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Sound Quality of red book CDs vs.streaming

I’ve found that the SQ of my red book CDs exceeds that of streaming using the identical recordings for comparison. (I’m not including hi res technology here.)
I would like to stop buying CDs, save money, and just stream, but I really find I enjoy the CDs more because of the better overall sonic performance.
 I stream with Chromecast Audio using  the same DAC (Schiit Gumby) as I play CDs through.
I’m wondering if others have had the same experience
rvpiano

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rvpiano

Nice! I am auditioning cabling to round out my system.
The Audio journey has been an outstanding experience.

Happy Listening!
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rvpiano

any new gear in 2021 ?

Happy Listening!
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rvpiano
finally going to complete my system. I enjoyed an audition with Pass Labs X-150.8 power amp earlier this week.  Considering cabling and pre-amp options now.  I will keep you posted.  Happy Listening!
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rvpiano
any new gear headed your way in 2019?  Happy Listening!
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rvpiano

Thank You for sharing your point of view on the whole dedicated player vs. music server/streamer.  Keep 'em spinning.

Happy Listening!
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audioengrI enjoy reading your posts for the most part. I do not see your gear listed nor pics in Virtual Systems?  Happy Listening!
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lalitknot at all...
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rvpiano
stick with your dedicated cd player. Streaming...etc., still has a long way to go, IMO.  Happy Listening!
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