Like new, played only once. A hybrid SACD set of two discs, just released recently. Originally recorded in 24-bit, making it perfect for SACD high-resolution sound. The wide dynamic range and excellent separation, befitting high-resolution audio, are remarkable. The performance isn't as fiery as Bernstein's, but it's still incredibly powerful, and I think it's a wonderful recording for Mahler's 2nd symphony fans. The soprano also performs admirably. Seiji Ozawa conducting Mahler's Symphony No. 2 "Resurrection". - Title: Mahler: Symphony No.2 "Resurrection" - Conductor: Seiji Ozawa - Orchestra: Saito Kinen Orchestra - Soprano: Emiko Suga - Alto: Nathalia Stutzmann - Chorus: Shin Sekiya - Chorus Master Thank you for viewing. This is the first album in Seiji Ozawa and the Saito Kinen Orchestra's Mahler symphony cycle. In the 1980s, Ozawa completed a complete set of Mahler symphonies with his then-current Boston Symphony Orchestra, and he is highly regarded as a Mahler specialist. This time, the orchestra is the Saito Kinen Orchestra, which brings together top musicians from around the world. Wonderful solos are performed throughout, and the ensemble is remarkably excellent, making it hard to believe it's a one-time-only performance. The orchestra's free and expressive playing under Seiji Ozawa's baton is truly a sight to behold. Winner of the 2000 Record Academy Award in the Symphony category.