Has anyone been able to define well or measure differences between vinyl and digital?


It’s obvious right? They sound different, and I’m sure they measure differently. Well we know the dynamic range of cd’s is larger than vinyl.

But do we have an agreed description or agreed measurements of the differences between vinyl and digital?

I know this is a hot topic so I am asking not for trouble but for well reasoned and detailed replies, if possible. And courtesy among us. Please.

I’ve always wondered why vinyl sounds more open, airy and transparent in the mid range. And of cd’s and most digital sounds quieter and yet lifeless than compared with vinyl. YMMV of course, I am looking for the reasons, and appreciation of one another’s experience.

johnread57

Showing 1 response by polksrs

Have you ever asked yourself if you could get another over analytical answer than you can possibly receive on this forum? I would say absolutely not!
 

Which sounds better to YOU! Why do we seem to think we need some long overly technical explanation of why one form of audio sounds better than another. Its your system. Its your room and Environment. Its your ears. 
 

Just listen to what sounds best to YOU! Relax and enjoy your hobby. Listen to the music my friend🥳