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I still have 3 boxes of CDs, but then I'm old and nostalgic
I do too, but EVERY DVD player also plays CDs.. Anyone know the best/easiest way to RIP all my CDs? I don't need lossless, just great sounding audio files..
CD are sampled and digitalized data streams, so there isn't enough "charm" to those because there really is no difference from a digital PCM file, whereas vinyl are at least analog. and no one can demystify those.
the same reason Monster cable lost all their charm when video signal change from Composite/Component to HDMI.
I agree with all that, but it's not stopping them from bringing CDs back. Also "physical media" is worth noting. Vinyl is cool, but not very practical as far as that goes.
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there is a difference in the perception.
CD are sampled and digitalized data streams, so there isn't enough "charm" to those because there really is no difference from a digital PCM file, whereas vinyl are at least analog. and no one can demystify those.
the same reason Monster cable lost all their charm when video signal change from Composite/Component to HDMI.
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I agree with all that, but it's not stopping them from bringing CDs back. Also "physical media" is worth noting. Vinyl is cool, but not very practical as far as that goes.
I'm not an expert, but I think there may be a potential difference in different releases for CD's as far as quality/dynamic range in concerned, so you do have instances of people wanting the specific "pressings" of CD's for that (See more at https://dr.loudness-war.info/)
In addition, like you said, the idea of owning the physical item in the highest, lossless, quality possible is great. I still keep my CD's for that reason. I use an old iMac to rip all my CD's in lossless and an upgraded iPod to listen. It's fantastic! I still do Spotify, but it's great to have both as an option.
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I have thousands of CDs once you have a proper setup with audio CDs it hurts the ears to listen to streaming. the quality is so low compare compared to CDs. Awesome deal.
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there is a difference in the perception.
CD are sampled and digitalized data streams, so there isn't enough "charm" to those because there really is no difference from a digital PCM file, whereas vinyl are at least analog. and no one can demystify those.
the same reason Monster cable lost all their charm when video signal change from Composite/Component to HDMI.
Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank BlackstonePartner
CD are sampled and digitalized data streams, so there isn't enough "charm" to those because there really is no difference from a digital PCM file, whereas vinyl are at least analog. and no one can demystify those.
the same reason Monster cable lost all their charm when video signal change from Composite/Component to HDMI.
In addition, like you said, the idea of owning the physical item in the highest, lossless, quality possible is great. I still keep my CD's for that reason. I use an old iMac to rip all my CD's in lossless and an upgraded iPod to listen. It's fantastic! I still do Spotify, but it's great to have both as an option.
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