Take the plunge! But first define for yourself what "facets" of sound quality are a priority for you. It's going to be hard if not impossible to find an analogue set-up that sounds better, in every respect, than a top notch digital set-up. However, IMO a good analogue set-up, and Albert's recommendation is a good one, will do certain things that even the best digital cannot do. This has been dicussed over and over again here, and I encourage you to look up related posts; and many will disagree strongly. Specifically, I refer to things likes subtle timbral differences between the sounds of acoustic instruments and likewise subtle details in the area of rhythm or "groove" in a performance.
If acoustic and minimally processed music is your bag, I think you'll find that analogue is definitely worth the investment in money and effort. Pay attention to placement and setup of your turntable! The very subtlety of the things that analogue excells in can be destroyed by carelessness; but depending on your personality, the tweaking can be great fun and educational. If electric or processed music is your thing , I'm not so sure that it's all worth the effort. Although just this morning I was listening to Steely Dan's "Pretzel Logic" on vinyl and I've to say that the sound of the drum set and even electric guitar are natural (accurate)in a way that you just don't hear on pop records anymore.
If you do take the plunge, and need reassurance, go hear some live music and then compare. I think you'll be surprised. Good luck and have fun.
If acoustic and minimally processed music is your bag, I think you'll find that analogue is definitely worth the investment in money and effort. Pay attention to placement and setup of your turntable! The very subtlety of the things that analogue excells in can be destroyed by carelessness; but depending on your personality, the tweaking can be great fun and educational. If electric or processed music is your thing , I'm not so sure that it's all worth the effort. Although just this morning I was listening to Steely Dan's "Pretzel Logic" on vinyl and I've to say that the sound of the drum set and even electric guitar are natural (accurate)in a way that you just don't hear on pop records anymore.
If you do take the plunge, and need reassurance, go hear some live music and then compare. I think you'll be surprised. Good luck and have fun.