark Jarc, Jaša Krč

MOPS crew: Marjan Cerar

Klopotec Crew: Iztok Zupan

PPZ: Primož Zevnik, producer and director (primoz.zevnik@gmail.com)

Gimnazija Kranj Symphony Orchestra:

Concert master: Nejc Avbelj
Orchestra Operational Manager: Dan Ažman

FLAVTE (FLUTES): Aleksandra Pleterski, Katja Stanovšek, Zarja Hude, Neža Čadež, Manca Teran, Pia Krumpestar, Katjuša Rupnik, Anja Kišek; PIKOLO (PICCOLO) Manca Rozman; OBOE: Pavli Kac Ana Stoshitzky; KLARINETI (CLARINETS): Nadja Drakslar, Uroš Gorenc, Drejc Flajnik, Domen Kos; BAS KLARINET (BASE CLARINET): Jan Šifrer; FAGOTI (BASOONS): Arpad Balazs Piri, Miha Petkovšek; ROGOVI (FRENCH HORNS): Žiga Cesar, Marko Pirc, Miha Lončar, Klever Felicio; TROBENTE: Aleš Klančar, Anžej Remšak, Marko Novak; POZAVNE: Domen Gantar, Žan Škrjanec, Filip Istenič; EVFONIJ: Nina Tajč; TUBA: Tilen Oblak;  TOLKALA: Dan Ažman Pistotnik, Domen Blaznik, Vid Ušeničnik, Miha Ogris: KLAVIR (PIANO):  Monika Podlogar, Rok Zupanc, Katja Jerič, Ana Maria Beguš; VIOLINE 1 (FIRST VIOLINS): Nejc Avbelj, Neža Capuder, Peter Jud, Oskar Longyka, Klavdija Jarc Bezlaj, Mojca Batič, Ajda Porenta, Dora Rakar, Tina Zajec, Neža Piry, Katarina Miklavčič, Evita Oberžan, Domen Lorenz; VIOLINE 2 (SECOND VIOLINS): Uroš Bičanin, Matija Udovič, Tjaša Gorjanc, Nina Pečar, Klara Gruden, Daniel Perez Tujillo, Laura Bartelj, Tonka Pogačnik, Eva Dukarič, Ana Marija Lazari, Vivijana Rogina; VIOLE (VIOLAS): Špela Pirnat, Neža Papler, Anuša Plesničar, Vanja Kojić, Jurij Gracej, Neža Sečnik, Hana Lavrinc, Anita Gnamuš, Urša Žun, Martin Kokošinek; VIOLONČELA (CELLOS): Urh Mrak, Arslan Hamidulin, Lucija Rupert, Alenka Piotrowicz, Katarina Kozjek, Nika Vremšak, Klara Pahor, Katarina Minatti, Ana Zupan;  KONTRABASI (DOUBLE BASSES): Grega Rus, Todor Markovič, Andrej Kašič, Gašper Livk, Joana Gonzales Subira, Arthur Piotrowicz;  HARFA (HARPS):  Urša Rihtaršič Ajda Krišelj;  SAKSOFONI (SAXOFONES):  Gal Grobovšek, Urša Uršič, Manca Krivec; BAS KITARA/KITARA (BASS GUITAR / GUITAR): Luka Štibelj, Urh Zupan, Rok Klančar, Karim Zajec; HARMONIKA (ACCORDEON): Ana Lombar

Concert sponsor: Hranilnica LON bank (www.lon.si)

Veliki božični koncert Gimnazije Kranj 2015 - Slovanski večer.
Veliki simfonični orkester Gimnazije Kranj je brilijanto izvedel simfonično pesnitev: Vltava Bedřicha Smetane iz cikla Moja domovina (Má vlast). Mladi glasbeniki so izvedli to skladbo v Gallusovi dvorani Cankarjevega doma v razprodani dvorani.   S to interpretacijo se je gotovo zapisal v zgodovino najboljših izvedb tega dela vseh časov. Dirigent: Nejc Bečan, koncertni mojster: Nejc Avbelj; vodja produkcije: Grega Jeraša, tonski mojster: Mitja Krže; mastering: Iztok Zupan;  režiser: Primož Zevnik"

Does this help Nick?

It pleases me so much to see this young group do such a wonderful job playing this piece.

Cheers and great week.

steve

Hi Steve,
The orchestra isn’t on either Tidal or Qobuz, so I just enjoyed the YouTube performances. Thanks for posting.
Nick

Your welcome Nick. That is why I stuck with YT premium. So many more selections and the quality is good enough to obtain
really great sound, although I would like to see YT go high rez.

Here is one you might like, pure percussion.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjPoq6LJA9M

And this one again to compare recording quality.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjPoq6LJA9M

cheers

steve

Hi Steve,
Normally, a percussion solo wouldn’t interest me very much. But this guy was amazing. Control, dynamics and the sound was amazing. I found a couple of other YouTube Videos by Morten Lund and watched them as well. Thanks for the treat.
Nick

Again, your welcome Nick. I agree this recording is simply amazing. I have to study this selection a little more, but I think this may be the highest quality recording on YT Premium I have ever heard. The cymbals, top hats are so delicate I think I am hearing Heils, the drums, well......

I think I can confidently state that if someone doubts the quality, they need to address their musical system etc.

A few more percussion for those who like such. Each is totally different, and vary in recording quality. A littl e percussion
festival.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7Iab-AC3Dw

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jaugLriyEbs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jDVZPzfS1c

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on November 08, 2020, 09:24:06 AM
As one can see below, I love this song. I tried to find the best violin versions with the iconic solo.
Not in any particular order, One might be better or worse than another. I am starting with the iconic
Ben E. King.

1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTd2ylacYNU

2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7yf54OhMjzw

3. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=17vOfyG4HrU

4. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h4CZgm2X9OY

5. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BbBRs69-NvQ

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on December 26, 2020, 08:54:00 PM
Here is another really nice recording. "Handel Sarabande in D Minor HWV 437 (La Folia), Voices of Music". Listen to it
in Premium YouTube if you can.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOLQd_pUbxs&feature=youtu.be

Cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on December 27, 2020, 07:57:46 PM
Here is another really nice recording. "Handel Sarabande in D Minor HWV 437 (La Folia), Voices of Music". Listen to it
in Premium YouTube if you can.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOLQd_pUbxs&feature=youtu.be

Cheers

steve

Beautifully recorded! Thanks for posting
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on December 30, 2020, 08:28:03 PM
Here is another that has an incredible clarinet and sax at the beginning and violin solo at the end. Too bad those
those segments are not longer in duration.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M57Fi19vcSI

Cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on January 13, 2021, 06:23:07 PM
I came across this selection, and unbelievable ambience, hall presence.  I have no idea of the individual
selections there in, so please forgive me if any offend.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RRXEO-v-CJ8

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on January 17, 2021, 09:17:40 PM
Here is another one with incredible ambience. The hall is just huge and one can "hear it". Instruments are nice as well.
If one does not perceive the ambience, then one has some work to do.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ljvTwbxrylc

I posted the links below before in this string, but added for comparison to when she was ~17.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mVUpKIFHqZk

Reaction and analysis of the above of Patricia for educational purposes.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3n2KaVlLNg&t=903s

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on February 23, 2021, 02:09:34 PM
Here is a selection in which a 1713 Stradi is compared to a 1743 Guarneri. Of course both are world class violins.
This selection is good for testing the resolving power of one's system/venue in the midrange (without bass/lows
present).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4c0AAlImpj4

Cheers and enjoy.

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on February 25, 2021, 09:33:31 PM
Here is a selection in which a 1713 Stradi is compared to a 1743 Guarneri. Of course both are world class violins.
This selection is good for testing the resolving power of one's system/venue in the midrange (without bass/lows
present).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4c0AAlImpj4

Cheers and enjoy.

steve

Steve,
Quite interesting and much to admire in what such artisans accomplished. It did make me curious about preservation and restoration of violins and, of course, utube has videos about that.
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on February 26, 2021, 02:56:33 PM
Here is a selection in which a 1713 Stradi is compared to a 1743 Guarneri. Of course both are world class violins.
This selection is good for testing the resolving power of one's system/venue in the midrange (without bass/lows
present).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4c0AAlImpj4

Cheers and enjoy.

steve

Steve,
Quite interesting and much to admire in what such artisans accomplished. It did make me curious about preservation and restoration of violins and, of course, utube has videos about that.

Hi Nick,

Yes, I was also wondering about preservation, and how much, if any, of the great characteristics have been altered when restoring such fine instruments. Another question to me is what strings is she using in the violins? What about each violin sounding different from the same manufacturer?

Did she use the same bow with each instrument since that affects the sonics, at least from someone who owns a hundred grand violin and has accompanied Itzhak Perlman once told me. I assume what he said was true.

Here is another selection that I think is tough to reproduce. See what you guys think about its quality.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Frq7rjEGzs&feature=youtu.be

Cheers and thanks for the great questions/comments Nick.

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on March 09, 2021, 06:37:21 PM
Here is a selection with a variety of instruments, voices and atmosphere. Can check many qualities.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=enuOArEfqGo

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on March 09, 2021, 09:55:49 PM
Here is a selection with a variety of instruments, voices and atmosphere. Can check many qualities.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=enuOArEfqGo

cheers

steve

Hi Steve,
That was wonderful and quite unique. I hadn’t thought that it could be presented that way. As usual, I’ve also looked it up on Roon and am playing a few different versions.
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on March 11, 2021, 10:08:31 AM
Here is a selection with a variety of instruments, voices and atmosphere. Can check many qualities.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=enuOArEfqGo

cheers

steve

Hi Steve,
That was wonderful and quite unique. I hadn’t thought that it could be presented that way. As usual, I’ve also looked it up on Roon and am playing a few different versions.
Nick

After listening to Morricone's works, he is pure genius imo. Although not a reference quality selection, here is another.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JY0LYitEVxo

Morricone's music has a way of leading you through the human experience, the emotions, that very few others can.
Just imagine actually being present at these live performances.
The examples in this string are why I continue to work so hard towards audio reproduction perfection.

Here is one comment one posted that I thought was accurate.

"Ennio Morricone is one of the most creative composers ever. He literally invented a new genre of music, and no one since has been able to match its unique emotional resonance. Rock meets opera meets folk meets Wagnerian epic symphony, and all in the service of a relatively low budget western made by an Italian in Spain. Talk about over-delivering!"

What a genius he was.

steve

ps. Imo they could have done without the hanging man though.
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on March 21, 2021, 06:53:01 PM
Guitar is one of my favorite instruments. Found this video of guitarist Michael Lucareill. Have just listened to a few songs, but quite enjoy his playing. Also found him on Qobuz, so I can stream via Roon on the big rig  :thumb:

https://youtu.be/u-Xb7zijWKE
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Bill O'Connell on March 22, 2021, 11:28:36 AM
Nick,

  On Qobuz check out;    Fausto Mesolella, his "Live Ad Alcatraz " is wonderful.

 Great guitar.
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Post by: Nick B on March 22, 2021, 01:20:29 PM
Nick,

  On Qobuz check out;    Fausto Mesolella, his "Live Ad Alcatraz " is wonderful.

 Great guitar.

Thanks, Bill!
Just found him on Qobuz and bookmarked. Sounds great on my iPad....maybe even better tonight on the big rig??  :lol:
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Post by: Bill O'Connell on March 22, 2021, 01:37:42 PM
A really well recorded album. It is a shame he passed away in 2017. His Live Ad Alcatraz was never made in LP form but his other albums are, or at least two
of them as I had to pick them up as they really are Reference recordings , tubed Neumann microphones, just a lovely warm presentation.
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Post by: steve on March 24, 2021, 01:04:01 PM
Interesting guitar Nick, thanks for posting this selection. Sounds very nice indeed. So much good music out there.

On the subject of guitarists, here is a selection from Tommy Emmanuel. Music starts about 3 minutes in, for those who just want the music.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=niT2q0ElP4g

This one is about 2 hrs, in St. Louis.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p143-GYP1zs

and Dream On, Boyce Avenue cover.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvCq6-zWw7M

cheers

steve
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Post by: Nick B on March 28, 2021, 11:45:12 PM
Roon is wonderful software. I was able to find Mirusia, and thru Mirusia I stumbled onto this beautiful song ... “Walking In The Air” ... that I had never heard before. Beautiful melody and lyrics

https://youtu.be/tQYbKvh2czk
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Post by: steve on March 31, 2021, 07:39:28 PM
Roon is wonderful software. I was able to find Mirusia, and thru Mirusia I stumbled onto this beautiful song ... “Walking In The Air” ... that I had never heard before. Beautiful melody and lyrics

https://youtu.be/tQYbKvh2czk

It is captivating Nick. The sweeping melody and visuals are cool and that very deep bass
"undertow" is just marvelous.

Thanks for sharing.

steve
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Post by: steve on April 08, 2021, 12:20:44 PM
The whole recording is so wonderful with the players interacting, excellent in virtually all aspects. Just a wonderful recording.

With that in mind, pay close attention to the cello at ~ 5:20 minute mark. I am glad they took the slight mishap with such grace and even humor.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpPjlLbti1o

cheers

steve
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Post by: Nick B on April 08, 2021, 05:25:29 PM
The whole recording is so wonderful with the players interacting, excellent in virtually all aspects. Just a wonderful recording.

With that in mind, pay close attention to the cello at ~ 5:20 minute mark. I am glad they took the slight mishap with such grace and even humor.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpPjlLbti1o

cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve. That was beautifully done. As to that mishap, I’ve never it that happen, but he figuratively didn’t miss a beat 👍🎶
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Post by: steve on April 22, 2021, 02:35:30 PM
Gents, I just found this site today. Minimalist recording, ambience in spades, and naturalness, even in YouTube premium.

https://arizonachambermusic.org/videos/jackie-glazier-clarinet-ivan-ugorich-viola-fanya-lin-piano/

cheers

steve
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Post by: Nick B on April 22, 2021, 05:01:45 PM
Gents, I just found this site today. Minimalist recording, ambience in spades, and naturalness, even in YouTube premium.

https://arizonachambermusic.org/videos/jackie-glazier-clarinet-ivan-ugorich-viola-fanya-lin-piano/

cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve. I really enjoy the clarinet. Tried to donate a few 💵, but it never did link me to anything. Oh well....
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Post by: steve on April 23, 2021, 04:07:16 PM
Gents, I just found this site today. Minimalist recording, ambience in spades, and naturalness, even in YouTube premium.

https://arizonachambermusic.org/videos/jackie-glazier-clarinet-ivan-ugorich-viola-fanya-lin-piano/

cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve. I really enjoy the clarinet. Tried to donate a few 💵, but it never did link me to anything. Oh well....

I had no problem, using Firefox browser just now Nick. I have seen where my browser did not work at a location. Or maybe it was just a temp snag. I did not attempt to enter my own amount in; maybe that made a difference?

I clicked directly on the amount shown ($10, $35 etc box) and the amount showed up in the $ amount box. I then clicked donate and proceded to the next webpage and entered my credit card information. I clicked donate at the bottom and the transaction went through.

I also just loved the clarinet quality. Piano was good, the viola was a little weak, prob a mic placement. Still an amazing recording imo.

cheers and thanks for your input Nick.

steve
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Post by: Nick B on April 23, 2021, 08:59:38 PM
Gents, I just found this site today. Minimalist recording, ambience in spades, and naturalness, even in YouTube premium.

https://arizonachambermusic.org/videos/jackie-glazier-clarinet-ivan-ugorich-viola-fanya-lin-piano/

cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve. I really enjoy the clarinet. Tried to donate a few 💵, but it never did link me to anything. Oh well....

I had no problem, using Firefox browser just now Nick. I have seen where my browser did not work at a location. Or maybe it was just a temp snag. I did not attempt to enter my own amount in; maybe that made a difference?

I clicked directly on the amount shown ($10, $35 etc box) and the amount showed up in the $ amount box. I then clicked donate and proceded to the next webpage and entered my credit card information. I clicked donate at the bottom and the transaction went through.

I also just loved the clarinet quality. Piano was good, the viola was a little weak, prob a mic placement. Still an amazing recording imo.

cheers and thanks for your input Nick.

steve

Thanks, Steve. Maybe as simple as the browser. Will check it out. How nice that musicians have adapted and still are able to contribute to our musical enjoyment 🎶😀
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Post by: steve on April 25, 2021, 03:59:29 PM
Gents, I just found this site today. Minimalist recording, ambience in spades, and naturalness, even in YouTube premium.

https://arizonachambermusic.org/videos/jackie-glazier-clarinet-ivan-ugorich-viola-fanya-lin-piano/

cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve. I really enjoy the clarinet. Tried to donate a few 💵, but it never did link me to anything. Oh well....

I had no problem, using Firefox browser just now Nick. I have seen where my browser did not work at a location. Or maybe it was just a temp snag. I did not attempt to enter my own amount in; maybe that made a difference?

I clicked directly on the amount shown ($10, $35 etc box) and the amount showed up in the $ amount box. I then clicked donate and proceded to the next webpage and entered my credit card information. I clicked donate at the bottom and the transaction went through.

I also just loved the clarinet quality. Piano was good, the viola was a little weak, prob a mic placement. Still an amazing recording imo.

cheers and thanks for your input Nick.

steve

Thanks, Steve. Maybe as simple as the browser. Will check it out. How nice that musicians have adapted and still are able to contribute to our musical enjoyment 🎶😀

I hope it helps Nick.

I immediately loved the song when the ladies/gent discussed the selections. The room ambience is one of my favorite
parts of any selection. Just sounded so real.

Cheers and great week Nick.

steve
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Post by: Nick B on May 15, 2021, 05:07:12 PM
I just found this on utoob. What is the instrument Kristina is playing?? Is it a banjo? Whatever it is, I don’t think I’ve ever seen it used in an orchestral setting before.

https://youtu.be/k2i8BoHYX3s
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Post by: tmazz on May 15, 2021, 07:10:40 PM
I just found this on utoob. What is the instrument Kristina is playing?? Is it a banjo? Whatever it is, I don’t think I’ve ever seen it used in an orchestral setting before.

https://youtu.be/k2i8BoHYX3s

She is playing the domra, a long-necked Belarusian, Russian, and Ukrainian folk string instrument of the lute family with a round body and three or four metal strings.

(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/50/%D0%94%D0%BE%D0%BC%D1%80%D0%B0_%D1%8D%D0%BA%D1%81%D0%BF._%D1%86%D0%B5%D1%85%D0%B0_%D1%84%D0%B0%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B8%D0%BA%D0%B8_%D0%9B%D1%83%D0%BD%D0%B0%D1%87%D0%B0%D1%80%D1%81%D0%BA%D0%BE%D0%B3%D0%BE%2C_1970-%D0%B5.JPG/250px-%D0%94%D0%BE%D0%BC%D1%80%D0%B0_%D1%8D%D0%BA%D1%81%D0%BF._%D1%86%D0%B5%D1%85%D0%B0_%D1%84%D0%B0%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B8%D0%BA%D0%B8_%D0%9B%D1%83%D0%BD%D0%B0%D1%87%D0%B0%D1%80%D1%81%D0%BA%D0%BE%D0%B3%D0%BE%2C_1970-%D0%B5.JPG)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Domra

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Post by: Nick B on May 15, 2021, 07:57:18 PM
Thanks, Tom. I don’t think I could have figured that out. Have never heard of the Domra. Am guessing some of those comments on utoob are maybe Cyrillic
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Post by: tmazz on May 16, 2021, 05:56:19 AM
I wish I could say I knew it offhand, but I googled Kristina and found out she plays the dorma for the Moscow Philharmonic, which also would explain the Cyrillic comments.
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Post by: steve on May 20, 2021, 08:34:43 PM
Wonderful sounding instruments Nick. Nice and mellow, pure.

Here is a selection with incredible ambience and naturalness of voice.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ljvTwbxrylc

cheers

steve
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Post by: Nick B on May 20, 2021, 10:32:35 PM
Wonderful sounding instruments Nick. Nice and mellow, pure.

Here is a selection with incredible ambience and naturalness of voice.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ljvTwbxrylc

cheers

steve

Steve,
What a beautiful voice she has! Had not heard of her. She’ll turn 23 in June. Found her on Roon and will post the album in our usual Album Reviews section  :thumb:
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Post by: steve on May 21, 2021, 03:47:49 PM
Wonderful sounding instruments Nick. Nice and mellow, pure.

Here is a selection with incredible ambience and naturalness of voice.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ljvTwbxrylc

cheers

steve

Steve,
What a beautiful voice she has! Had not heard of her. She’ll turn 23 in June. Found her on Roon and will post the album in our usual Album Reviews section  :thumb:

Patricia Janeckova is some kind of singer. I posted links of her singing, #224 on page 15 when she was 17. Here she is at 13 years old.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOy6M_X2MO8

I think one of the aspects that makes her voice so special is that as her voice rises to the high frequencies, she never shrills. Her voice always has that wonderful character. That assessment first came from a reaction video to her singing a doll aria.

cheers

steve
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Post by: steve on May 27, 2021, 03:26:34 PM
This selection is a little different than the others, with a different comparison that I thought was interesting.
Ever notice that some "covers" have a back round that differs in sonic quality from the singer?

A viola plays with a karaoke back round bass. Can you discern the difference in sound quality between
the bass and the viola? An interesting test.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXomvjeiNYs

cheers

steve
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Post by: steve on June 13, 2021, 09:33:08 PM
Here is a selection that has a voice that seems to compare favorably to Maria's, but without a hint of stride imo.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNU1pvc2nv4

cheers

steve
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Post by: Nick B on June 13, 2021, 09:51:09 PM
Here is a selection that has a voice that seems to compare favorably to Maria's, but without a hint of stride imo.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNU1pvc2nv4

cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve. I found her on Qobuz
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Post by: steve on June 14, 2021, 04:10:30 PM
Here is a selection that has a voice that seems to compare favorably to Maria's, but without a hint of stride imo.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNU1pvc2nv4

cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve. I found her on Qobuz

Is there much difference in the musical quality between Qobuz and YT premium?

Here is Maria singing the same selection. Although older recording, I think one can get a sense of Maria's vocal quality stunning. But I like Aida very very much. I am not an opera fan per se, but I find her voice so pleasing and soothing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vN6IXWo_bpg

cheers

steeve
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Post by: Nick B on June 14, 2021, 06:11:02 PM
Here is a selection that has a voice that seems to compare favorably to Maria's, but without a hint of stride imo.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNU1pvc2nv4

cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve. I found her on Qobuz

Is there much difference in the musical quality between Qobuz and YT premium?

Here is Maria singing the same selection. Although older recording, I think one can get a sense of Maria's vocal quality stunning. But I like Aida very very much. I am not an opera fan per se, but I find her voice so pleasing and soothing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vN6IXWo_bpg

cheers

steeve

I don’t subscribe to YT Premium. When I listen on Qobuz, Tidal and YT, it’s on my iPad for fun. Serious listening of Qobuz and Tidal is via Roon on the big rig, as Marty used to say.
I thought Aida’s voice a little bit shrill on my iPad compared to Maria’s. No I didn’t check how old the Maria Callas recording was, but likely very many years ago. The loudness levels appeared to be different as well and Maria’s recording quite possibly rolled off at the top. Like you, I listen to very little opera and I’ve never attended an opera performance in person. A dear couple that I know are quite the opera aficionados and they told me some wonderful stories about attending performances in Italy.
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on June 14, 2021, 10:55:03 PM
Here is a selection that has a voice that seems to compare favorably to Maria's, but without a hint of stride imo.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNU1pvc2nv4

cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve. I found her on Qobuz

Is there much difference in the musical quality between Qobuz and YT premium?

Here is Maria singing the same selection. Although older recording, I think one can get a sense of Maria's vocal quality stunning. But I like Aida very very much. I am not an opera fan per se, but I find her voice so pleasing and soothing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vN6IXWo_bpg

cheers

steeve

I don’t subscribe to YT Premium. When I listen on Qobuz, Tidal and YT, it’s on my iPad for fun. Serious listening of Qobuz and Tidal is via Roon on the big rig, as Marty used to say.
I thought Aida’s voice a little bit shrill on my iPad compared to Maria’s. No I didn’t check how old the Maria Callas recording was, but likely very many years ago. The loudness levels appeared to be different as well and Maria’s recording quite possibly rolled off at the top. Like you, I listen to very little opera and I’ve never attended an opera performance in person. A dear couple that I know are quite the opera aficionados and they told me some wonderful stories about attending performances in Italy.

Interesting. I found just the opposite on my system. Probably a different personal preference and/or better description this post. I found Aida's highs to have just slightly more body, slightly more fullness, creating a smoothness so to speak than Maria's throughout. Maria's was known for a dryness, aridity according to some critics. I agree but again it may be personal preference and description.

cheers and all the best.

steve
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Post by: Nick B on June 15, 2021, 09:02:30 AM
Here is a selection that has a voice that seems to compare favorably to Maria's, but without a hint of stride imo.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNU1pvc2nv4

cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve. I found her on Qobuz

Is there much difference in the musical quality between Qobuz and YT premium?

Here is Maria singing the same selection. Although older recording, I think one can get a sense of Maria's vocal quality stunning. But I like Aida very very much. I am not an opera fan per se, but I find her voice so pleasing and soothing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vN6IXWo_bpg

cheers

steeve

I don’t subscribe to YT Premium. When I listen on Qobuz, Tidal and YT, it’s on my iPad for fun. Serious listening of Qobuz and Tidal is via Roon on the big rig, as Marty used to say.
I thought Aida’s voice a little bit shrill on my iPad compared to Maria’s. No I didn’t check how old the Maria Callas recording was, but likely very many years ago. The loudness levels appeared to be different as well and Maria’s recording quite possibly rolled off at the top. Like you, I listen to very little opera and I’ve never attended an opera performance in person. A dear couple that I know are quite the opera aficionados and they told me some wonderful stories about attending performances in Italy.

Interesting. I found just the opposite on my system. Probably a different personal preference and/or better description this post. I found Aida's highs to have just slightly more body, slightly more fullness, creating a smoothness so to speak than Maria's throughout. Maria's was known for a dryness, aridity according to some critics. I agree but again it may be personal preference and description.

cheers and all the best.

steve

Steve,
I just listened again and had the same result. Are you listening to these ladies on a portable device or somehow through your system? I am simply playing mine on my iPad
Nick
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on June 15, 2021, 02:01:32 PM
Here is a selection that has a voice that seems to compare favorably to Maria's, but without a hint of stride imo.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNU1pvc2nv4

cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve. I found her on Qobuz

Is there much difference in the musical quality between Qobuz and YT premium?

Here is Maria singing the same selection. Although older recording, I think one can get a sense of Maria's vocal quality stunning. But I like Aida very very much. I am not an opera fan per se, but I find her voice so pleasing and soothing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vN6IXWo_bpg

cheers

steeve

I don’t subscribe to YT Premium. When I listen on Qobuz, Tidal and YT, it’s on my iPad for fun. Serious listening of Qobuz and Tidal is via Roon on the big rig, as Marty used to say.
I thought Aida’s voice a little bit shrill on my iPad compared to Maria’s. No I didn’t check how old the Maria Callas recording was, but likely very many years ago. The loudness levels appeared to be different as well and Maria’s recording quite possibly rolled off at the top. Like you, I listen to very little opera and I’ve never attended an opera performance in person. A dear couple that I know are quite the opera aficionados and they told me some wonderful stories about attending performances in Italy.

Interesting. I found just the opposite on my system. Probably a different personal preference and/or better description this post. I found Aida's highs to have just slightly more body, slightly more fullness, creating a smoothness so to speak than Maria's throughout. Maria's was known for a dryness, aridity according to some critics. I agree but again it may be personal preference and description.

cheers and all the best.

steve

Steve,
I just listened again and had the same result. Are you listening to these ladies on a portable device or somehow through your system? I am simply playing mine on my iPad
Nick

Nick, you bring up a very interesting point that I think needs to be addressed, and also the point concerning a general balanced FR response discussed in the RCA Radiotron Designers Handbook.

The difference is that the iPad is not high fidelity and leaves out both the lower registers and highest registers. I played both selections thru my little computer speakers and Aida did sound slightly thinner than Maria on the high notes.

However, when I played both selections thru my reference stereo, Aida had more flesh and venue ambience (lower registers) while Maria's voice was thinner on the higher notes (higher registers) than Aida's. In otherwards, Maria's high notes contain more higher order harmonics than Aida's high notes, which the stereo reveals while the iPad does not. As mentioned earlier, that is why the critics believed that Maria's voice was somewhat dry and aridity, listening live.

Thanks for mentioning the iPad Nick. You bring up an interesting point with regards to frequency response in general, that the RCA Radiotron Designers Handbook, written by 26 RCA engineers, indirectly addresses. Below is the frequency response of the ear, via two graphs. If I may address the general public.

If one limits the lower frequencies of an audio system, as when the volume (spl) is low, then the midrange suchb as voices sound thin. One can either boost the bass (a control), or limit the highs (a control) to produce a more natural voice. In the case of the iPad, both the lows and very highs are reduced for a more balanced midrange, so Maria's higher harmonics of her high notes are limited to some extent. Thus Maria's high notes seemed less strident than Aida's voice which lacks the higher order harmonics.

Hope this answers some general questions.

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on June 15, 2021, 02:54:30 PM
Here is a selection that has a voice that seems to compare favorably to Maria's, but without a hint of stride imo.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNU1pvc2nv4

cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve. I found her on Qobuz

Is there much difference in the musical quality between Qobuz and YT premium?

Here is Maria singing the same selection. Although older recording, I think one can get a sense of Maria's vocal quality stunning. But I like Aida very very much. I am not an opera fan per se, but I find her voice so pleasing and soothing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vN6IXWo_bpg

cheers

steeve

I don’t subscribe to YT Premium. When I listen on Qobuz, Tidal and YT, it’s on my iPad for fun. Serious listening of Qobuz and Tidal is via Roon on the big rig, as Marty used to say.
I thought Aida’s voice a little bit shrill on my iPad compared to Maria’s. No I didn’t check how old the Maria Callas recording was, but likely very many years ago. The loudness levels appeared to be different as well and Maria’s recording quite possibly rolled off at the top. Like you, I listen to very little opera and I’ve never attended an opera performance in person. A dear couple that I know are quite the opera aficionados and they told me some wonderful stories about attending performances in Italy.

Interesting. I found just the opposite on my system. Probably a different personal preference and/or better description this post. I found Aida's highs to have just slightly more body, slightly more fullness, creating a smoothness so to speak than Maria's throughout. Maria's was known for a dryness, aridity according to some critics. I agree but again it may be personal preference and description.

cheers and all the best.

steve

Steve,
I just listened again and had the same result. Are you listening to these ladies on a portable device or somehow through your system? I am simply playing mine on my iPad
Nick

Nick, you bring up a very interesting point that I think needs to be addressed, and also the point concerning a general balanced FR response discussed in the RCA Radiotron Designers Handbook.

The difference is that the iPad is not high fidelity and leaves out both the lower registers and highest registers. I played both selections thru my little computer speakers and Aida did sound slightly thinner than Maria on the high notes.

However, when I played both selections thru my reference stereo, Aida had more flesh and venue ambience (lower registers) while Maria's voice was thinner on the higher notes (higher registers) than Aida's. In otherwards, Maria's high notes contain more higher order harmonics than Aida's high notes, which the stereo reveals while the iPad does not. As mentioned earlier, that is why the critics believed that Maria's voice was somewhat dry and aridity, listening live.

Thanks for mentioning the iPad Nick. You bring up an interesting point with regards to frequency response in general, that the RCA Radiotron Designers Handbook, written by 26 RCA engineers, indirectly addresses. Below is the frequency response of the ear, via two graphs. If I may address the general public.

If one limits the lower frequencies of an audio system, as when the volume (spl) is low, then the midrange suchb as voices sound thin. One can either boost the bass (a control), or limit the highs (a control) to produce a more natural voice. In the case of the iPad, both the lows and very highs are reduced for a more balanced midrange, so Maria's higher harmonics of her high notes are limited to some extent. Thus Maria's high notes seemed less strident than Aida's voice which lacks the higher order harmonics.

Hope this answers some general questions.

steve

Hi Steve,
Thanks for that explanation. I am traveling a bit today, but when I get home I will search for the two ladies on Roon and play it on the big rig.
Nick
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Post by: steve on July 07, 2021, 05:10:34 PM
Here is a 5 piano piece of a George Gershwin selection that is extremely open, tranparent. Incredible ambience, great dynamics. From top to bottom the pianos should sound incredibly natural and accurate.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cJgEJu3ems

cheers

steve
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Post by: steve on July 22, 2021, 02:36:02 PM
Folks, I just had to post this selection. At a 214 to 1 ratio of thumbs up vs thumbs down, I found this lady
fascinating with her ability to create music and singing talent.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2IhvMO6OZZw

cheers

steve
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Post by: steve on August 12, 2021, 02:58:17 PM
Here is an up and coming star and the recording quality is amazing, especially from a show production and Utube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qF0JV28vgLw

This recording is not only amazing quality (use premium as always) but she puts in so much passion. This recording is right on the line, so if your system is a hair thin sounding, this might not be for you. Or, you can tweak your speaker placement by adjusting a minute amount to increase the fullness.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iqpmIyDbKKU

cheers

steve
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Post by: BobM on August 12, 2021, 04:06:53 PM
Wow ... I cried.
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: tmazz on August 14, 2021, 04:30:17 PM
Here is an up and coming star and the recording quality is amazing, especially from a show production and Utube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qF0JV28vgLw

This recording is not only amazing quality (use premium as always) but she puts in so much passion. This recording is right on the line, so if your system is a hair thin sounding, this might not be for you. Or, you can tweak your speaker placement by adjusting a minute amount to increase the fullness.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iqpmIyDbKKU

cheers

steve

Wow, those are two very talented young ladies!
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: P.I. on August 14, 2021, 09:31:45 PM
did you have to blow your nose?  8)

doug s.
Wow ... I cried.
Wow, I did... honk!  :thumb:
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on August 14, 2021, 09:39:31 PM
Here is an up and coming star and the recording quality is amazing, especially from a show production and Utube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qF0JV28vgLw

This recording is not only amazing quality (use premium as always) but she puts in so much passion. This recording is right on the line, so if your system is a hair thin sounding, this might not be for you. Or, you can tweak your speaker placement by adjusting a minute amount to increase the fullness.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iqpmIyDbKKU

cheers

steve

Wow, those are two very talented young ladies!

They blew me away, and the recording is pretty incredible. Evidently the recording industry is actually improving their product quality. That and minimalist recording techniques?

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on August 21, 2021, 06:55:31 PM
This incredible piano recording has 5 selections contained. Let's see how your system reproduces
the rich piano sound in all its glory.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZ84GSXhhnw

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tzz3faAlJrU

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on September 10, 2021, 04:41:21 PM
A little Miles Davis recording. Any thoughts concerning different selections?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylXk1LBvIqU&list=OLAK5uy_nkfBmwK2t62J1xAsfhcwj9PVQG7N5UunA

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on September 13, 2021, 03:26:03 PM
Here is one that will really test your system. How real does the percussion sound?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4P4luHdFwA

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on October 12, 2021, 10:49:39 PM
Three selections. Which sounds best on your system? Is there one area you find special in a selection?
No rights or wrongs.

A. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6j1yGnes24

B. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNwXxIm-7jI

C. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_O50k6QGTIc

Cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on October 25, 2021, 06:46:22 AM
What can one say concerning Jascha Heifetz? Thought this would be enjoyable, especially for those who just wish to hear music, ~3:10.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJPWWMWkmQA

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on October 25, 2021, 10:49:40 AM
What can one say concerning Jascha Heifetz? Thought this would be enjoyable, especially for those who just wish to hear music, ~3:10.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJPWWMWkmQA

cheers

steve

Thanks for posting, Steve. Absolutely beautiful and captivating… for those interested, I have posted a link from Wikipedia. I was curious what violins he preferred and that is described. It’s also interesting that he owned the first Electricar on the west coast (18:10 in the video)
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jascha_Heifetz
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on November 18, 2021, 06:51:56 PM
See what you gent and ladies think. I am not sure I have ever heard this selection before.
The second is a shorterversion, from britains got talent.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1ZL5AxmK_A

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vsg_dI2Tfns

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: malloy on November 18, 2021, 09:54:24 PM
What can one say concerning Jascha Heifetz? Thought this would be enjoyable, especially for those who just wish to hear music, ~3:10.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJPWWMWkmQA

cheers

steve

Thanks for sharing! Haven't seen this before. All I can say is, Heifetz isn't my first choice for Bach. I find his take on the solo pieces too fast. I prefer Arthur Grumiaux's version, but the Chaconne (19:13) in this recording is slower than what I have on CD.

But for certain pieces, such as the Saint-Saens' Rondo, he is my favorite. Never heard it played quite like that.

Here's some info on Grumiaux: https://stringsmagazine.com/essential-historical-recordings-arthur-grumiaux/

Paul
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on November 28, 2021, 04:18:58 PM
What can one say concerning Jascha Heifetz? Thought this would be enjoyable, especially for those who just wish to hear music, ~3:10.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJPWWMWkmQA

cheers

steve
[/quote

Thanks for sharing! Haven't seen this before. All I can say is, Heifetz isn't my first choice for Bach. I find his take on the solo pieces too fast. I prefer Arthur Grumiaux's version, but the Chaconne (19:13) in this recording is slower than what I have on CD.

But for certain pieces, such as the Saint-Saens' Rondo, he is my favorite. Never heard it played quite like that.

Here's some info on Grumiaux: https://stringsmagazine.com/essential-historical-recordings-arthur-grumiaux/

Paul

I see what you are saying, different interpretations. Recordings of both are good. I had never heard of Grrumiaux before but like his performances.

Thanks for bringing him to my attention Paul.

cheers

steve

Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on December 20, 2021, 08:53:52 PM
I just found this one, from Patricia again, with incredible transparency, naturalness even on YouTube premium. There are some really incredible recordings from Overseas. Kudos to them.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hXaJ17cwci0

And another one by Gemma Nha. What a voice.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EdYgBb5sKD0

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on January 16, 2022, 07:12:04 AM
Here is an excellent recording, Cry to Me, with great intimacy and very palpable. Thank you P.I.

https://www.youtube.com/user/marcbroussardvideos

cheers

stev3
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on January 24, 2022, 05:41:15 PM
See what you think.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zQqHCb16MNg

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on January 25, 2022, 12:21:58 AM
See what you think.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zQqHCb16MNg

cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve. I recall that tune quite well. Here’s some info about it

Horst Jankowski - A Walk In The Black Forest (1965) on Vimeo
Search domain vimeo.comhttps://vimeo.com › 387957741
German pianist Horst Jankowski was one of the last of this period with his smash hit "A Walk In The Black Forest." The tune reached #1 on the US easy listening chart, #12 on the on the Billboard Hot 100, and #9 on the Cash Box Top 100 on July 3, 1965. It sold over one million copies, and was awarded a gold disc.
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on January 25, 2022, 09:23:03 AM
See what you think.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zQqHCb16MNg

cheers

steve


Thanks, Steve. I recall that tune quite well. Here’s some info about it

Horst Jankowski - A Walk In The Black Forest (1965) on Vimeo
Search domain vimeo.comhttps://vimeo.com › 387957741
German pianist Horst Jankowski was one of the last of this period with his smash hit "A Walk In The Black Forest." The tune reached #1 on the US easy listening chart, #12 on the on the Billboard Hot 100, and #9 on the Cash Box Top 100 on July 3, 1965. It sold over one million copies, and was awarded a gold disc.

I cannot remember what song replaced it as number 1 easy listening, but I remember being disappointed. So good to be able to play these oldies but goodies again. Nice quality regardless of the year.

Cheers and thanks for the additional info Nick.

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on January 29, 2022, 09:14:01 PM
I don't know if I posted this link, but it is so incredibly transparent, natural. This may be one of the half dozen best
quality recordings I have ever heard. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cJgEJu3ems

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: P.I. on January 30, 2022, 08:33:15 AM
I don't know if I posted this link, but it is so incredibly transparent, natural. This may be one of the half dozen best
quality recordings I have ever heard. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cJgEJu3ems

cheers

steve
:thumb:  and funny, too!  :lol:
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: dflee on January 30, 2022, 08:56:08 AM
Listening to that on headphones is a trip.
Thanks for bringing that to my attention.
Quite entertaining.

Don
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on February 14, 2022, 08:14:43 AM
Quality is good. Some question if she is actually singing, but other songs seem to verify her voice.
Kid could be a star.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V1LhC1zGouc

Reactions.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pKE4z6lWy-A
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRNSqePOGm8

Cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on February 14, 2022, 01:03:49 PM
Here is an excellent recording, Cry to Me, with great intimacy and very palpable. Thank you P.I.

https://www.youtube.com/user/marcbroussardvideos
 :D
cheers

stev3

I played the video again today and then found Marc Broussard’s Valentines Day version that has his two young daughters in it. They are both cute in different ways. His older daughter Evie is quite the performer  A good video to put a smile on your face today  :thumb:
https://youtu.be/e46Xez8tdh8
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on February 15, 2022, 05:43:58 PM
Here is an excellent recording, Cry to Me, with great intimacy and very palpable. Thank you P.I.

https://www.youtube.com/user/marcbroussardvideos
 :D
cheers

stev3

I played the video again today and then found Marc Broussard’s Valentines Day version that has his two young daughters in it. They are both cute in different ways. His older daughter Evie is quite the performer  A good video to put a smile on your face today  :thumb:
https://youtu.be/e46Xez8tdh8

The recording is incredible. Ultra transparent, dynamic, so natural.

Thanks for posting this Nick.

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: P.I. on February 16, 2022, 04:43:58 PM
Here is an excellent recording, Cry to Me, with great intimacy and very palpable. Thank you P.I.

https://www.youtube.com/user/marcbroussardvideos
 :D
cheers

stev3

I played the video again today and then found Marc Broussard’s Valentines Day version that has his two young daughters in it. They are both cute in different ways. His older daughter Evie is quite the performer  A good video to put a smile on your face today  :thumb:
https://youtu.be/e46Xez8tdh8
The ladies are adortable!!!
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on February 28, 2022, 06:33:39 PM
Found these selections by accident. Although one may not like song choices, the recordings are 
unbelievably transparent, natural, real. These are among the handful that are the cream of
the crop, the very best in recording quality.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EdYgBb5sKD0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uH98ejb-77I

I changed the bottom link to a better one.

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on March 09, 2022, 07:08:31 PM
This recording may check the true quality of your system. Do you believe that this recording actually occurred
in the kitchen, in real time?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfxpuV-MJaI

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on March 30, 2022, 01:39:48 PM
Going to try an experiment here, since I cannot link my selection from Tidal.

Danish National Orchestra     Diva Dance  (from the fifth element) master

and

Superstition Mike Dawes (not the live version, album What just happened)

I wonder how many will be able to find them? 

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: P.I. on March 30, 2022, 02:50:30 PM
Going to try an experiment here, since I cannot link my selection from Tidal.

Danish National Orchestra     Diva Dance  (from the fifth element) master

and

Superstition Mike Dawes (not the live version, album What just happened)

I wonder how many will be able to find them? 

cheers

steve
Me!  Thanks, Steve  :thumb:
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: tmazz on March 31, 2022, 06:01:25 PM
Going to try an experiment here, since I cannot link my selection from Tidal.

Danish National Orchestra     Diva Dance  (from the fifth element) master

and

Superstition Mike Dawes (not the live version, album What just happened)

I wonder how many will be able to find them? 

cheers

steve

Found them both on Qobuz.  :D
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on April 03, 2022, 08:36:52 PM
For those who can't find it on Tidal or another, here is a different, live version on YT premium that should give one
a great indication of how transparent and natural one's system is. This is a wonderful quality recording.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0mDCrhGssg&list=OLAK5uy_l2Ec9E45YwXdv6g31oIOY-rZ5U5mhbr5c&index=13

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on April 21, 2022, 08:32:42 AM
Here is a selection that is a real reference, incredibly transparent and so live sounding.

Guitar Boogie, ryman

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YAaWwPs7q2c&list=RDYAaWwPs7q2c&start_radio=1

On Tidal, Guitar Boogie (live), Tommy Emmanuel, Live! at the Ryman (Live), 9:26.

cheers and enjoy.

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: P.I. on April 21, 2022, 10:08:08 AM
Here is a selection that is a real reference, incredibly transparent and so live sounding.

Guitar Boogie, ryman

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YAaWwPs7q2c&list=RDYAaWwPs7q2c&start_radio=1

On Tidal, Guitar Boogie (live), Tommy Emmanuel, Live! at the Ryman (Live), 9:26.

cheers and enjoy.

steve
We've seen Tommy at least 10 times and he'll be on the Bonamassa Mediterranean cruise in August.  Always a great show!  The man defines acoustic guitar dynamic range.
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: tmazz on April 21, 2022, 09:36:05 PM
Here is a selection that is a real reference, incredibly transparent and so live sounding.

Guitar Boogie, ryman

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YAaWwPs7q2c&list=RDYAaWwPs7q2c&start_radio=1

On Tidal, Guitar Boogie (live), Tommy Emmanuel, Live! at the Ryman (Live), 9:26.

cheers and enjoy.

steve
We've seen Tommy at least 10 times and he'll be on the Bonamassa Mediterranean cruise in August.  Always a great show!  The man defines acoustic guitar dynamic range.

I have never had the opportunity to see him live, but I definitely enjoy his albums.  8)
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: P.I. on April 21, 2022, 09:59:46 PM
The Muddy Magnolias - Down by the Riverside

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U6sPDqRnA-8
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on May 16, 2022, 07:08:09 PM
The Muddy Magnolias - Down by the Riverside

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U6sPDqRnA-8

Very nice quality recording P.I. Much appreciated.

Here are some piano recordings by Fanya Lin. The piano is so nice and rich, transparent, natural, and so dynamic.
No compression here. (The selections vary in melody qualities.)

These selections are sure to test one's system across the audio spectrum.

1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6sjHavsx8jU

2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dWq7TAGyyFw

3. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=crKGVL2flhM

4. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mEzBMV1bQ8g

5. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wvaHjECERI

On tidal search, Fanya Lin,  Ivory II album, 4 selections.

cheers

steve

Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on July 22, 2022, 12:40:38 PM

This should test one's system, amazingly open, transparent, great dynamics, incredibly
natural in for YT. One is right in the audience, live.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zCmY9_NFbQg

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on August 11, 2022, 07:51:26 PM
This selection will test your entire system. If one's system is deficient or
exaggerating in the audio realm and/or beyond, it should show up.

All 88 keys are played and all the keys should sound like a real piano.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CRRAQL78rEA

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: tmazz on August 12, 2022, 04:18:59 PM
One of my biggest frustrations with Audio Nervosa is that you guys come up with all of these great YouTube links and I can't figure out how to play them on anything other that the cheap $35 computer speakers hooked up to my desktiop,

The only way to get digital files into my main system is via Roon through a Raspberry Pi endpoint running Ropieee.

Does anybody have any ideas on how to pay youtube  music via Roon?
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on August 13, 2022, 07:37:22 PM
One of my biggest frustrations with Audio Nervosa is that you guys come up with all of these great YouTube links and I can't figure out how to play them on anything other that the cheap $35 computer speakers hooked up to my desktiop,

The only way to get digital files into my main system is via Roon through a Raspberry Pi endpoint running Ropieee.

Does anybody have any ideas on how to pay youtube  music via Roon?

Hi Tom,

Let's see if we can help and get something to work for you. It is not through Roon, but should work.

I have two ways to get YT from your computer to your stereo system. I am using win 7, but
should work with win 10.

1. One can connect a cable from the computer analog output and into your stereo input. Even if it
is a speaker output on the computer, it should give you some sound. I would use aux input on the
stereo.

2. If you have a usb port and external dac that accepts usb, then connect the usb to a dac input and
analog output of your external dac to your stereo aux input. Even a cheap usb cable should work pretty
good, say from walmart.

Can you work with either suggestion Tom?

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: tmazz on August 14, 2022, 07:24:08 AM
Unfortunately the computer is not in the same room as the stereo. The connection between the computer and the Raspberry Pi end point is via ethernet.

I guess I could use a laptop in the stereo room but that would involve getting behind the rack and moving the USB cable in the dac every time I wanted to listen.
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on August 31, 2022, 01:34:38 PM
Unfortunately the computer is not in the same room as the stereo. The connection between the computer and the Raspberry Pi end point is via ethernet.

I guess I could use a laptop in the stereo room but that would involve getting behind the rack and moving the USB cable in the dac every time I wanted to listen.

For all out there.

One other possibility is to purchase a 2nd dac and connect it to the laptop and preamp aux input.  That way one could
just use the preamplifier selector switch. This assumes Tom has an extra input in the preamp to connect to. It also assumes Tom wishes to spend for a second dac.  :)

Just an idea.

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: ejk on August 31, 2022, 11:56:38 PM
Unfortunately the computer is not in the same room as the stereo. The connection between the computer and the Raspberry Pi end point is via ethernet.

I guess I could use a laptop in the stereo room but that would involve getting behind the rack and moving the USB cable in the dac every time I wanted to listen.





For all out there.

One other possibility is to purchase a 2nd dac and connect it to the laptop and preamp aux input.  That way one could
just use the preamplifier selector switch. This assumes Tom has an extra input in the preamp to connect to. It also assumes Tom wishes to spend for a second dac.  :)

Just an idea.

steve

Inexpensive but great solution

https://www.schiit.com/products/modi-1
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on September 15, 2022, 09:46:18 PM
One of my biggest frustrations with Audio Nervosa is that you guys come up with all of these great YouTube links and I can't figure out how to play them on anything other that the cheap $35 computer speakers hooked up to my desktiop,

The only way to get digital files into my main system is via Roon through a Raspberry Pi endpoint running Ropieee.

Does anybody have any ideas on how to pay youtube  music via Roon?

Just saw this Brennan device recently. This device will also play YouTube and maybe the connections are such that you can incorporate it into your main system. You can control it via the front panel, a small remote control or a web interface.
https://thebrennan.com/pages/b2-overview
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on October 11, 2022, 06:12:30 AM
Dan came over and we found this selection, Handel's Messiah from Sidney Opera House.
Voices, ambience are wonderful. I can see this testing one's system.
For those interested Hallelujah at 1:54:51

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bR0cEOTpYSk

Another one to compare quality and sonic differences, from Mormon Tabernacle Choir.
Just Hallelujah.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akb0kD7EHIk

Cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on October 17, 2022, 07:40:41 PM
I lost the link to this selection but just found it tonight. An incredible, spacious, natural recording.
And she can sing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=66-A2MyVDbU

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on November 11, 2022, 09:56:43 AM
I started this string to check one's stereo system. Last night, I was at audiophile/music lover Dan's house
and we compared Roon, Tidal, QObuz using the exact same selections.

Did we hear a difference between these three? Does a rabbit have ears?

But, but, but bits is bits. Yeah, right.

I have "voiced" my system using Tidal since it seems closest to redbook and Youtube premium
in terms of tonal balance (although youtube is lesser musical quality).

Does anyone else perceive a difference? If so, what difference?

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on November 11, 2022, 01:44:03 PM
I started this string to check one's stereo system. Last night, I was at audiophile/music lover Dan's house
and we compared Roon, Tidal, QObuz using the exact same selections.

Did we hear a difference between these three sources? Does a rabbit have ears?

But, but, but bits is bits. Yeah, right.

I have "voiced" my system using Tidal since it seems closest to redbook and Youtube premium
in terms of tonal balance (although youtube is lesser musical quality).

Does anyone else perceive a difference? If so, what difference?

cheers

steve

In very general terms, Qobuz sounds a bit better for me. But since some of the old recordings are just available on one or the other, I’ll take what I can get. Also, it’s not clear to me sometimes if the CDs are exactly the same on both Tidal and Qobuz.

Of course, bits is bits, cables is cables, zip cord is great etc etc 😳
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: GDHAL on November 11, 2022, 02:20:05 PM
Hi folks. Apparently we have more than one thread on this forum essentially addressing the same (streaming portion only) question.

Time for me to stir the proverbial pot just a bit.

I posted in another thread "I do not stream, therefore, I have no personal experience comparing the services you mention.

However, from what little I've read and heard from audio club members, Quboz seems to be preferred. I don't know if that's because of audio quality, overall value or both."

What I didn't post, but will do so now, is that, truth be told - or at a minimum in my opinion - streaming of any kind *is inferior* (sonically and reliably) to having and subsequently playing the "same" file locally.

Best.

Hal
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on November 11, 2022, 02:28:47 PM
Hi folks. Apparently we have more than one thread on this forum essentially addressing the same (streaming portion only) question.

Time for me to stir the proverbial pot just a bit.

I posted in another thread "I do not stream, therefore, I have no personal experience comparing the services you mention.

However, from what little I've read and heard from audio club members, Quboz seems to be preferred. I don't know if that's because of audio quality, overall value or both."

What I didn't post, but will do so now, is that, truth be told - or at a minimum in my opinion - streaming of any kind *is inferior* to having and subsequently playing the "same" file locally.

Best.

Hal

Feel free to stir the pot at any time. Different opinions are welcome and fun imo. I won’t disagree with you one bit on streaming likely being inferior, because a number of guys who’s ears I trust very much have said the same thing. But here’s the deal… when streaming, I have a selection of a virtually endless stream of artists, albums, and tracks. My pocketbook does not allow for the purchase of that incredible volume of music. I am also trying to get rid of physical media. I’ve already sold my vinyl equipment and donated and sold as many of my albums as possible. I am going to try and do the same thing with my CD collection of 500 or so. For me, nowadays, less is more and simple is better….
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: GDHAL on November 11, 2022, 02:52:43 PM
Thank you, Nick.

And yes, there are some advantages to streaming, relative to playing locally, depending on ones listening habits, preferences, etc.

Sure, physical space of retaining CDs, vinyl, or in my case, external hard drives is disadvantages. I really feel for those with large reel-to-reel collections. 30 minutes of music on media the size of a frisbee, albeit supposedly the crem dela crem of audio.

And, as you state, the catalog of music in terms of what's available is rather large where streaming is concerned.

I suppose in an ideal scenario, one could strive to have multiple options (streaming and playing local, analog, digital, etc.)

Best.

Hal
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on November 11, 2022, 09:49:04 PM
Thank you, Nick.

And yes, there are some advantages to streaming, relative to playing locally, depending on ones listening habits, preferences, etc.

Sure, physical space of retaining CDs, vinyl, or in my case, external hard drives is disadvantages. I really feel for those with large reel-to-reel collections. 30 minutes of music on media the size of a frisbee, albeit supposedly the crem dela crem of audio.

And, as you state, the catalog of music in terms of what's available is rather large where streaming is concerned.

I suppose in an ideal scenario, one could strive to have multiple options (streaming and playing local, analog, digital, etc.)

Best.

Hal

Hi Hal,

Have you ever tried any streaming setup on a trial or had a bit of exposure via an audio friend?

Nick
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: GDHAL on November 12, 2022, 02:45:40 AM
Hi Nick.

I have never tried any kind of streaming on a trial. Never tried any kind of streaming at all in my system.

As far as exposure to streaming, if you include other systems owned by audio club members and audio shows, I've listened to at least two dozen different systems that utilize streaming. Within that, I cannot be absolutely certain which streaming service the particular system was using, but I *think* (based on conversations alone) that Quboz would have been the predominant service used.

Best.

Hal

EDIT: I'll add that without exception, where these systems I've heard had an alternative source (some did not, only streaming) such as a CD player, an analog rig, or the ability to play the digital file directly from the streamer, that always sounded better, and in most cases the difference was obvious. (i.e. not something subtle that one had to struggle to hear a difference). Streaming has limitations of 24/96 and in addition to that limitation (which I'll admit is not a big one because 24/96 is rather a gold standard in digital, despite higher resolutions being available) the paramount limitation IMO boils down to compression and the extra artifacts (noise, many other hardware devices in the chain, etc) that streaming entails. If any wireless transmission is part of the streaming, then it gets even worse.
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on November 12, 2022, 10:11:42 AM
Hi Nick.

I have never tried any kind of streaming on a trial. Never tried any kind of streaming at all in my system.

As far as exposure to streaming, if you include other systems owned by audio club members and audio shows, I've listened to at least two dozen different systems that utilize streaming. Within that, I cannot be absolutely certain which streaming service the particular system was using, but I *think* (based on conversations alone) that Quboz would have been the predominant service used.

Best.

Hal

EDIT: I'll add that without exception, where these systems I've heard had an alternative source (some did not, only streaming) such as a CD player, an analog rig, or the ability to play the digital file directly from the streamer, that always sounded better, and in most cases the difference was obvious. (i.e. not something subtle that one had to struggle to hear a difference). Streaming has limitations of 24/96 and in addition to that limitation (which I'll admit is not a big one because 24/96 is rather a gold standard in digital, despite higher resolutions being available) the paramount limitation IMO boils down to compression and the extra artifacts (noise, many other hardware devices in the chain, etc) that streaming entails. If any wireless transmission is part of the streaming, then it gets even worse.

Thanks, Hal. I appreciate getting your perspective on this.

Nick
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: GDHAL on November 12, 2022, 01:33:08 PM
You're welcome, Nick.

For your reference:
https://www.audionervosa.com/index.php?topic=8579.0

 8)
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on November 12, 2022, 09:20:03 PM
Hi Gents,

I checked out search results concerning streaming services. Tidal is the only one that does hi rez, 
up to 9216kbps at 24 bits. That is more than 6 times possible rate of any other streamer.
So far, differing opinions.

Looking forward to more responses.

cheers
steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: GDHAL on November 12, 2022, 11:47:22 PM
Hi Gents,

I checked out search results concerning streaming services. Tidal is the only one that does hi rez, 
up to 9216kbps at 24 bits. That is more than 6 times possible rate of any other streamer.
So far, differing opinions.

Looking forward to more responses.

cheers
steve

Hi Steve. That is simply not true. In fact I was wrong too thinking Quboz did up to 24/96. Looks/reads like Quboz can go 24/192. I base that on their subscription plans. Unless they are false advertising, which I sincerely doubt.

https://www.qobuz.com/us-en/music/streaming/offers

Best

Hal

EDIT: I do read what you're referring to
https://tidal.com/pricing

To late for me to check now, but 9216kbs ***PCM*** is simply not possible. That rez must be referring to a different and probably lossy format, or is a misprint.

EDIT 2: Steve, Tidal is referring to the "bitrate", not the "sample rate". They are completely different things.

Here are the (succinct) definitions of "sample rate", "bit depth" and "bit rate". It's all fruit, but apples, oranges and coconut. Not apples to apples.

The rate of capture and playback is called the sample rate. The sample size—more accurately, the number of bits used to describe each sample—is called the bit depth or word length. The number of bits transmitted per second is the bit rate.
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on November 14, 2022, 11:48:59 AM
Hi Gents,

I checked out search results concerning streaming services. Tidal is the only one that does hi rez, 
up to 9216kbps at 24 bits. That is more than 6 times possible rate of any other streamer.
So far, differing opinions.

Looking forward to more responses.

cheers
steve

Hi Steve. That is simply not true. In fact I was wrong too thinking Quboz did up to 24/96. Looks/reads like Quboz can go 24/192. I base that on their subscription plans. Unless they are false advertising, which I sincerely doubt.

https://www.qobuz.com/us-en/music/streaming/offers

Best

Hal

EDIT: I do read what you're referring to
https://tidal.com/pricing

To late for me to check now, but 9216kbs ***PCM*** is simply not possible. That rez must be referring to a different and probably lossy format, or is a misprint.

EDIT 2: Steve, Tidal is referring to the "bitrate", not the "sample rate". They are completely different things.

Here are the (succinct) definitions of "sample rate", "bit depth" and "bit rate". It's all fruit, but apples, oranges and coconut. Not apples to apples.

The rate of capture and playback is called the sample rate. The sample size—more accurately, the number of bits used to describe each sample—is called the bit depth or word length. The number of bits transmitted per second is the bit rate.

I understand the definitions Hal. Yes, the link below refers to bit rate. According to the link, the bit rate is
some 6 times that of any other service. 24/192 is for all the services except the lesser ones like YT etc.

https://theauris.com/blogs/blog/top-8-music-streaming-services-with-high-quality-audio#:~:text=Top%208%20Music%20Streaming%20Services%20With%20High%20Quality,which%20makes%20it%20stand%20out%20from%20competitors.%20

"If you’re looking for a music streaming service with the best quality sound, then Tidal is by far the best option. Tidal’s streaming platform is focused on sound quality, bringing users a lossless audio experience that is unlike any other streaming service.

"It comes with a standard option that is the best compromise between data usage and sound fidelity. But if you have a faster wifi connection, you can upgrade to a master package that gives unbroken sound quality with the highest possible resolution over streaming. The hi-res package streams up 9216kbps at 24 bits.

"Tidal can accomplish this by using a breakthrough audio codec called Master Quality Authenticated (MQA)."

If I remember correctly, redbook is ~1.411kbs bit rate, which some others accomplish.

Tidal is listed as no 1 for audio quality, although on stereo Dan's system, QObuz sounded better, esp in the highs.
However, Dan's speakers use a notch filter in the upper midrange which could affect the highs. It will depend upon
the frequency band of the notch filter.

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: GDHAL on November 14, 2022, 12:50:25 PM
Steve, I have no vesting in streaming because I don't use it.
If the information stated in the following link is true, bye-bye Tidal (and your assertion).

https://goldensound.audio/2021/11/29/tidal-hifi-is-not-lossless/

Best.

Hal
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on November 14, 2022, 06:25:44 PM
Great stuff, Hal. Thanks for posting. I was paying $19.99 before and saw the &9.99 pricing which is all I need as 95% of what I play is 16/44
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on November 14, 2022, 08:43:24 PM
Steve, I have no vesting in streaming because I don't use it.
If the aforementioned stated in the following link is true, bye-bye Tidal (and your assertion).

https://goldensound.audio/2021/11/29/tidal-hifi-is-not-lossless/

Best.

Hal

I had not seen that article or info. Thank you Hal. But in the comments section I saw
some disagreement so I need to perform my own experiments again.

I performed a test using Chopin and there is a definite fullness from Tidal that the CD did not.
I did have to A/B though, but enough. Did not notice it earlier with other selections, must check
more selections in the future.

My apology Hal.

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on November 18, 2022, 08:42:19 AM
I tried to join Qobuz and they would not/could not send the verification code. So off to Deezer
and I joined them. Audiophile Dan came over last night and we performed lots of testing and are convinced
that Deezer is the real deal. Deezer matched CD/redbook quality.

And no download app to my desktop, just sign in. Tidal is gone by the way.

One caveat though. I read lots of disgruntled individuals who quit Deezer but Deezer kept billing them anyway.
Evidently customer services is not good.

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: BobM on December 07, 2022, 09:16:49 AM
Comfortably Numb as if played by Dire Straits

https://youtu.be/oTk5JrnS6_g (https://youtu.be/oTk5JrnS6_g)
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on December 07, 2022, 10:19:44 AM
Comfortably Numb as if played by Dire Straits

https://youtu.be/oTk5JrnS6_g (https://youtu.be/oTk5JrnS6_g)

👍  nice…
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on December 14, 2022, 03:31:00 PM
Reading an article I checked out a lady I have not heard of before. Her name is Tori Amos.
One can hear, well, every nuisance of her voice. The Bosendorfer piano decay can last "forever".
Fawn memories of a visit to the Black Forest in Germany, at the Bosendorfer itself.
Brings back wonderful memories.

Tori Amos's Under the Pink, Icicle remastered in 2015,  Deezer.com

YouTube is original from 1994. See what you think of each?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_igUI_IrrMA

Also, Pretty Good Year on YT link above.

Cheers

steve

Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: GDHAL on December 14, 2022, 03:45:26 PM
Reading an article I checked out a lady I have not heard of before. Her name is Tori Amos.
One can hear, well, every nuisance of her voice. The Bosendorfer piano decay can last "forever".
Fawn memories of a visit to the Black Forest in Germany, at the Bosendorfer itself.
Brings back wonderful memories.

Tori Amos's Under the Pink, Icicle remastered in 2015,  Deezer.com

YouTube is original from 1994. See what you think of each?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_igUI_IrrMA

Cheers

steve

Hi Steve. I propose to put our (previous?) differences aside. Your observation of Tori Amos's talent is spot on. I only have three recordings of her live, which you're welcome to.  Feel free to pick one, all, or none.  8)

Tori Amos, 5/18/1996, entire show, Landmark Theatre
Tori Amos, 2/??/1999, entire show, Sessions at West 54th Street NY
Tori Amos, 9/15/1999, entire show, Marcus Amphitheater

Best.

Hal

EDIT: side note Steve, the material I have digitally is light years beyond what you or anyone else can stream on youtube. Of course I'll add the disclaimer that this is strictly my opinion.  8)
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on December 14, 2022, 04:04:08 PM
Reading an article I checked out a lady I have not heard of before. Her name is Tori Amos.
One can hear, well, every nuisance of her voice. The Bosendorfer piano decay can last "forever".
Fawn memories of a visit to the Black Forest in Germany, at the Bosendorfer itself.
Brings back wonderful memories.

Tori Amos's Under the Pink, Icicle remastered in 2015,  Deezer.com

YouTube is original from 1994. See what you think of each?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_igUI_IrrMA

Cheers

steve

Hi Steve. I propose to put our (previous?) differences aside. Your observation of Tori Amos's talent is spot on. I only have three recordings of her live, which you're welcome to.  Feel free to pick one, all, or none.  8)

Tori Amos, 5/18/1996, entire show, Landmark Theatre
Tori Amos, 2/??/1999, entire show, Sessions at West 54th Street NY
Tori Amos, 9/15/1999, entire show, Marcus Amphitheater

Best.

Hal

No sweat here gdHal. I just found her and glad I did. Love that Bosendorfer on the selections above,
and of course her voice. I just found her, does she play a Bosendorfer or whatever is supplied to her
at the venue?

I don't know. I know this sounds rather rude, I don't mean to be, but are there any issues with
copyright infringements etc? Got to run, be back later.

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: GDHAL on December 14, 2022, 04:06:07 PM
Reading an article I checked out a lady I have not heard of before. Her name is Tori Amos.
One can hear, well, every nuisance of her voice. The Bosendorfer piano decay can last "forever".
Fawn memories of a visit to the Black Forest in Germany, at the Bosendorfer itself.
Brings back wonderful memories.

Tori Amos's Under the Pink, Icicle remastered in 2015,  Deezer.com

YouTube is original from 1994. See what you think of each?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_igUI_IrrMA

Cheers

steve

Hi Steve. I propose to put our (previous?) differences aside. Your observation of Tori Amos's talent is spot on. I only have three recordings of her live, which you're welcome to.  Feel free to pick one, all, or none.  8)

Tori Amos, 5/18/1996, entire show, Landmark Theatre
Tori Amos, 2/??/1999, entire show, Sessions at West 54th Street NY
Tori Amos, 9/15/1999, entire show, Marcus Amphitheater

Best.

Hal

No sweat here gdHal. I just found her and glad I did. Love that Bosendorfer on the selections above,
and of course her voice. I just found her, does she play a Bosendorfer or whatever is supplied to her
at the venue?

I don't know. I know this sounds rather rude, I don't mean to be, but are there any issues with
copyright infringements etc? Got to run, be back later.

cheers

steve

No copyright infringement, because I do NOT disseminate material that is commercially available.  8)

Best.

Hal

EDIT (copy from the previous post as you may have missed it): side note Steve, the material I have digitally is light years beyond what you or anyone else can stream on youtube. Of course I'll add the disclaimer that this is strictly my opinion.  8)
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on December 14, 2022, 05:38:56 PM
Reading an article I checked out a lady I have not heard of before. Her name is Tori Amos.
One can hear, well, every nuisance of her voice. The Bosendorfer piano decay can last "forever".
Fawn memories of a visit to the Black Forest in Germany, at the Bosendorfer itself.
Brings back wonderful memories.

Tori Amos's Under the Pink, Icicle remastered in 2015,  Deezer.com

YouTube is original from 1994. See what you think of each?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_igUI_IrrMA

Cheers

steve

Hi Steve. I propose to put our (previous?) differences aside. Your observation of Tori Amos's talent is spot on. I only have three recordings of her live, which you're welcome to.  Feel free to pick one, all, or none.  8)

Tori Amos, 5/18/1996, entire show, Landmark Theatre
Tori Amos, 2/??/1999, entire show, Sessions at West 54th Street NY
Tori Amos, 9/15/1999, entire show, Marcus Amphitheater

Best.

Hal

No sweat here gdHal. I just found her and glad I did. Love that Bosendorfer on the selections above,
and of course her voice. I just found her, does she play a Bosendorfer or whatever is supplied to her
at the venue?

I don't know. I know this sounds rather rude, I don't mean to be, but are there any issues with
copyright infringements etc? Got to run, be back later.

cheers

steve

No copyright infringement, because I do NOT disseminate material that is commercially available.  8)

Best.

Hal

EDIT (copy from the previous post as you may have missed it): side note Steve, the material I have digitally is light years beyond what you or anyone else can stream on youtube. Of course I'll add the disclaimer that this is strictly my opinion.  8)

I think I am going to pass on the offer. Thank you anyway.

I posted YT after Deezer because many if not most do not have Deezer like I do.
I do not have Qobuz, so cannot verify. And most do not have the same CDs etc.

I have found that as the quality of redbook and hi rez reproduction improves in a system, YT premium
and even regular YT reproduction improves as well. There might be an exception, but rare. One
can also improve their systems by just using YouTube.

Thus by listing YT links, others without streaming can improve their systems. If they wish to go
higher in quality, they can of their own accord. I think we should include everyone..

All electronic components use electrolytic capacitors unless specifically stated as using poly
type capacitors in the power supply as well as coupling.

While everyone knows different manufactured poly caps sound different, electrolytic capacitors
have ~250 times the sonic robbing DA, ESL, and many times ESR.

As a result, many won't benefit, prefer, or pay for streaming. So I list YT selections that they can
benefit from. If it is on deezer, it is probably on YouTube.
Streaming is actually really excellent right up with cd players and dacs, but the right components,
including coupling need to be incorporated. That is not an easy task.

Finally, if one has both services, Deezer and YouTube, they can compare
the quality differences for themselves.

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on December 27, 2022, 06:36:36 PM
Here are some excellent selections of Patricia Janeckova. The echos of some venues make it
really nice recordings.  She is an absolute rising star, but last february, age 24,
she was diagnosed with breast cancer. From my understanding Patricia is half way through Chemo.

Here are some of her selections to honor her and her talents.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hXaJ17cwci0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1e9Mtygzgk

Reaction of Doll Aria, by Elisabeth Zharoof:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mVUpKIFHqZk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mVUpKIFHqZk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9c55bCbCogI

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on January 03, 2023, 07:42:48 PM
Here is a selection that uses a variety of instruments, varied frequency range to check one's system.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1eLt22XYuLI

Deezer has the title as well.

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on January 21, 2023, 06:08:38 PM
Here is a selection written by Sir Anthony Hopkins titled "And the waltz goes on". The beginning clarinet and
sax are just stunning. Video also helps enjoy.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M57Fi19vcSI

If I have listed this before, please forgive me.

Cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: GDHAL on January 21, 2023, 06:45:14 PM
Here is a selection written by Sir Anthony Hopkins titled "And the waltz goes on". The beginning clarinet and
sax are just stunning. Video also helps enjoy.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M57Fi19vcSI

If I have listed this before, please forgive me.

Cheers

steve

Hi Steve. Thank you for sharing! I would never have thought that Anthony Hopkins would be the composer of a musical piece. Very interesting indeed!

Best.

Hal
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on January 23, 2023, 05:04:44 AM
Here is a selection written by Sir Anthony Hopkins titled "And the waltz goes on". The beginning clarinet and
sax are just stunning. Video also helps enjoy.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M57Fi19vcSI

If I have listed this before, please forgive me.

Cheers

steve

Hi Steve. Thank you for sharing! I would never have thought that Anthony Hopkins would be the composer of a musical piece. Very interesting indeed!

Best.

Hal

One of my favorite YouTubes.

cheers
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on February 02, 2023, 01:55:46 PM
This recording provides a lot of individual instruments, even if for just a short period. Although
not perfect, one should be able to distinguish the various instruments. Example, horn, trombone,
trumpet and other instruments.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCmAIMgNon4

Almost forgot, I did not look for higher rez.

Cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: GDHAL on February 03, 2023, 05:14:34 PM
This recording provides a lot of individual instruments, even if for just a short period. Although
not perfect, one should be able to distinguish the various instruments. Example, horn, trombone,
trumpet and other instruments.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCmAIMgNon4

Almost forgot, I did not look for higher rez.

Cheers

steve

Hi Steve, thank you for this...it's a beautiful piece of music... Well recorded both sonically and video wise. To your point about looking for a higher resolution the link you provide is the YouTube default of 480p. You can use the settings to increase it to 1080. But that's just the video piece. I don't think that the audio quality can be increased. Well, not via YouTube anyway. I'll concede the audio is certainly good enough to be very enjoyable.

EDIT: and kudos are in order for the concertmaster first chair violinist.
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on February 04, 2023, 06:42:12 PM
This recording provides a lot of individual instruments, even if for just a short period. Although
not perfect, one should be able to distinguish the various instruments. Example, horn, trombone,
trumpet and other instruments.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCmAIMgNon4

Almost forgot, I did not look for higher rez.

Cheers

steve

Hi Steve, thank you for this...it's a beautiful piece of music... Well recorded both sonically and video wise. To your point about looking for a higher resolution the link you provide is the YouTube default of 480p. You can use the settings to increase it to 1080. But that's just the video piece. I don't think that the audio quality can be increased. Well, not via YouTube anyway. I'll concede the audio is certainly good enough to be very enjoyable.

EDIT: and kudos are in order for the concertmaster first chair violinist.

Yes, the first violinist is very good. I have YT premium which does give a little better musical quality. I don't worry to
much about the video. As mentioned, settings can be set for higher rez.

Too busy to check deezer or Tidal. Over the decades I have been surprised at how many systems cannot
differentiate a trombone from horn etc.

Anyway, love the variety of instruments to check.

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on February 07, 2023, 07:21:32 PM
Difficult to describe this selection, except to say it is so open, natural, precise, not slurred nor raspy,
but the room acoustics should just "glow" with every note. One should feel they are experiencing the
actual event.

Even though it appears that lower midrange and upper bass are being reproduced, this selection requires
very flat frequency response/phase coherency over a wide frequency range to experience the reality of this event.

Enjoy.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2KYJC8Hw9i0

Did not look for high rez.

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: GDHAL on February 08, 2023, 03:27:00 AM
Difficult to describe this selection, except to say it is so open, natural, precise, not slurred nor raspy,
but the room acoustics should just "glow" with every note. One should feel they are experiencing the
actual event.

Even though it appears that lower midrange and upper bass are being reproduced, this selection requires
very flat frequency response/phase coherency over a wide frequency range to experience the reality of this event.

Enjoy.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2KYJC8Hw9i0

Did not look for high rez.

cheers

steve

Hi Steve. 

Great choice! Mickey Hart, The Gates Of Dafos. I mentioned that in this thread https://www.audionervosa.com/index.php?topic=8689.msg107796#msg107796

If you like, I'll be more than happy to provide you with a rather splendid recording (vinyl remaster 1644, in digital format) of it. In addition to your description, when played at the proper decibel level - which IMO is 90-105 db - the recording has an uncanny way of exciting the environment/room, which can uncover unwanted resonances that should subsequently be fixed/addressed.

Stereo subs, anyone?  :thumb:
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on February 09, 2023, 05:50:07 AM
Difficult to describe this selection, except to say it is so open, natural, precise, not slurred nor raspy,
but the room acoustics should just "glow" with every note. One should feel they are experiencing the
actual event.

Even though it appears that lower midrange and upper bass are being reproduced, this selection requires
very flat frequency response/phase coherency over a wide frequency range to experience the reality of this event.

Enjoy.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2KYJC8Hw9i0

Did not look for high rez.

cheers

steve

Hi Steve. 

Great choice! Mickey Hart, The Gates Of Dafos. I mentioned that in this thread https://www.audionervosa.com/index.php?topic=8689.msg107796#msg107796

If you like, I'll be more than happy to provide you with a rather splendid recording (vinyl remaster 1644, in digital format) of it. In addition to your description, when played at the proper decibel level - which IMO is 90-105 db - the recording has an uncanny way of exciting the environment/room, which can uncover unwanted resonances that should subsequently be fixed/addressed.

Stereo subs, anyone?  :thumb:

As long as on CD, I can pm my address to you if you ok. One reason I like Deezer is that I don't have to
download and add a program like I had to with Tidal. I am still finding remnants of that program.
With deezer, simply sign in, play music.

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on April 06, 2023, 06:35:52 PM
This is one nice Vivaldi selection, plus a little more. Very spacious, soundstage, natural sounding.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puMBpccmGBA

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on April 06, 2023, 09:34:09 PM
This is one nice Vivaldi selection, plus a little more. Very spacious, soundstage, natural sounding.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puMBpccmGBA

cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve. That was very nice.

Nick
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on April 07, 2023, 02:07:06 PM
Here is another I just found and love. What a venue, and sounds great
even through YT. Notice the volume changes near the beginning.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyqan5fcOkA

cheers

steve

-------------------

I hope I did not create too much bias in my above post. I have a question and hope any and all will reply
with their thoughts. No wrong or right answer.

Did all the instruments sound ok? Did anything seem even slightly out of sorts?

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on May 23, 2023, 12:44:11 PM
This next selection can be found on YT, Qobuz, and Deezer. A little different version of Take Five
than what one normally hears. Be sure to read the "show more" section. Recorded 1959.
Pay attention to the cymbals, bass, spaciousness.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xaBMKDQov4

Cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on June 16, 2023, 04:57:55 PM
A nice selection from Vivaldi, Ciaccona in C Major, by Apollo's Fire, live in Cleveland.
The spaciousness/soundstage etc.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SBYSuHICBIE

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on June 16, 2023, 10:30:43 PM
A nice selection from Vivaldi, Ciaccona in C Major, by Apollo's Fire, live in Cleveland.
The spaciousness/soundstage etc.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SBYSuHICBIE

cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve 👍
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on June 25, 2023, 08:05:04 PM
This selection is minimalist recorded. All I can say is that I can easily believe I am at the venue.

https://arizonachambermusic.org/videos/jackie-glazier-clarinet-ivan-ugorich-viola-fanya-lin-piano/

Cheers

steve

Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on June 26, 2023, 12:24:35 AM
This selection is minimalist recorded. All I can say is that I can easily believe I am at the venue.

https://arizonachambermusic.org/videos/jackie-glazier-clarinet-ivan-ugorich-viola-fanya-lin-piano/

Cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve. Very nice 🎶
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: GDHAL on June 26, 2023, 03:48:33 AM
This selection is minimalist recorded. All I can say is that I can easily believe I am at the venue.

https://arizonachambermusic.org/videos/jackie-glazier-clarinet-ivan-ugorich-viola-fanya-lin-piano/

Cheers

steve

Nice. I have no doubt the recording would sound even better, much better in fact, if performed and subsequently recorded in a professionally treated and purpose built environment as opposed to the austere San Pedro Chapel.  :thumb:
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on June 26, 2023, 09:33:52 AM
Economics may have been involved. However, at 17:07, the placement of the mics are disclosed and it appears
to me that the mics are positioned as they intended.

I personally enjoy the placement in this particular case, probably due to the few instruments being used. This
does allow one to check how well their system reproduces the echos created by the room.
Of course the enjoyment of the recording is a personal matter.

I have noticed that whenever Fanya is involved, it seems that minimalist recording techniques are used, which I personally appreciate.

Cheers to all.

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on June 26, 2023, 11:12:51 AM
Another Fire, Vivaldi Summer. Notice the seeming sonic difference between the one hand mic and afterward
the multiple instruments. Fewer instruments appear to allow one to investigate the room acoustics with more detail.

Notice link on post #343, with just 3 instruments, also allows one to observe the acoustics in more detail.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAXK4UGqJhU

Cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: P.I. on June 27, 2023, 01:17:11 PM
Menarche Vasilic :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLppPggijic
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on June 27, 2023, 04:26:53 PM
Menarche Vasilic :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLppPggijic

Nice stuff there. From the same group, some incredible strings to check your system down to deep bass.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yn0ivMC535A

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on August 13, 2023, 07:11:05 PM
Beethoven's 5th, 1st mvt. Instruments sound extremely natural?
If one finds this selection on other services, please post. I only have deezer.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2muGyOiqyz8

Cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on August 16, 2023, 01:14:52 PM
The 5th is exceedingly tough on a system. Did the French horns sound natural?

Here is one I hope you enjoy. Again, naturalness is prime with clarinet and violin.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FqFiVxM2dM

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on August 17, 2023, 10:27:05 AM
The 5th is exceedingly tough on a system. Did the French horns sound natural?

Here is one I hope you enjoy. Again, naturalness is prime with clarinet and violin.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FqFiVxM2dM

cheers

steve

How interesting... I just found the Apollo's Fire group on Roon. Will listen this evening.
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on August 18, 2023, 12:17:46 PM
The 5th is exceedingly tough on a system. Did the French horns sound natural?

Here is one I hope you enjoy. Again, naturalness is prime with clarinet and violin.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FqFiVxM2dM

cheers

steve

How interesting... I just found the Apollo's Fire group on Roon. Will listen this evening.

Hi Nick,

I think you might find this group interesting in that the fire's venues and mic placements allow for
more or less venue participation in the recording. Below is one selection where the music is almost
swallowed up by the venue and mic placement.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_uo_3armwE

Cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on August 18, 2023, 10:54:56 PM
The 5th is exceedingly tough on a system. Did the French horns sound natural?

Here is one I hope you enjoy. Again, naturalness is prime with clarinet and violin.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FqFiVxM2dM

cheers

steve

How interesting... I just found the Apollo's Fire group on Roon. Will listen this evening.

Hi Nick,

I think you might find this group interesting in that the fire's venues and mic placements allow for
more or less venue participation in the recording. Below is one selection where the music is almost
swallowed up by the venue and mic placement.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_uo_3armwE

Cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve. I was able to play this on the big rig as Marty used to say....
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on August 21, 2023, 08:07:42 AM
The 5th is exceedingly tough on a system. Did the French horns sound natural?

Here is one I hope you enjoy. Again, naturalness is prime with clarinet and violin.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FqFiVxM2dM

cheers

steve

How interesting... I just found the Apollo's Fire group on Roon. Will listen this evening.

Hi Nick,

I think you might find this group interesting in that the fire's venues and mic placements allow for
more or less venue participation in the recording. Below is one selection where the music is almost
swallowed up by the venue and mic placement.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_uo_3armwE

Cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve. I was able to play this on the big rig as Marty used to say....

That brings back good memories Nick. I appreciated his honesty and integrity in his reviews.
He was also a gent and showed his love for his wife.

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: P.I. on September 16, 2023, 11:02:59 PM
For funk lovers.  Funk at its best:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=82Gqn4e-CSU
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on September 17, 2023, 09:24:19 AM
For funk lovers.  Funk at its best:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=82Gqn4e-CSU

Funkiness in Paris?? Now I've seen everything 😁 Thanks for posting 👍
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: P.I. on September 22, 2023, 07:23:01 PM
Matteo Mancuso - guitar

https://www.guitarworld.com/features/matteo-mancuso-the-journey
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on September 22, 2023, 09:36:20 PM
Matteo Mancuso - guitar

https://www.guitarworld.com/features/matteo-mancuso-the-journey

Did a search on Roon and he has two albums there...will have a listen 🎶
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: P.I. on September 24, 2023, 07:34:37 PM
As a guitarist whose hands don't work anymore I am alternately fascinated and pissed by great dexterity:

Here is a short take Bryan amazing young Japanese bassist: Ayumu

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5z7PZX9Fhc

Reminds me of Eric Czar...only better I think.

https://bassmagazine.com/artists/bergantino-artist-interview-with-ayumu
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on September 24, 2023, 08:11:03 PM
As a guitarist whose hands don't work anymore I am alternately fascinated and pissed by grestdexterity:

Here is a short take Bryan amazing young Japanese bassist: Ayumu

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5z7PZX9Fhc

Reminds me of Eric Czar...only better I think.

https://bassmagazine.com/artists/bergantino-artist-interview-with-ayumu

Quite interesting, Dave. I'm curious.... how many years has it been since you have been able to play and what companies, in your opinion, make the best bass guitars?
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: GDHAL on September 24, 2023, 10:22:58 PM
As a guitarist whose hands don't work anymore I am alternately fascinated and pissed by grestdexterity:

Here is a short take Bryan amazing young Japanese bassist: Ayumu

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5z7PZX9Fhc

Reminds me of Eric Czar...only better I think.

https://bassmagazine.com/artists/bergantino-artist-interview-with-ayumu

Quite interesting, Dave. I'm curious.... how many years has it been since you have been able to play and what companies, in your opinion, make the best bass guitars?

Hi Nick. I realize you didn't ask me, but the answer is Alembic  8)  :thumb:
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: P.I. on September 25, 2023, 05:11:37 PM
As a guitarist whose hands don't work anymore I am alternately fascinated and pissed by grestdexterity:

Here is a short take Bryan amazing young Japanese bassist: Ayumu

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5z7PZX9Fhc

Reminds me of Eric Czar...only better I think.

https://bassmagazine.com/artists/bergantino-artist-interview-with-ayumu

Quite interesting, Dave. I'm curious.... how many years has it been since you have been able to play and what companies, in your opinion, make the best bass guitars?
That is a question that conjures more questions.

What musical genre for the application?

Acoustic?

Rock?

Blues?

Classical?

Pop?   

There are a lot of good builders / manufacturers out there.  Don't confuse a manufacturer (commercial numbers) with builders (small, targeted builds).

How big are your hands.  I'm 5'7"-ish.  I could palm a basketball when I was in 9th grade.  The Alembics that Hal mentioned have necks too narrow for my paws.

For an all-around bass, I would prefer an early 60's Fender Precision Bass.  The P-bass has been used on more #1 hits than any other in history.  Since those are now going for ~ $10K these days, my suggestion would be either one of Roger Sadowsky's instruments (still bank$$$) or for great commercial guitars I'd probably get one of the many offerings from Ibanez.  If they are good enough for Nathan East...

Back in the day, one of my bands had several multi-instrumentalists.  We would trade instruments for a set.  I switched drums for bass or guitar.  Our bass player back then was Mike Goodroe, later the bassist for The Motels and studio work.  He had a P-Bass and a Fender Jazz Bas.  The Jazz' neck was a lot like an Alembic:  too narrow at the nut.

Instruments are a lot like people.  Sometimes we like/love ones we shouldn't and thereby miss out on the good ones.

Just sayin'...
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on September 26, 2023, 12:15:45 AM
As a guitarist whose hands don't work anymore I am alternately fascinated and pissed by grestdexterity:

Here is a short take Bryan amazing young Japanese bassist: Ayumu

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5z7PZX9Fhc

Reminds me of Eric Czar...only better I think.

https://bassmagazine.com/artists/bergantino-artist-interview-with-ayumu

Quite interesting, Dave. I'm curious.... how many years has it been since you have been able to play and what companies, in your opinion, make the best bass guitars?
That is a question that conjures more questions.

What musical genre for the application?

Acoustic?

Rock?

Blues?

Classical?

Pop?   

There are a lot of good builders / manufacturers out there.  Don't confuse a manufacturer (commercial numbers) with builders (small, targeted builds).

How big are your hands.  I'm 5'7"-ish.  I could palm a basketball when I was in 9th grade.  The Alembics that Hal mentioned have necks too narrow for my paws.

For an all-around bass, I would prefer an early 60's Fender Precision Bass.  The P-bass has been used on more #1 hits than any other in history.  Since those are now going for ~ $10K these days, my suggestion would be either one of Roger Sadowsky's instruments (still bank$$$) or for great commercial guitars I'd probably get one of the many offerings from Ibanez.  If they are good enough for Nathan East...

Back in the day, one of my bands had several multi-instrumentalists.  We would trade instruments for a set.  I switched drums for bass or guitar.  Our bass player back then was Mike Goodroe, later the bassist for The Motels and studio work.  He had a P-Bass and a Fender Jazz Bas.  The Jazz' neck was a lot like an Alembic:  too narrow at the nut.

Instruments are a lot like people.  Sometimes we like/love ones we shouldn't and thereby miss out on the good ones.

Just sayin'...

Love the bass guitar. Just never knew much about them... How nice to have experience as a musician and sound engineer and use that to make great products 🎶🎶   
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on October 11, 2023, 07:28:13 PM
For funk lovers.  Funk at its best:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=82Gqn4e-CSU

Interesting, the venue is open and one can clearly hear the band amplification system.
Been a long time since I have attended such an event.

Cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on October 11, 2023, 07:33:13 PM
As a guitarist whose hands don't work anymore I am alternately fascinated and pissed by great dexterity:

Here is a short take Bryan amazing young Japanese bassist: Ayumu

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5z7PZX9Fhc

Reminds me of Eric Czar...only better I think.

https://bassmagazine.com/artists/bergantino-artist-interview-with-ayumu

The selections I listened to sounded quite intimate/nice. Appreciated them.

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on October 11, 2023, 08:41:56 PM
It is with deep sadness that I found out today that Patricia Janeckova has passed away at
25. I absolutely loved her singing and acting, she was so dedicated and sung so beautifully.

https://bnn.network/arts/opera-world-mourns-as-renowned-singer-patricia-janeckova-passes-away-at-25/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hXaJ17cwci0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mVUpKIFHqZk

Reaction by Elizabeth Zharoff
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3n2KaVlLNg

She will be sorely missed.

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on October 23, 2023, 10:32:48 AM
Haydn Cello Concerto No 2 in D - Ofra Harnoy 1984 (blocked in Switzerland Germany Austria).
Purity of the cello and surroundings.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D7z2JPu_K2o

Adagio

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vDnxdxuw6I

Maybe another higher rez streamer handles this selection?

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on November 27, 2023, 07:52:21 PM
Here is a selection to test your bass, and for rattles.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wwkCbm7xYR0

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on December 26, 2023, 05:13:56 PM
A two instrument Pink Panther which is quite nicely recorded, even on YouTube Premium.

See what your system does with the double bass and sax.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0AlQK1uRao&t=30s

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: P.I. on December 30, 2023, 05:27:45 PM
Michael Dawes - finger-style guitar :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKbrycmEGjU
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on December 31, 2023, 07:55:10 PM
Michael Dawes - finger-style guitar :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKbrycmEGjU

Thx. Really liked that 🎸
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on February 03, 2024, 06:42:11 PM
That guitar was recorded pretty well Dave.

For a return to yestercentury, I just received this from a friend.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZbpJoLUmPdY

cheers

steve

Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on February 12, 2024, 07:51:19 AM
A blend of guitar and Deborah's wonderful harp, a wonderful rendition of Classical Gas, even
on YouTube. The purity of the harp compliments the guitar so nicely.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0vXtywOlayc&app=desktop

Since we are listening to harpsichord,,,,

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5B4eEcvBIek

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on February 12, 2024, 09:19:33 AM
A blend of guitar and Deborah's wonderful harp, a wonderful rendition of Classical Gas, even
on YouTube. The purity of the harp compliments the guitar so nicely.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0vXtywOlayc&app=desktop

Since we are listening to harpsichord,,,,

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5B4eEcvBIek

cheers

steve

Thanks, Steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on February 13, 2024, 03:48:11 PM
As this next selection starts, this should be one of the finest sounding recordings of a clarinet,
next to live. Martha Argerich playing piano. And this is on YouTube. The sound is so open with
wonderful decays etc.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BS0SwRoYAW0&t=164s

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on February 13, 2024, 07:33:36 PM
As this next selection starts, this should be one of the finest sounding recordings of a clarinet,
next to live. Martha Argerich playing piano. And this is on YouTube. The sound is so open with
wonderful decays etc.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BS0SwRoYAW0&t=164s

cheers

steve

Quite a talent and she was 77 at the time! Thanks, Steve 👍
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on March 01, 2024, 11:50:55 AM
Your welcome Nick.

I just found a recording that will test the dynamics of one's system. I found it on Deezer,
but also YouTube but of lesser quality. Be careful of the volume as it could easily clip one's system.
The transparency and naturalness are very natural. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UtPMALKs8h0

cheers

steve
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: Nick B on March 01, 2024, 07:39:13 PM
Your welcome Nick.

I just found a recording that will test the dynamics of one's system. I found it on Deezer,
but also YouTube but of lesser quality. Be careful of the volume as it could easily clip one's system.
The transparency and naturalness are very natural. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UtPMALKs8h0

cheers

steve

Thanks. Found it on Roon 👍
Title: Re: Sharing Top Notch, Reference Music Links.....
Post by: steve on March 02, 2024, 08:48:21 PM
Your welcome Nick.

I just found a recording that will test the dynamics of one's system. I found it on Deezer,
but also YouTube but of lesser quality. Be careful of the volume as it could easily clip one's system.
The transparency and naturalness are very natural. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UtPMALKs8h0

cheers

steve

Thanks. Found it on Roon 👍

Glad you found it Nick.

Interestingly, high DA (electrolytic capacitors) means electrons stick to the insulation and
slowly release. One of the degrading effects is loss of dynamics. With low DA polypropylene
(capacitors), the dynamics are increased.

The first time I heard that selection at normal volume, when the dynamics suddenly hit, I
thought the cones were going to separate from the speaker basket. Quite startling.

Here is a recording of Horowitz. Although not as natural recording, the dynamics are pretty amazing.
The power in those fingers is amazing to me.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oWBT6vOKu0Q

Cheers

steve