ELGAR Enigma Variations CLASSIC/RCA LSC 2418 Audiophile SEALED

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ELGAR Enigma Variations  BRAHMS Variations on a Theme of Haydn Pierre Monteux conducts The London Symphony Orchestra New And Sealed Audiophile Vinyl LP
Record label/brand: RCA Victor LSC-2418 (Classic Records) upc/mpn: None year: 1960
Classic Records deluxe audiophile premium vinyl pressing of the classic "Living Stereo, Shaded Dog" LP. This is the hard to find 180g version, much preferred over the later 200g editions. Record is new and sealed in it's original plastic sleeve. Perforation is completely intact. Corners are sharp, colors vibrant and spine is straight. No flaws or blemishes... 100% Mint.
Review: The Variation form lends itself to glorious arrays of orchestral color, and the two masterpieces recorded here are no exceptions. The performances are famous for both the flawless executions of the orchestra and Pierre Monteux's interpretations. Recorded when Monteux was in his mid-eighties, both works shine under his guidance, a quality he instilled into so many scores during the Indian summer of his musical life. The octogenarian certainly had clarity of thought and absolute control over his forces. On LSC 2418, the LSO is at the height of its power. They play both works with great precision and verve, portraying solo passages with distinction and character.
The recording from Kingsway varies in quality. It does retain all the benefits of a fine LP - presence, accurate tonal qualities and a transparent soundstage. However, the strings sound diffuse, lacking just the smidgen of warmth we have come to expect from many of these reissues. To be fair to this particular pressing, I have the same misgiving about every incarnation I have heard, including an English Decca and a London STS. This caveat should not deter you from acquiring this magnificent testimonial to Monteux and his charges. ~ Audiophilia
Producer: James Walker. Engineer: Kenneth Wilkinson. Recorded in Kingsway Hall, London.
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