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HDCD: What do you like?

I'm upgrading from my transport/DAC to a one box. All the ones that I'm considering are HDCD compatible, but my present system isn't, nor do I have much HDCD stuff in the collection.

I need some music to evaluate the HDCD players. What recordings do you like? Is anything particularly revealing of how the player reads HDCD.

(This can probably be construed as a "what do you like to test with?" post, but I'm hoping to narrow it down.)

Eric
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timwat
132 posts
 
Another recent release is Spock's Beard's "Snow". I didn't realize it was HDCD until noting the superior depth and presence and checking out the back of the jewel case.

The prog rock concept-double CD release may not appeal to everyone, but Gabriel-era Genesis and Beard faithful will enjoy.
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nrenter
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Tool's "Lateralus"
mattybumpkin
590 posts
 
Stbhorn,

Are you sure about Tigerlilly? I have it (and a HDCD CDP) and it is not HDCD. Her live CD is HDCD, and is wonderful. So is her Ophelia album. Also, look at Martina Mcbride's Greatest hits, Lyle Lovett Cowboy Man, Dixie Chicks Fly, and Keb Mo.

Matty
stbhorn
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I am sorry, it is Natalie's "Motherload" cd that is HDCD.
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