This is a newly reissued edition of a masterpiece by Jean Martinon, highly regarded for its excellence. In addition to the original superb recording quality, the value of this set is enhanced by its collection of Debussy's orchestral works. Aiming for the highest sound quality available, the SACD and CD layers were separately mastered using a 192kHz/24bit digital master created from the original analog master tapes. Includes new liner notes. Although performed with his orchestra, the Orchestre National de France, this recording is considered the foremost performance by a French conductor since its release, and its value is also due to its recording quality, representing the peak of EMI's analog recording era. Debussy's works often have a wide dynamic range, and the subtle nuances of expression, even at low volumes, are rich, so the quality of the recording significantly impacts the overall evaluation of the album. Perhaps the Martinon recording was destined to be. The album also includes several works orchestrated by others besides Debussy. It was rare to have such a comprehensive collection at the time of the recording, so the inclusion of these 19 pieces is valuable in itself. The music has a sound that can truly be called the mainstream, and the ability to express the subtle nuances unique to Debussy is also important. Furthermore, it is noteworthy that this is a recording from the golden age of analog. While some performances tend to be buried in the quiet passages, this recording has high resolution, a rich sense of perspective and scale, and the condition of the original analog master tapes used this time was excellent, reproducing the timbre of the strings as well as the wind instruments with high quality. Considering both the performance and the recording, this is arguably the finest Debussy album. * Uses the latest 2022 mastering (SACD and CD layers mastered separately). Mastering Engineer: Kozo Fujita * Uses the original jacket design * Liner notes: Hiroshi Aiba (new liner notes), total of 20 pages Orchestre National de France Jean Martinon (Conductor) * Only listened to once. Like new. * With a slipcase and obi.