What are the best sounding classical CDs


I am looking to start a classical collection. I am looking for some suggestions on good classical preformances that have excellent sound.
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Buy the penguin guide to CDs and use it to reference the best performances and recordings of your favorite pieces.
Sometimes the best performances aren't the best recordings, so sometimes you'll have to compromise.
The JVC XRCD series has a number of the RCA Living
Stereo classical reissues. They are legendary
performances, known for their outstanding sound
quality. Their only disadvantage is price ($25+ each).
I've got the Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto performed
by Jascha Heifetz and the Chicago Symphony, and it's
outstanding. There are a number of other similarly
excellent classical issues.