Cd storage / backup

Hey All

I’m new to the forums. So - hello!
I personally have trepidation putting the master cd in a spindle. That might not be the best look. There is a high propensity they might get scratched. Yes I’m a firm believer in Murphy’s Law. 
My collection of cd’s probably averages 400 plus. 
I have purchased the booklets too store the cd and liner notes. The jewel cases neatly go in my closet. The cardboard sleeves are carefully placed in a credenza. I could not fathom selling my collection. Too much research. Definitely a emotional connection here. Though your mileage may vary. 

I’ve ripped most of my collection on a 2 terabyte SSD MacBook Pro. The laptop feeds the DAC via a mid range usb. The DAC preamp jumps to a integrated amp. All hardwired. Wireless is the future. I’m just not there yet 

I hope this info helped. - I’m still new to the crossover of laptop/servers as well. I think eventually I’ll go for the “Channel D - Pure Music” software  for Mac OS. 

Best of luck!!!

J

@gdhal 

Thank you for the welcome !!
I concur a 100% with your prior post. 

The reason I ripped practically my entire collection is because It was growing very rapidly. The second factor - As you mentioned. The more one plays a cd One is cruising to a slow death. 
By purchading a 2 terabyte, I knew I was off to a good start. 

Ideally I would want to burn the master the first time, then store it. I have a hunch this forum listens to some low key music, as well as the classics. 

I know now for a fact regarding many cds in my personal collection as well as members in this forum will never see the material repressed, streamed,  or cross over to a digital download. 

Hence. Preservation, and the convenience factor of going through a digital library saves time, etc. I’m sure you have heard all of these mentions before. 

Though——

By keeping the cds in a booklet. Carefully  stored. The chances of any damage is minuscule imo. That’s my inherent goal.

Friday!! Enjoy.