Wouldn't the transducers used (i.e. speakers/headphones) be arguably the biggest hindrances towards achieving a "transparent" sound? Having said that, I rather think Eric Clapton Unplugged (and Nirvana Unplugged) are pretty well-mastered recordings. They're among my go-to references.
Good Decca and DG recordings of church organs tell you a lot about the audio system. Go for the old ones from the 1960-ties to 1980-ties. When the original recording was first released on vinyl look up the "good" remaster/re-issue.
I couldn't point to single recording that has all going for; well recorded orchestra is great for assessing many things, well done electronica is great for assessing imaging (but this can never be reference), jazz for micro-life things.
Pink Floyd The Division Bell is one of my references for recording quality. Other than that I suppose bi-aural recordings produce the most natural sound, there are a few out there.
What comes immediately to mind is 'Can - Monster Movie' original German Liberty LP, Side 2 "Yoo Doo Right". Not only do the speakers disappear, the room disappears. The sound extends well beyond the room boundaries: left/right, up and depth. It was recorded live in the studio to a 2 track Revox A77 and edited to the final song (about 20 minutes) in 1969.
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