Songs you use when auditioning gear

I like to take progressive jazz like Spyro Gyro, Kit Walker, Weather Report or smooth jazz like Fourplay. Excellent engineered recordings that really let you evaluate depth and soundstage.

i also like to use progressive rock like Yes; Close to the Edge and ELP for more dynamics and power.

BTW, I love Karla Bonoff too!

@troutstreamnm definitely Yes and ELP.  Starship Trooper is a great song to use as is From the Beginning.  
 

@signaforce absolutely so many great suggestions.  I’m having trouble keeping up with them!

@veerossi love Marcus Miller.  Amazing bassist, both tracks you mentioned sound outstanding.

Lots of great recommendations! I'll be buying some new music. 

Janis Ian "Breaking Silence" cut This House.

Her almost whispered vocals should be easy to understand over the great bass line. And it's a good song. 

Have fun! 

@jastralfu Right on!