Audiophile Analog Collection Vol. 2 (Reel-to-Reel)
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COMPILATION
Trio – Marc Vallee
Soprano – Monique Page
Organ – Regis Rousseau
Piano – Aaron Davis
Bass – David Plitch
Drums – Mark Kelso
Voice – Trio Doreen Smith
Tenor & harpsichord – Anonymous
Double bass – Frederic Alarie
Octobass – Eric Chappell
Percussion Ensemble – Musicus percussion
1xHD reel-to-reel
1/4'' 15 ips IEC / CCIR EQ, sourced from a copy of the original analog master tape
Transferred to Recording The Masters SM468 magnetic tape
Recorded 'off the floor' on analog 1/2" tape at 30 ips - non-Dolby, no overdubs
Stereo
Studio
Label : Fidelio 2xHD
Original Label : 2xHD
Produced by André Perry
Mastered by René Laflamme
Originally released in 2020
Reissued in 2024
Tracks:
1. Lights Of Barcelona - Marc Vallee Trio
2. Libertango - Trio de Curda
3. Seven Last Words Of Christ - Introduction - Monique Page, soprano; Regis Rousseau, organ
4. Horizontal Blue - Aaron Davis, piano; David Piltch, bass; Mark Kelso, drums
5. Route 66 - Doreen Smith, voice
6. Le Violette - Anonymous tenor & harpsichord
7. Echanges Synaptiques Interdits - Frederic Alarie, double bass; Eric Chappell, octobass
8. Musicus Percussion #3 - Percussion Ensemble
Reviews :
From the worlds of jazz, blues, percussion ensembles, world music and classical music, this is a special compilation of analog audiophile recordings at their best, with emphasis on great sound. "This album is stunning to say the least. A reference level stuff! Do not miss this release when it's up for grabs. It really shows what a high-end system is capable or lack of! Monoandstereo.com review Jan. 2020
Audio tapes from 2xHD guarantees that ultimate quality is preserved from the original master in contrast to vinyl albums, CDs or other formats. Audiophile quality microphone designer and 8 times winner of "Best sound in show" at high-end audio equipment conventions, Laflamme uses his knowledge and unfailing instinct to match various audio components to create the best all-encompassing sound experience. The exclusive 2xHD system is the fruit of Laflamme's total experience and imagination.
Pure analog transfer from the original master tape. The transfer is made to the best magnetic tape on the market today, Recording the master, SM468. This tape has the best Print-through protection and longest storage life.
The 2xHD proprietary mastering provides a unique listening experience as the process digs deep in original recordings to bring out allhidden information, without altering the music in any way, uncovering and bringing out nuances, warmth, depth of field and eventhe air around the musicians. Pure analog transfer from the original master tape. Audio tapes from 2xHD guarantees that ultimate quality is preserved from the original master in contrast to LP vinyl, CDs or other formats. Master Quality Reel To Reel Tape. Exceptional Audiophile Analog Sound.
Based in Montreal and created by audiophile sound engineer René Laflamme and producer André Perry. All 2xHD Tapes are from the original analog master and transfer in analog domain using a Nagra-T tape recorder, modified with high-end tube playback electronics, wired from the playback head. In the high end audio world, René has carved out a reputation for definition of excellence and uses his knowledge and unfailing instinct to match various audio components to create the best all-encompassing sound experience.
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Ratings :
Discogs : '4.93 / 5