This might be the first time I didn't see records as holding the same value as fixed gear bikes: none. Thanks for taking the time to post this for everyone.
Fantastic. Thanks for posting despite the tech issues. Did you know this song was the first song ever to sell a million copies? I discovered this courtesy of a study guide about Pagliacci that can be found online on the Portland Opera website.
Its due to the length of the folded horn (6') and the improved compliance of the aluminum reproducer diaphragm. Its quite thin and pleated around the edges to permit a wider range of movement.
When I listen to Del Monaco, and Bjorling, Pavarottie and DiStefao, I'm always tempted to yell "the best" at some of their miraculous recordings. Then I return to Caruso, and to this recording in particular. The voice, the artistry, the emotion, the diction...absolute perfection. Enrico will always be the measuring stick, and this aria the emotional core of great operatic singing. Remarkable.
This is the real original 1907 recording on the Victor's Victrola label. It was re-recorded in 1931 on the Victor "Red Seal" label under "Orthophonic Recording" and later released on the compilation album "RCA Victor's 60 Years of Music America Loves Best".
Splendid recording, thank you for posting this. You're so fortunate to have such treasure. I wonder how much would cost to have such a machine and all the Caruso disks.
I have been after the name of this for years, then tonight watching the Untouchables the sang this at the opera, so i had to watch till the end to catch the name, thanks for posting
This is at the correct speed. All you have to do is compare this against the 1950's issue on the RCA Victor LP, and you'll see it's at the right speed! Thanks for posting it! I needed to hear it. I'm away from my Victrola... and drunk! Not a good time to be without Caruso!
Not only the best Canio, the best everything. I used to think there was no way to tell if he was good just by listening to the poor recordings. The more I listened, the more I realize that even in these awful recordings, the voice can be heard, and it is unmatched by any other. It was lyrical, spinto, dramatic, tenor, baritone, everything combined into one single instrument.
Dude, don't worry about the speed. Anyone that cares that much about the speed should be fucking slapped. I'm just grateful you mosted this in the first place.
Paoli doesn't hold a candle to Caruso--certainly not if we're comparing this to the link you gave. Perhaps another of his performances is better, but here Paoli is nasal and strained versus Caruso's vigorous, supple tone.
That being said, I think Caruso (possibly because of time) rushes the aria in places. My personal favorite: check out Miguel Fleta's interpretation--watch?v=AoPW1rn6rFE
erutander83-nice to see someone else that appreciates Miguel Fleta. Fleta was right up there with Caruso,and each was better on different songs. He certainly was brilliant-as was Caruso. To me they were the two best ever,or at least in recorded history. Best wishes.
I agree completely, paulostro99--perhaps the greatest tenors on record. I, too, was beginning to think I was the only Fleta fan out there. It's unfortunate he's so esoteric.
Yes he was a great singer. I have several of his records and they are uniformly impressive. Another example of how great the "Golden Age" was compared to what we have today.
This sounds a thousand times better than a CD remastering of this same recording I heard a few years ago. Much cleaner copy than the one that was used for digital transfering. Truly a legendary recording. Was inducted into the Grammy Hall Of Fame in 1975.
Early Berliner Victrola records' playing speeds should be 71.29 and most later acoustic Victor records' playing speeds should be 76.59 (also Edisons, acoustic Columbias, acoustic Okehs, and most verticals should be played at 80 if you're not so sure for your other acoustics). I myself don't have a Victrola or Orthophonic player so I have to play all acoustic records, including these same Caruso Victrolas, on my stereo turntable where they work alright.
I'm generally not a big Gigli fan - especially if I have to watch him. :-) However, he had a beautiful voice. Most of my Gigli records are from the 1920's when he was at his peak. After that, I feel his voice had too much of a sob in it. I will post some of the earlier records.
Alright! i think Merrihew is in his "Enrico Caruso" sextion, of his one live!! But he sings to so beautifal!!!al the old records... So wel sounding for there age. And int his piece he is the sad clown :-( As I supose of his singing act. Many Thanks for shearing.
This might be the first time I didn't see records as holding the same value as fixed gear bikes: none. Thanks for taking the time to post this for everyone.
dallking 1 month ago
i wonder what a modern record sounds like on that thing
nothadnotbad 1 month ago
fodastico!!!!!
tcalcantara1 1 year ago
Fantastic. Thanks for posting despite the tech issues. Did you know this song was the first song ever to sell a million copies? I discovered this courtesy of a study guide about Pagliacci that can be found online on the Portland Opera website.
belladeballe 1 year ago
the best i've heard
BJustinBrasfield 2 years ago
Always amazing.
The equalisation on the Orthophonic Victrola is so different. There's more bass on the voice spectrum itself. The voice sounds so vibrant and true.
Great transfer.
AulicExclusiva 2 years ago
Its due to the length of the folded horn (6') and the improved compliance of the aluminum reproducer diaphragm. Its quite thin and pleated around the edges to permit a wider range of movement.
merrihew 2 years ago
When I listen to Del Monaco, and Bjorling, Pavarottie and DiStefao, I'm always tempted to yell "the best" at some of their miraculous recordings. Then I return to Caruso, and to this recording in particular. The voice, the artistry, the emotion, the diction...absolute perfection. Enrico will always be the measuring stick, and this aria the emotional core of great operatic singing. Remarkable.
jd1906sf 2 years ago 3
This is the real original 1907 recording on the Victor's Victrola label. It was re-recorded in 1931 on the Victor "Red Seal" label under "Orthophonic Recording" and later released on the compilation album "RCA Victor's 60 Years of Music America Loves Best".
BrooklynMouseReturns 2 years ago
Listen to the beautiful crackles and pops on that thing and to that incredible voice. You're very fortunate and lucky to have that. It's gold!
morthrop 2 years ago
que clasico. me encanta esa cancion del payaso... gracias por compartir por aqui.
alamogeil 3 years ago
The greatest voice of the 20th Century, along with that of Mario Lanza.
zekscrab 3 years ago
Splendid recording, thank you for posting this. You're so fortunate to have such treasure. I wonder how much would cost to have such a machine and all the Caruso disks.
karamazovnew 3 years ago
I have been after the name of this for years, then tonight watching the Untouchables the sang this at the opera, so i had to watch till the end to catch the name, thanks for posting
hansoph 3 years ago
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Best ever???...Don't think so.
johnbedtime 3 years ago
I agree.
Garc1993 2 years ago
Beautiful!
avth76 3 years ago
EXCELENTE, SIMPLEMENTE EXCELENTE
LOBOTRON2099 3 years ago
This is at the correct speed. All you have to do is compare this against the 1950's issue on the RCA Victor LP, and you'll see it's at the right speed! Thanks for posting it! I needed to hear it. I'm away from my Victrola... and drunk! Not a good time to be without Caruso!
Virtual1926Credenza 3 years ago
Awesome stuff. They don't make singers like this anymore.
HistoryGeek4U 3 years ago 2
They didn't make singers like this before he came either.
GermanOperaSinger 3 years ago 6
fantastico, grazie mille! best Pagliaggio of all times!
blaugrun67 3 years ago 2
Not only the best Canio, the best everything. I used to think there was no way to tell if he was good just by listening to the poor recordings. The more I listened, the more I realize that even in these awful recordings, the voice can be heard, and it is unmatched by any other. It was lyrical, spinto, dramatic, tenor, baritone, everything combined into one single instrument.
GermanOperaSinger 3 years ago 5
Dude, don't worry about the speed. Anyone that cares that much about the speed should be fucking slapped. I'm just grateful you mosted this in the first place.
Lukeplastow 3 years ago 2
That is one heck of a record player man!!
Chivalryaintdead 4 years ago 2
Paoli doesn't hold a candle to Caruso--certainly not if we're comparing this to the link you gave. Perhaps another of his performances is better, but here Paoli is nasal and strained versus Caruso's vigorous, supple tone.
That being said, I think Caruso (possibly because of time) rushes the aria in places. My personal favorite: check out Miguel Fleta's interpretation--watch?v=AoPW1rn6rFE
erutander83 4 years ago
erutander83-nice to see someone else that appreciates Miguel Fleta. Fleta was right up there with Caruso,and each was better on different songs. He certainly was brilliant-as was Caruso. To me they were the two best ever,or at least in recorded history. Best wishes.
paulostroff99 3 years ago
I agree completely, paulostro99--perhaps the greatest tenors on record. I, too, was beginning to think I was the only Fleta fan out there. It's unfortunate he's so esoteric.
erutander83 3 years ago
erutander83- It's you and me against the world on this one at least. Best wishes.
paulostroff99 3 years ago
No one sings this like Caruso, this is the best. The emotion, the feeling....words can't express....
Pyesangel 4 years ago
look for antonio paoli :-)
midnightgado 4 years ago
What about him?
merrihew 4 years ago
youtube/watch?v=qnFXJOg9Xxg. Known as the tenor of the kings and the king of tenors. The greatest of that era.
midnightgado 4 years ago
Yes he was a great singer. I have several of his records and they are uniformly impressive. Another example of how great the "Golden Age" was compared to what we have today.
merrihew 4 years ago
that's true
midnightgado 4 years ago
I suppose you know him.
midnightgado 4 years ago
Only what I've read and heard.
merrihew 4 years ago
Flawless - what a God! Imagine if it was in modern HIFI?
Lureboy 4 years ago
This sounds a thousand times better than a CD remastering of this same recording I heard a few years ago. Much cleaner copy than the one that was used for digital transfering. Truly a legendary recording. Was inducted into the Grammy Hall Of Fame in 1975.
blackwaxjh 3 years ago
Outstanding! Thank you for posting this. =)
Keeneyville1 4 years ago
Yeah, he's good. I just feel it like I did with Pavarotti and Monaco.
epicondyles 4 years ago
Greetings: Which Orthophonic machine is this? Terrific reproduction. Cheers, etc. Doug --
TheStageWhisperer 4 years ago
Thanks, its a Borgia II.
merrihew 4 years ago
fantastic!!!! the most batifull caruso´s aria
orestesavalos 4 years ago
Early Berliner Victrola records' playing speeds should be 71.29 and most later acoustic Victor records' playing speeds should be 76.59 (also Edisons, acoustic Columbias, acoustic Okehs, and most verticals should be played at 80 if you're not so sure for your other acoustics). I myself don't have a Victrola or Orthophonic player so I have to play all acoustic records, including these same Caruso Victrolas, on my stereo turntable where they work alright.
CadillacEightyNine 4 years ago
Thank you again for Posting This!
Wonderful!
transformingArt 4 years ago
I'm generally not a big Gigli fan - especially if I have to watch him. :-) However, he had a beautiful voice. Most of my Gigli records are from the 1920's when he was at his peak. After that, I feel his voice had too much of a sob in it. I will post some of the earlier records.
merrihew 4 years ago
Can we have some Gigli next????
mrrk 4 years ago
A really grand and capital issue.
kspm01 4 years ago
Alright! i think Merrihew is in his "Enrico Caruso" sextion, of his one live!! But he sings to so beautifal!!!al the old records... So wel sounding for there age. And int his piece he is the sad clown :-( As I supose of his singing act. Many Thanks for shearing.
Holland1935 4 years ago