It is breathtakingly fast. The strings bite into the notes with a visceral, almost aggressive texture.
To truly feel the "grit" of the gut strings, lossless (FLAC) is usually better, but for casual listening on headphones, the MP3 still conveys the raw energy well. Verdict Mozart - Teodor Currentzis (2017, mp3)
The contrast between a whisper and a roar is massive. It creates a sense of high drama that feels more like a cinematic thriller than a 1791 mass. It is breathtakingly fast
Despite the speed, MusicAeterna is terrifyingly tight. Every ornament is sharp, and the choral work is crystal clear. The Sound: MP3 Considerations Verdict The contrast between a whisper and a
You might lose some of the "air" around the period instruments and the haunting decay of the recording space (often an old cathedral or studio in Perm).