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Reply #60 posted 07/06/16 8:06am

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KlyphIsBackAgain said:



Replica said:


TrivialPursuit said:



Aren't all the analog qualities preserved in the final digital file? I'm assuming they are, as long as the digital file isn't altered or EQ'd as well.



That's what I was thinking too. However, it's quite possible they made a mix that was meant for playing in cars, laptops and earplugs. I highly doubt it though. Dangelo never really needed to reach the mainstream that way.




They are presevered. The whole "pressed from digital files" thing is another in a long list of things audiophiles like to argue about but really has no real world significance. Digital in itself does not have a "sound".

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True. It's a myth. But because of how they handle the digital format in the mastering process, we often end up with bad sound. Analog however adds something to the sound, as the whole process is entirely physical. The vinyl also has a limited frequency range. Still because of how cds and digital releases often are mastered, and the feel of smelling and holding that vinyl, I choose vinyl when it's an album I love at least.
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Reply #61 posted 07/06/16 8:07am

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gollygirl said:

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gollygirl said: I'm happy to help with research I did on turntables. And regarding Prince and where to start, the reissue campaign going on right now should keep prices for his main albums reasonable.

Thank you - I am looking for something that is a complete thing - Turntable, CD, and Flac player if such a beast? I live in a small townhouse so space is a premium and I cant wind the wick up too much anyway - but I do love clarity.....I have to look for something soon I think .....




Historically, multi-format players are of lesser quality than individual units. Since the whole point of listening to vinyl is quality, I'd avoid any such player even if you can find one.



Do you have a DVD or Bluray player? If so, then you already have a CD player.

Are you using a computer to post here? If so, just download a good FLAC player.

Now all you need is the turntable... wink


Yes I have come to the same conclusion. But don't you still need speakers? I think I will need to look around at the options. I just discovered I can pair my MacBook to my sound bar audio system so that's covered for my flac
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Make sure you have a good DAC to run between your MacBook and sound bar, unless your sound bar has one built in. It will boost the sound nicely. I like the Nuforce UDAC. I think it's up to version 3 now? It also serves as a nice headphone amp, so bonus!
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Reply #62 posted 07/06/16 8:35am

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I have an Audio Technica bluetooth model turntable, which I currently run through my Sony soundbar. Sounds fantastic! Same warmth of sound that vinyl provides. Quite happy with the setup actually. Very clean and simple...smile

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