{"product_id":"5026854655192","title":"Herbert Von Karajan - Schubert : Symphonies Nos.5, 6, 8, 9 \/ Berliner Philharmoniker - Import 2 SACD Hybrid Limited Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003eCredits:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHerbert Von Karajan\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDescription:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sublime sound of the Berlin Philharmonic in its golden age.\nA sublime monument to Schubert, built by the maestro Karajan.\n\nRemastered in high resolution in 2026 by StudioCirce in Paris from the original master tapes and released as a high-quality SACD. The Berlin Philharmonic’s signature silky texture emerges vividly, revealing even the most delicate nuances and conveying the ultimate sound Karajan sought to achieve in its entirety.\n\nThe complete Schubert symphony cycle recorded by Karajan and the Berlin Philharmonic for EMI in the late 1970s remains an indispensable definitive recording in any collection. These recordings are masterfully imbued with the “signature sound” that symbolized the Berlin Philharmonic at the time. It features silky-smooth legato and unparalleled fluidity, the overwhelming power of the brass and percussion, and a vast recording quality that makes full use of the rich acoustics of the Philharmonie, the Berlin Philharmonic’s home venue.\nIt is in the final two symphonies that Karajan’s conducting truly reaches its peak of maturity. In Symphony No. 8, “The Unfinished,” the Austrian-born conductor excels at creating a mysterious and tragic atmosphere. And the crowning jewel of this complete set is, without a doubt, Symphony No. 9, “The Great.” Karajan maintains a steady rhythmic pulse without ever compromising the supple beauty of the sound, and in the finale, he demonstrates the pinnacle of controlled power. These sublime sounds continue to shine as a legacy that testifies to the conductor’s “golden age,” during which he served Schubert’s monumental architectural vision.\n\n[Features of the 2026 New Remaster]\nA legendary performance in which Karajan’s command extends to the finest details. The latest remaster vividly brings out the original freshness of the performance. The tutti sections are imbued with depth, transparency, and rich fullness, yet the sound image remains so clear that it never reveals any hint of sentimentality. Particularly noteworthy is the masterful handling of Schubert’s characteristic modulations. In addition to the exquisite harmony between the strings’ volume and their refreshing clarity, the moist timbre and masterful artistry of the woodwinds are also irresistible charms of this recording. (Music Review: Yu Nishimura)\n\n*Japanese liner notes and obi strip included only with import editions distributed by Warner Music Japan.\nThe Japanese liner notes feature a Japanese translation of the original booklet commentary, as well as an original essay by Yu Nishimura discussing the remastering and the performance.\nWarner Music Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Warner Classics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52699434746145,"sku":"5026854655192","price":324.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/8482\/2076\/files\/5026854655192.jpg?v=1779022620","url":"https:\/\/cdsvinyljapan.com\/en-no\/products\/5026854655192","provider":"CDs Vinyl Japan Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}