CD's or Vinyl?


Gun to your head, if you could only pick one, which would you choose.  As nostalgic and sublime as Vinyl can be I think I'd have to go with Cd's.  Just seems cleaner and more pristine to me.

And You?

 

klimt

@laoman   I actually have an excellent system and take very good care of my Vinyl.  Many LPs going back to the 70s that are still in great condition.  IMHO, it's virtually impossible for Vinyl to stay pristine over time.  Not to mention the few pops & clicks that arrive on almost any new vinyl purchased.  As for CDs having a "glare" in the sound, I would have to turn your comments back to you.  Maybe you just have a poor digital rig?  All things being equal, and they usually aren't, I don't have the golden years that can appreciate the glorious life-like sound that only vinyl brings to the table.  Sucks to be me I guess.  Cheers. 

@jl35 would you please cite sources for your research? I'd be interested to read whatever article (or articles) that information was derived from. 

- vinyl by a long shot

- few pops and crackles for me, even those 60 years old 

   - I take care of my LPs

   - I have quality vinyl playback equipment 

- yes, it sounds more alive than digital 

- I wrote previously about vinyl as a sacred ritual practice