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What percentage of digital vs. analog?

To those who have large classical record collections, what percentage of the time do you spend listening to your records?
Most, but not all, classical analog recordings are available with streaming. (I can’t speak for other genres.) Do you find that records generally sound better? I know there are audiophile record pressings that are exceptional. Also many older recordings from the 60s and 70s are unmatched.
But it seems to me that, at least in classical which I mostly listen to, digital sounds at least as good or better.
So, do you listen to records for sentimental reasons?

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I would say 95~98% of my classical listening (which is the majority genre I listen to) is on vinyl.


I have some wonderful classical selections on digital (CD and streaming) as well, but I do prefer music on my vinyl rig. Most of my classical LP’s are 40-60 years old, and some are incredibly recorded.

I will admit though, that many new classical releases are primarily only available in digital format, and some of the new recordings are stellar. Although the new releases available on vinyl, and I have purchased on vinyl, are incredibly satisfying on my vinyl rig vs CD or digital streaming service.

It simply comes down to a subjective preference. To me, the LP presentation is simply more natural, it’s ‘organic’ and ‘moves’ unlike digital.

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