classical music source

What source do you prefer? Cd player/hi res download/ipod, vs LP/analog? I need some guidance, don't want to use both.

counterpointsa1209-01-2014 10:25pm

schubert Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 7,386 posts 09-05-2014 at 08:54pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The knocks on vinyl are true, not many classical works have an obligato for ticks and pops. That said, a good record on a well-set up TT, something as lowly as a Project Carbon Debut with an acrylic platter, Project speedbox, Ortofon blue replacement stylus for the red or A Nagoka MP-2-300 will sound more realistic than any CD or download at any price.
schubert Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 7,386 posts 09-08-2014 at 03:10pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Perhaps where you live makes a difference. Here in Twin Cities there are MANY places to hunt vinyl and more classical fans than most American cities. Per-capita probably any American city. I am happy to buy 10 used records and keep only one or two.