I've read a few good reviews of the Herbert Blomstedt SFSO Mahler
2.  They mention first rate sound, wonderful singing and playing and
surprisingly energetic and visionary conducting.  The sound stage is
supposed to be spectacular.  The recording seemed to become generally
unavailable quite quickly and I was wondering if anyone could confirm
whether it is as good as people claim.

Many thanks,

David Harbin
Nottingham, UK