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To me the BIS recordings sound more like that orchestra in that hall. Whereas the RR albums sound like a Platonic version of what an orchestra "should" should like but never does. Both sound awesome.

Well stated.

This is my experience as well.

The Bis recordings also happen to contain phenomenal performances to recommend them.

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(you can't have enough viola) and the harpsichord and, and, and...

Cowbell.

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Showing just how complex concert halls and symphony orchestra sound quality is the following masters thesis I am linking

I have only spent 10 minutes or so with this, but it's fascinating.

Thanks!

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(you can't have enough viola) and the harpsichord and, and, and...

Cowbell.