Here we have one of those choices between great sound and great performance. This 1950 broadcast is wonderful, yes, but there is little humor in the performance; only Cloe Elmo as Dame Quickly sounds like she's having any fun. On the other hand, the astounding 1937 Salzburg performance--now newly-remastered with quite acceptable sound (see: Toscanini - The Salzburg Experience, Vol. 4, Falstaff)--has life, wit and whimsy along with outstanding singing. Also, Dino Borgioli, the Fenton on the Salzburg set, is the best on records, while the singer in this 1950 performance is quite terrible.If you want a good performance you will listen to a few times, buy this version. If you want a timeless performance that will reveal new hidden beauties every time you put it on, spend the extra $10 for the "Salzburg Experience."