If you can do a comparison you'll hear the difference between an analog & digital rig. No need to take anybody's word for anything. Iftheclicks & pops don't bother you, you'll get more of everything good sonically. DO NOT take my word for it, listen for yourself. I have both. In terms of digital, I've a Merdian 808. Any 800 series Meridian - go for at least a mark IV (or any later replacements) you can find used will have the lack of harshness (& plenty of resolution) you're after. It still won't have all the resolution & more of a decent analog rig but it''ll be plenty good (interconnect & power cables are important, however). That is an absolute guarantee, but again take my word for none of it. Listen for yourself & all will be more than clear.
Worth pursuing analog sound from digital?
Hi all,
I recently acquired a PS audio Nuwave dac which has eliminated most of the digital harshness compared with my old dac but it's still not as smooth and harsh-free like vinyl. I was wondering if it's worth pursuing that analog sound from digital without spending a fortune and if it's even possible. I know lots of digital lovers will say digital can be as good as vinyl but is it really?
I recently acquired a PS audio Nuwave dac which has eliminated most of the digital harshness compared with my old dac but it's still not as smooth and harsh-free like vinyl. I was wondering if it's worth pursuing that analog sound from digital without spending a fortune and if it's even possible. I know lots of digital lovers will say digital can be as good as vinyl but is it really?