Sound Liaison

22/07/2025

✨ From Now On – Tim Langedijk & Paul Berner ✨
Recorded using a One Mic setup over two focused days at Studio 2, MCO Hilversum, this new release continues the minimalist, audiophile approach that made Down To The Downtown a quiet sensation.

🎶 As Jazzflits described it:
“Simplicity and clarity were the guiding principles during the recording session. Despite the complexity of some pieces, they sound effortlessly easy on this recording, and the simpler songs come alive, gaining unexpected depth in Tim and Paul’s hands. The musicians take their time throughout the album, with no sense of hurry. You can almost picture them sitting in the sun on a typical American porch in the lazy deep South. That’s the kind of atmosphere they create. It’s a delightful listening experience.”

The duo reimagines material by Paul McCartney, Bon Iver, Chris Cornell, The Beatles, and The Rolling Stones — along with their own compositions — with striking grace and intimacy.

🎧 Engineered by Frans de Rond with the Josephson C700S stereo microphone for full phase coherence and breathtaking realism — a signature of Sound Liaison’s One Mic series.

Now available at Sound Liaison, Native DSD, and all streaming services.

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Buy Tim Langedijk & Paul Berner - From Now On and other great high-res downloads from Sound Liaison. All audio formats just starting from €17.95.

11/07/2025

In Essence – “A Masterpiece of Simplicity and Sonic Precision”
Audiophile Style founder Chris Connaker has written a very flattering review of our first Pure DSD recording, In Essence.
Here are a few highlights from his review:
“In Essence is a wonderful selection of songs, played exquisitely, captured impeccably, and delivered to our listening rooms pristinely. Right from the opening double bass notes of track one, ‘My One and Only You,’ I was sucked into the album…”
“…the sonic image in my head of Peter Bjørnild on his double bass standing on the left of center, and Iman Spaargaren standing just right of center, was clear as day. It was like the two musicians were standing in between my loudspeakers…”
“This is art, created by people with a vision, and delivered as designed.”
“This album shouldn’t be mistaken as an audiophile adventure in technology from old to new, but rather as the work of art that it is.”
He also notes:
“Two musicians. The Great American Songbook. One stereo microphone. Captured to DSD256 and delivered to listeners in that format (other formats available as well). The simplicity is refreshing. The skills required to pull it off are anything but simple. Both musicians and Sound Liaison engineer Frans de Rond didn’t just show up to Studio 2 in Heuvellaan, Hilversum on January 16, 2025, set a microphone in the middle and start playing. Far from it. Playing for a single microphone, recorded direct to any medium, requires not only great musicianship, but also incredible restraint… passion and emotion…”
From the liner notes:
“In Essence is a welcome return to subtlety, depth, and direct communication. This new album from Iman Spaargaren (clarinet & saxophone) and Peter Bjørnild (double bass) was made using just one carefully placed Josephson C700S (3 capsule) stereo microphone. The entire performance was captured live in the room and recorded directly to Pure DSD256. It’s an old-school method in a high-tech frame — a reminder that sometimes the most advanced thing you can do is keep it simple.”
🎧 In Essence is available in the following high-resolution formats:
DSD512 · DSD256 · DSD128 · DSD64 · DXD 352.8kHz-24bit · PCM 192kHz · PCM 96kHz · FLAC 352kHz · FLAC 192kHz · FLAC 96kHz
Exclusively at soundliaison.com

04/07/2025

"The sonics are incredible. The clarity of the Pure DSD256 recording is palpable — it’s like lifting a veil between you and the musicians. The tone of the instruments, the natural space of the room, the subtle interaction between the players — all of it comes through with a realism that’s rarely captured. This is what great minimalist recording can do when done right.

Iman Spaargaren and Peter Bjørnild deliver a performance that is completely engaging, musically captivating, and simply delightful. You feel their conversation unfold with elegance and intimacy. It’s the kind of recording that rewards careful listening, but also offers pure pleasure from the very first note."
— Rushton Paul, Positive Feedback
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29/06/2025

Iman Spaargaren & Peter Bjørnild –
'In Essence'
One-Mic Audiophile Recording
Pure DSD256 Master
"In Essence is a welcome return to subtlety, depth, and direct communication. This new album from Iman Spaargaren (clarinet & saxophone) and Peter Bjørnild (double bass) was made using just one carefully placed Josephson C700S (3-capsule) stereo microphone. The entire performance was captured live in the room and recorded directly to Pure DSD256. It’s an old-school method in a high-tech frame — a reminder that sometimes the most advanced thing you can do is keep it simple.
In Essence is an intimate, thoughtful exploration of the Great American Songbook. But unlike most modern jazz albums, these are not elaborate reworkings or long improvisations. The duo has chosen to keep each track short, distilled down to its melodic and emotional core, a clear, focused experience of each tune — each one a small, self-contained meditation, a kind of musical haiku: concise, almost fragile in its clarity, capturing the essence of melody and melodic improvisation. The result is music that doesn’t explain itself — it simply is.
The interplay of clarinet or saxophone and double bass feels like a conversation between friends — sometimes melodic, sometimes contrapuntal, always personal. It’s a modern take on a two-part invention, rooted in swing, blues, and lyricism.
The superb sound quality invites you into the studio: up close, sitting still, noticing, listening. Two instruments, the space between them, the breath before each phrase, the resonance of air and wood. In Essence is a quiet, heartfelt reminder of the beauty of musical intimacy."

Frans de Rond on the Recording Process:
"Working with Sound Liaison has always been about combining craftsmanship with innovation, and our first Pure DSD recording was a real turning point in our approach to high-resolution audio.
Recording Iman Spaargaren on sax and clarinet, and Peter Bjørnild on double bass, I wanted to explore the full potential of the DSD256 format for audiophile recording. Every detail — from mic placement to post-production — had to be handled with absolute precision to preserve the raw emotion of the performance.
DSD began as an archival format, but it has become a powerful tool for artistic expression and high-fidelity recording. This project reflects that synergy: pure, transparent sound driven by a minimalist signal path and honest engineering."
— Frans de Rond

Buy Iman Spaargaren & Peter Bjørnild - In Essence and other great high-res downloads from Sound Liaison. All audio formats just starting from €17.95.

23/06/2025

Celebrating the great review, in JazzFlits, this week 20% off AND available in formats up to 17x times better than CD quality: 'From the Heart – Ronald Douglas and Rob van Bavel in Studio 2 '
In his review, Hans Invernizzi writes:
“From The Heart is a quietly powerful statement from two artists with decades of experience—in music and in life. Each song is tender, emotionally rich, and interpreted with deep sensitivity. Douglas sings quite literally from the heart, while Van Bavel provides subtle, perfectly attuned support. Their bond is unmistakable—and the result is something truly special.” https://soundliaison.com/collections/home-page-collection/products/ronald-douglas-rob-van-bavel-from-the-heart

10/06/2025

Great review of our latest release in JazzFlits:
"A long-held dream has finally become reality. From The Heart is the result: a beautifully intimate album by jazz singer Ronald Douglas and pianist Rob van Bavel. Together, they recorded nine tracks—just voice and piano—in a quiet, focused setting.

Each song reveals something personal, especially from Douglas, who sings quite literally from the heart. Their deep musical bond, built over years of playing together, is clear from the first notes. The result is a collection of tender, deeply felt ballads, delivered with nuance, emotion, and lyrical care.

Van Bavel’s accompaniment is subtle and supportive—never overpowering, always in service of the song. While the repertoire draws from the Great American Songbook, they avoid the usual standards. That choice keeps the album fresh, even for seasoned jazz listeners.

From The Heart is a quietly powerful statement from two artists with decades of experience—in music and in life."

Hans Invernizzi
Available at Sound Liaison, NativeDSD, and DOX Records.

13/05/2025

🎶 Experience the magic of music in its purest form
Carmen Gomes Inc. invites you to a special live recording session at Studio 2 on Heuvellaan – the place where their internationally acclaimed albums were brought to life.
Immerse yourself in an intimate setting where music, emotion, and craftsmanship come together.
🗞️ Here’s a selection of international reviews of their previous albums, recorded in Studio 2:
“Gomes gives her selected tracks an atmospheric, mystical spin, with minimal backing, a simple mic set-up in Sound Liaison style. Her sultry voice has immediacy and intimacy, the instruments captured with real vitality, and the whole recording drips with presence and a sense of performance.” – AE, HiFi News & Record
“One of the best vocal albums of 2023.” – Positive Feedback USA
“A phenomenal hi-fi experience.” – HiFi
“Sultry voice, pure presence.” – HiFi News & Record
“Warm, jazzy, soulful – the blues at its best.” – JazzenZo
“No audiophile tinkering, just essential music.” – HiFi.nl
“One of the best ‘live in the room’ audiophile recordings I’ve ever heard.” – Mark Werlin
“Her style is bluesy and intimate, with a sexy voice that’s as sweet as dark tupelo honey.” – SoundStageXperience.com
“The sound quality reaches audiophile levels, with music that shines on a refined hi-fi set.” – Heaven Magazin
📍 Location: Studio 2, Heuvellaan 33, 1217 JL Hilversum
📅 Date: Sunday, May 25
⏰ Time: 16:00
🎫 Tickets: https://www.heuvellaan.com/agenda/carmen-gomes-inc/
🎟️ Limited seats – reserve early and be part of this unique recording experience.

*“Her style is bluesy and intimate with a sexy voice that’s sweet as dark tupelo honey, and her interpretations are unerring. The musicians play to her and to each other, and the ensemble is so tight that the four musicians breathe and move as one.” SoundStage! USA  * Carmen Gomes Inc. draai...

10/05/2025

“Only a person who has lived a full life can tell these stories in such a profound manner. Ronald Douglas is such a person.”
— Dr. Dee Daniels

These aren’t just standards; they are vessels for reflection, heartbreak, and resilience. There’s a lived-in quality that can’t be taught or rehearsed. It has to be earned—through decades of performing, and in Ronald’s case, even through heart surgery.

There are moments when music, space, and time align in such a way that something rare occurs. Studio 2 at MCO—with its warm, resonant acoustics and historical character—became the perfect stage for Ronald Douglas and Rob van Bavel to record From the Heart for Sound Liaison.

Ronald discovered that singing softly allowed his voice to fully integrate with the room. He didn’t sing into the space—he sang with it. Every breath, every nuance is heard. The result is a jazz vocal performance that feels deeply personal—like a private conversation.

What emerged isn’t just a studio session—it’s a captured moment. A life lived. A voice refined. A story told From the Heart.
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A deeply intimate jazz recording by Ronald Douglas & Rob van Bavel, captured live in Studio 2—where voice, piano, and space become one.

17/04/2025

Here are Tidal and Spotify playlists of some the recordings made by the Sound Liaison team, engineer Frans de Rond and producer Peter Bjornild. Tidal:
https://tidal.com/browse/playlist/7a662732-4535-40a0-b321-5d8b40efb786

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0PUcVh4WYk8ZsyP0LGshpF?si=MeyvEQnWToq9UvFkcLnKVw

“One of the best-sounding audiophile recordings I’ve heard.” – Mark Werlin“One microphone straight to DXD recording – and it’s totally enchanting.” – Hifi Critic“Fabulous…challenging the possibilities of current recording technology.” – Inner Magazines
“Aural image, with perfect balances and a natural stereo image.” – AudioXpress“The recording drips with presence and a sense of performance.” – Hifi News and Records
“I think we can all agree that this recording sounds sensational.” – Audiophile Style
''Engineer Frans de Rond´s knowledge of mic placement and use of equipment is in a class of its own.
He creates a sound stage, that projects an almost visual image of the musicians.
A sound stage which is intimate but also has depth and space.
The sound on the recordings presented here is like a three-dimensional Van Gogh painting, where you can step in and take a look around.''

14/04/2025

The reviews are starting to come on our latest release, Run From the Moon with Claire Parsons and Eran Har Even:
/soundliaison.com/products/claire-parsons-eran-har-even-run-from-the-moon...you catch every tiny nuance—the warmth of the guitar, the subtle shifts in Claire’s voice......I love it, if this is where music is going I’m in........Run From the Moon" feels like a breath of fresh air—intimate, unpredictable, and effortlessly melodic...........Claire Parsons and Eran Har Even have this rare chemistry where everything sounds both intricate and natural, like a conversation between two kindred spirits.........The melodies stick with you, catchy yet sophisticated, floating between jazz, folk, and dreamy pop.......And the sound quality? Absolutely stunning. Thanks to Sound Liaison’s crystal-clear recording......It’s one of those albums that pulls you in and keeps revealing new layers with every listen........Great performances and equally good recording. If you have a suitable DAC then the higher resolution files are worth the extra.....

Buy Claire Parsons & Eran Har Even - Run From The Moon and other great high-res downloads from Sound Liaison. Audiophile Jazz Recordings.

08/04/2025

Experience a Moment of Audiophile History – Live Recording Event
Sunday, April 13th | 16:00 | Studio 2
Join us at the legendary Studio 2 as Sound Liaison continues its award-winning One Mic Recording series. This time, we’re featuring the exceptional talents of Soffers, Mantel & Kegel – an exciting jazz trio with a rich history of collaboration with some of the biggest names in music.
Soffers, Mantel & Kegel—pianist Jasper Soffers, bassist Hans Mantel , and drummer Wim Kegel —take center stage for their first-ever recording as a trio. These musicians have supported jazz legends such as Stanley Turrentine, Barry Harris, David Liebmann, Bob Brookmeyer, Clark Terry, T***s Thielemans, and the Metropole Orkest. Their collective experiences have come together in this highly anticipated debut album recording.
This is a unique opportunity to be part of the live recording of this exciting trio’s debut album, captured in an intimate, high-fidelity setting. Don’t miss your chance to witness this groundbreaking moment in audiophile history.
The Audiophile Perspective
"A 'Sound Liaison One Microphone' recording offers precise imaging, exceptional depth, superior realism, and complete phase coherence. It’s more than just a recording; it’s a way to optimize your speaker placement and find your ideal listening position. The clarity, timing, nuance, and dynamic range we achieve are unmatched, making these recordings truly special."
Peter Bjørnild:
"In a sense, the mix is done before we press record. We place the instruments around the microphone to create the complete sound stage, adjusting their positions to achieve the perfect balance. This process results in a natural, wide, and deep soundstage without any phase errors."
Frans de Rond:
/www.heuvellaan.com/agenda/soffers-mantel-kegel/

Stanley Turrentine, Barry Harris, David Liebmann, Bob Brookmeyer, Clark Terry, T***s Thielemans, Metropole Orkest zijn maar een paar namens met wie de leden van dit trio hebben gewerkt. Al die muzikale ervaringen worden nu gebundeld in het debut album van dit spannende trio.  Let op: Momenteel voe...

28/03/2025

New album out!
Downloads at Sound Liaison and Native DSD Music. Streaming on all streaming services also in "max' quality.
https://open.spotify.com/track/7J9sYrDSrJxJis8dK3ZOsM...
"What immediately drew us to Claire Parson and Eran Har Even’s music was their boundless curiosity—two young musicians constantly searching and experimenting, yet always maintaining a sense of coherence and accessibility. This became even more remarkable during the recording session when Frans and I realized that what often sounded composed was, in fact, a solo, and what seemed like an improvised solo was actually composed.
Claire and Eran share an intuitive musical connection, seamlessly shifting between the roles of accompanist and soloist with effortless fluidity. They have forged a fresh direction in the singer-songwriter tradition, blending intricate yet deeply melodic lines with the spirit of jazz while incorporating elements of folk, funk, world music, and free-flowing group improvisation—all topped off with a touch of electronic abstraction.
Their music is an exhilarating hybrid, pushing boundaries while remaining deeply melodic and engaging—an inspired meeting of structure and spontaneity. "
Peter Bjørnild
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UhTruhdPbP0&t=2s...