Synergistic Red Fuse ...

Jond, 
Yes, beautiful and involving music. That's why we bother to put our systems together in the first place. Let me know if you find the live konitz appealing . Taste is such an individual variable.
charles

Hi Jond,
Yes, I certainly agree with your assessment! It’s a very good and involving listening experience. We apparently have pretty similar taste/listening perspectives. I’m going to recommend two recordings I believe that you’d like if they’re available on tidal.

Both are Verve recordings done in the mid 1990s using analog tape rather than straight DDD format. The musicians were still in their 20s but were already fully developed at that young age.

"Parker’s Mood" Charlie Parker music played by Roy Hargrove (trumpet) Stephen Scott (piano) and Christian McBride (bass).

"Fingerpainting " music of Herbie Hancock played by Nickolas Payton (trumpet) Mark Whitfield (guitar) and Christian McBride (bass).

If they're available and you can listen  let me know your thoughts.
Charles

Hi Jond,
I'm glad you were able to find them.
Charles 

Shubert,
It’s as if you’ve read my mind given your observations. When I first began listening to jazz my exposure was as would be expected to the iconic and well established names. Ellington, Armstrong, Miles, Coltrane, Oscar Petterson and Ella’. Over a period of time you naturally become aware of many other artists of much merit.

I have numerous Ella Fitzgerald recordings and unquestionably she has a very beautiful voice. The eventual introduction to Sarah Vaughan and Carmen McRae simply moved me to a different level. They convey a communicative emotional connection that I just didn’t reach with Ella despite her enormous talent.

Sarah and for me even more so Carmen McRae allow a deep connection that’s hard to explain, it’s either there or it is not. Obviously this is purely personal and othermusic lovers will feel quite diffently. Another example, Oscar Peterson vs Thelonious Monk. Early on it was Petterson (I still enjoy him) Monk is my "guy" and just takes me to a higher and deeper place. I still enjoy Miles, Coltrane and Ellington as much as I’ve ever had.
Charles

Jond,
I’m happy that you enjoyed those two recordings, I had a feeling they’d appeal to you. Regarding Nickolas Payton, he is one heck of a trumpeter. I really like Roy Hargrove but Payton has the better chops IMHO.

Wolf,
Yes, listening to Brad Mehldau yesterday Fred Hersch came to mind. It must have been fun to have worked with him. I’ll seek out Vijay Iyer. You could live 2 full lifetimes and still not cover all of the talented jazz musicians out there.

Bill,
Agree, music and audio components are the epitome of subjectivity,  we simply like what we like.
Charles

Bill  (Grannyring) true. This is why I try to make it clear that I'm not putting down an artist who may not be my favorite.  Surely Barber has many fans who adore her and her music and I respect that.  It just so happens that Schubert,  Frank and I have considerable admiration and love for Sarah Vaughan and Carmen McRae.  As we all recognize we're simply discussing our own taste. 

Schubert, 
Miles Davis said the same thing about Sarah,  saying that she was absolutely adored by all of the top jazz musicians of her era . 
Charles 

This thread the past few days has been a genuine joy to read and participate  in.  This is the whole point of having an audio system, to listen to and connect with the music we are passionate about. 


Bill,
Carmen was in prime form well into the mid 1970s. See if spotify has her "Great American Songbook " early 1970s live in a LA jazz club.  I think you'll like it. 
Charles 

When God becomes the topic things can become very complex and philosophical. I feel that this is such a personal matter that it can be difficult to discuss as one’s beliefs, conviction and relationship with God vary all over a wide spectrum. This goes deeper than discussing politics.

I’m in no position to dictate what others want to post about but I will keep my participation simple and limit it to the topic of music which I find fun and gratifying.
Best Regards to all, 
Charles

Wolf and Schubert represent polar ends of a vast spectrum regarding religious though and it’s quite unlikely they’ll "ever" see eye to eye on this topic. Both of them posses  excellent music taste and knowledge. Let’s find common ground there.
Charles

Hi Jond,
I’ll certainly seek that recording out. Thanks for the recommendation as I really enjoy his playing. Jond one current vibraphonist I failed to mention is Jason Marsalis. He’s know primarily as a drummer (for good reason) but he’s also a very accomplished vibraphonist without question. I saw him live in Ann Arbor on vibes leading a quartet 2 years ago. Saw him last year as a drummer with pianist Marcus Roberts. He’s excellent with either instrument.
Charles

Frank,
Buddy Collett,  yep he's a wonderful musician who seemingly mastered many of the reed/woodwind instruments. He and Herbie Mann collaborated on "Flute Fraternity " in the late 1950s. Buddy plays clarinet, flute,  alto and tenor saxophones.  These two were a very good pairing. 

Regarding Conte Candoli, he is a fine trumpeter and thanks for the recording recommendation . Jond let me know what you think of this recording. 
Charles

I just ordered the Candoli "Little Band Big Jazz "  pianist Vince Guaraldi, 
Collett on tenor, Leroy Vinegar on bass? This has to be terrific by default. 
Charles 

Frank,
Love those pictures which document a very special period in the evolution of jazz. The West Coast jazz s scene was very vibrant and is strongly linked with the "Cool Jazz " movement of the early1950s thru the early 1960s.

There are many debates concerning west vs east coast sound and some consider the west coast musicians a step below their eastern contemporaries, I don’t agree with that. Without question the east coast (predominately NYC) produced iconic jazz figures with the modern (Bebop) style in the 1940s. Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, Thelonious Monk, Bud Powel, Dexter Gordon , Miles Davis, Fats Navarro etc. I simply cannot dispute that fact.

I will say however that the west coast spawned many excellent jazz musicians who played a style of jazz that I find beautiful and has withstood the test of time. IMO both coast genres have contributed heavily to the jazz idiom. I love both.
Charles

Frank,
We really do have quite similar taste. I purchased that 4 Disc set of Jimmy Giuffre-Jim Hall collaboration last fall and have listened to it in its entirety several times. In my opinion a mixture of West Coast cool and a Avant Garde influence. I like it!
Charles

Jond, 
Yes, and further evidence of the jazz guitar subtle masterry of Jim Hall .
Charles 

Jond,
See if this is available on tidal, "Night Lights " leader is Gerry Mulligan (baritone saxophone) of a sextet featuring Jim Hall and the superb Art Farmer (trumpet and flugelhorn). Jond this is simply beautiful jazz!
Charles

Jond,
My personal list of early master modern jazz guitarists in alphabetical order
Kenny Burrell
Jim Hall
Barney Kessel
Wes Montgomery
Joe Pass
Each is superb with their own individual sound. I make no attempt to try and rank them in terms of a hierarchy. Pointless endeavor for me. I just listen and enjoy.
Charles

With 86 pages and 4200 + posts what more would you like to see regarding the SR or other upgrade fuses Don? Both sides of the issue have been presented ad Nauseum. Music/recording recommendations have been an intergral part of this thread for quite some time.
Charles

Shadorne, 
Feel free to initiate the topic of little ponies and determine interest by the feedback /replies you generate.  It may reach  (or exceed) the participation of music/recording posters. Who knows?
Charles 

Jond, 
Good comments, discussing the music and artists is what I've enjoyed most about this thread.  Jond, Barney Kessel  "Plays For Lovers "  is an excellent compilation of his small combo group recordings 1950s -1970s.  Corny title but a really fine recording.  Barney cannplay!!!
Charles 

I will look into the music of Lenny Breau. He sadly had a short and tragic life, found dead in à Los Angeles apartment roof swimming pool at age 43. To this day rumors persist,  suicide or homicide? Some similarities to Chet Baker's demise. 
Charles 

Hi Jond, 
Thanks,  I appreciate your feedback.  I'll check him out. 
Charles 

I don't listen to Bluegrass much at all  (although I do like the old school country and western music genre). 
Charles 

Frank,
Here’s one for you, jazz trombonist Avi Lebo "Shades Of Brass " Mapleshade recording. Very natural in the room/you are there sound. Very fine musicianship. Really captures the authentic sound of the trombone.
Charles

Hi Jond,
Thanks for the recommendation.  I've heard/read good comments regarding Anat Cohen's  playing,  time for me to become familiar with her. 
Charles 

Jond,
You seem to enjoy jazz guitar as much as I do. Are you familiar with Doug Raney? Take a listen to "You Go To My Head " Raney can really play!
Charles

Hi Jond, 
Our tastes are pretty similar so I thought you'd appreciate Doug Raney.  His dad Jimmy Raney was also a very fine jazz guitarist. I'll say it again,  there is so much beautiful music for us to enjoy,  what a gift. 
Charles 
 

I’m surprised that the Had Inspire SEP amplifier mated to the Sonist speaker is such a large step above in SQ compared to the amplifier it replaced. Another example of the importance of power amplifier and speaker matching/synergy. The current edition Had Inspire amps probably have better transformers/power supplies than their earlier versions. Good news.
Charles

Very possible the Sonist is an easier load and more compatible with SET/SEP amplifiers than the Soliloquy. Sonist was designed specifically to mate with these types of amplifiers from the very beginning.

Charles

Hi Jason,
A friend of mine did a similar Audio Horizon and SR Black fuses comparison. Generally speaking the Black fuse was uniformly excellent in all applications. The one exception was his Absolare Altius preamplifier where he preferred the Audio Horizon fuse. Both were very good but felt there was better synergy with the A.H.fuse.
Charles

Jond,
Your Tidal streaming offers so much, see if this is available. "Tony Bennett/Bill Evans " recorded in 1975 and it’s just beautiful music. I think you’ll like it.  Evan's piano accompanying is gorgeous and Bennett is in peak form. 
Charles

Hello Frank,
I wish you the very best outcome from this vital surgery.  I believe that you'll have a speedy recovery and will return here jn no time to continue on with all of your many friends. 
Best Regards, 
Charles 

Jond,
"Manhattan Moods "  Pianist  McCoy Tyner and vibraphonist Bobby Hutcherson recorded in 1994. Beautiful jazz.
Charles 

Frank,
What a friend you have in Robert.  It is gratifying to read you two are back doing what you  (and I) love,  listening to music.  At this moment I am listening (again  😊) to the Milt Jackson Savoy recordings you made for me . Glad to know that you are doing so well Frank. 
Charles 

Frank,
Half of the songs listed on this CD are from the "-Chet" recording. This is an excellent example of vintage Chet Baker in top form. Two songs "It Never Entered My Mind" and "September Song" feature guitarist Kenny Burrell. The combination of these two is drop dead gorgeous!

I agree with you, excellent recording quality and musicianship. I’ve owned this CD for years and I listen to it often. Chet could extract so much beautiful sound and emotion from his trumpet and flugelhorn.
Charles

Hifiman5,
In addition to Herbie Mann there's Pepper Adam's on baritone saxophone and Paul Chambers on bass.  I hope you find these recordings as enjoyable as I do.
Charles 

Frank, I'm an admirer of both trumpeters  ,have many of their recordings and listen to both artists often. Personally I don't believe that account. Both had their individual sound and certainly different styles.  Miles was not only iconic but a trendsetter for literally generations. 

I can believe that he noticed and  appreciated Baker's beautiful tone but seriously doubt an attempt to mimic it.  Miles had his own beautiful sound and he knew this and cultivated it over the years. This story reeks of "urban myth" in my opinion. 
Charles 

Hifiman5, 
Absolutely right. There's much mutual admiration amongst  top tier musicians. However these very talented folks ultimately want to express themselves with their "own" sound. Particularly in jazz the art and skill of improvising affords the opportunity to be unique. 

Now are musicians  influenced by other players? Yes! Do they want to blatantly copy another?  I would say no. 
Charles 

@phillyb, 
 It seems that we're cut from the same cloth.  I have a large library of CDs which I continue to enjoy immensely (Just as some do with vinyl records).  There are multiple ways for music lovers to enjoy listening in their homes . No doubt that streaming is a great option for many. Each of us decide what method suits our needs/desires most comfortably. If you're happy with your chosen music providing  medium then all is well.
Charles