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Like many of the 12 tracks on the album, this is a sophisticated production with subtle use of layers and overdubs that you might not notice when listening on a less insightful system. But that was not the case here, with the SP4000 providing a clear picture through the T+A amp and speakers, smartly lifting the xylophones from the main melody and brass backing. It’s a typical oddball composition from Byrne, and I didn’t feel shortchanged hearing it in this way.

There was again a palpable sense of resolution during the militaristic but cheerful ‘III.The March Of The English’ on Akademie Für Alte Musik Berlin’s Paul Wranitzky: Symphonies album [Deutsche Harmonia Mundi; 96kHz/24-bit]. The woodwinds appeared full of character, the flute particularly light and nimble. At the same time, the ‘cannon shot’ effect from the bass drum had real force and impact. Yes, the mighty power reserves of the PA 3100 HV amplifier were key to this dynamic highlight, but as a source A&K’s SP4000 certainly delivered the goods.

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