Explain Digital Basics to an Analog person


I don't understand the pieces of a Digital system. However, I would like to build one. What components do I need?

Goals
Record hi-resolution digital from LPs.
Play CDs (Redbook, SACDs)
Play hi-resolution digital files from a computer through my stereo.
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Goals
Record hi-resolution digital from LPs.
Play CDs (Redbook, SACDs)
Play hi-resolution digital files from a computer through my stereo

Buy the new Tascam DA-3000. Record your vinyl in DSD (DSF) format, then transfer the files to a computer. Find a good DAC that can accept DSD from the computer, and you are done. :-)

Best wishes,
Alex Peychev
APL Hi-Fi
That is a show stopper for me in converting to DSD. Did I miss software that is out there?

The only solution will be converting DSD to PCM (352.8kHz), take out the pops and clicks and convert back to DSD. But, IMO, any processing will alter the sound quality, so it is much better to clean your LPs and just record them to DSD. With little pops and clicks it will be exactly the same as you were listening to the vinyl. :-)

Best,
Alex Peychev