- I buy physical media because streaming screws over the artists and only lines the wallets of the streaming companies.
- I buy physical formats because I like to own something, and also appreciate the physical design. If available, I get the special physical edition, signed covers, etc.
- I buy CDs if the work is not available on vinyl.
- I buy cassettes if that is the only physical format.
- I buy files if that is the only format.
- All CDs are digitized and on a Roon server.
- I have a few records, including some new pop/rock, that are not available on streaming (e.g., Videotraum's "Ebbe//Flut"). I don't want to be limited to what I listen by what is available on a streaming platform.
Why Do ~You~ Still Play CDs?
I'm curious why you still play CDs in the age of streaming. I recently got back into CD listening and I'm curious if your reasons align with mine, which are:
- Enjoying the physical medium—the tactile nature of the case, the disc, the booklet, etc.
- Forcing myself to actually listen to an album, versus being easily distracted by an algorithm, or "what's next" in my playlist.
- Actually owning the music I purchase, versus being stuck with yet another monthly subscription.
Others?