thanks buxter- that's more along the lines of what i've heard on the lindsays... quartetto italiano sounds like a good choice based on what you've all said. one last question- arkivmusic.com gave the talich quartet high praise for performance and sound + price is attractive - anyone heard this set? btw,i'm in no way affiliated with their web site, but if it's ok to say this here, i was really impressed with their extensive selection of classical music & helpful reviews.
beethoven string quartets
I've only been listening to these quartets for @ 3 years now and they've become some of my favorite music.. If anyone could make a recommendation of their favorite COMPLETE set of LVB string quartets and why, I'd sure appreciate it. I currently have a mixed bag: Cleveland 1-3, Petersen 4, Quatur Mosaiques 5&6, Emerson (middle), Cleveland (late). I just ordered Takacs to replace the Emerson. I've tried to get into the Emersons and can't get there. I'd like to also have a complete set by one quartet and there's a lot to chose from. I'd prefer to go DDD, but have no problem with ADD if very well recorded. thanx for any and all suggestions!
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