Welcome aboard the CD train. I have a AR refCD7 that i still use a lot. Recently got a DCS Bartok to take me into the realm of streaming. I find that I prefer the sound of cd's to most of the hi rez on Qobuz but not always- for instance, to my ears, most Allman Bros versions sound better streamed. I highly encourage you to order a copy of Rupa and the April Fishes "este mondo". It is one of the finest recordings I own and I find the music very interesting too. "trouble" is a great reference recording. The CD version is particular ambient. Leonard Cohen's "ten new songs" is another one with similar characteristics. Happy listening!
What CDs to buy
I never thought I would get a CD player but opportunity knocked a couple months ago and here I am with an Audio Research CD6. All my CDs from 30 years ago are mostly music I no longer listen to much. I primarily listen to vinyl and stream but thought it would be cool to have an AR top loader and maybe seek out a few special CDs. Any thoughts on specific CD releases that will give me some renewed respect for the shiny discs?