Recommendation - Complete Beethoven Sonatas

Another nod for Goode. Although in ultimate terms I prefer Schnabel and Kempf, the fidelity is pretty low on those (1930's and mid-50s respectively) I admire Brendel a great deal, but his set(s) are pretty rigorous and intellectual-- not perhaps the only one(s) to have if you're having only one. Goode is excelllent all around, and is recorded wonderfully. You could live happily ever after.

And I'll offer yet another view in favor of Wilhelm Kempff. His recordings on DGG are in generally good sound, and his interpretations are always well thought.

I've not heard any of the performances by Goode. I'll have to explore his interpretations - thanks!

Another vote for Goode. I have both the Goode and the Kempff sets and prefer the Goode ever so slightly. Both pianists are exemplary.

Let me confuse the issue by recommending the Pollini along with the Brendel and the Goode.

I agree that the Goode set is excellent. On vinyl, I really enjoy Claudio Arrau's performances (don't know if they have been reissued on CD). Also on vinyl, I've got a few of Ivan Moravec's performances - - - sublime!