Erich Kunzel & Cincinnati Pops Orchestra - Great Film Fantasies (2006) [SACD]

If only all of the Telarc/Kunzel discs sounded like this Mch marvel. This is a splendid multichannel recording, a marvellous Hi-Fi spectacular,with a sound quality so realistic that it makes even the better previous DSD recordings by this source (Cincinatti Pops) sound pale by comparison. Orchesta and maestro are also in top form in performances that astonish even the most dedicated listener and lover of these wonderful movie soundtracks. The balance is judged perfectly and the choir is recorded with a rare precision and bloom, you can reach and touch the individual voices (a ribbon mic was used for the chorus and it makes all the difference in the world). The new DSD console used may also make an improvement, because the sound is wonderfully vivid and velvety but also airy, incredibly detailed and transparent. A reference SACD that will also prove to be an invaluable demonstration disc for reviewers. Run out and buy ASAP.