*** 2x 180g Vinyl LPs ***

Bernard Haitink’s Mahler recordings have long been regarded as cornerstones of the Philips catalogue. The 1970 quadraphonic recording of Symphony no.5 and the Adagio from Symphony no.10, made in Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw, continues to be recognised for its clarity, balance, and architectural strength.

Decca Classics announces the release of the second batch of titles in the Decca Pure Analogue vinyl series, presenting iconic recordings from the Decca and Philips catalogues. The series is mastered by Rainer Maillard and cut by Sidney C. Meyer at the renowned Emil Berliner Studios utilising their 100% pure analogue techniques (AAA). Only analogue sources from the original stereo and quadraphonic master tapes are used, including recently discovered analogue masters created during the earliest years of digital recording.

Pressed in Germany at Schallplattenfabrik Pallas on 180g virgin vinyl, these limited-edition, hand-numbered deluxe gatefold releases feature the original artwork and liner notes, archival photography, and facsimiles of original recording session sheets. Each individual release includes newly commissioned notes by distinguished contributors, detailing the artistic, historical, and technical background of the recording alongside insight into the mastering process.