Would vinyl even be invented today?

Ok ... not a technical response, but how do you factor in the album cover pics on old vinyl. I have a bunch of Linda Ronstadt LPs from the 70s and I still have a crush on her ... from the old days. I also have a CD re-issue of one of her old LPs ... it's just not the same.

I concede that the quality of some digital formats may exceed the playback quality of LPs (no ticks, pops and hissing), but ... modern turntables are just so much better than the junk that was on the market in the 60s and 70s. I think my hot-rodded VPI Classic 2.75 does a great job playing back my old vinyl.

Ok ... maybe not as clean as my CDs, but really well done. Still a great musical experience. Just my humble opinion.

Happy Holidays to all of my Audiogon pals!!

Cheers,

BIF

Zd542 .... maybe using the phrase "ironically cool" does not reflect the motivation of many. In my case, I bought a 1st generation VPI Classic 1 and DIY "modded" it to near Classic 3 performance.

Specifically, I switched out the tonearm/wand assembly to the Classic 3 version. I also switched out the 600 rpm motor to the Classic 3 300 rpm motor. Also bought the periphery ring and SS clamp. In truth, the biggest change was realized from just switching out the wand. The other changes were no big deal ... but fun.

I like fiddling with the tonearm azimuth, VTA "on-the-fly" tower and VTF adjustments.

I'm glad that I have both vinyl and CDP capabilities. Sometimes I just feel like laying back to listen to my CDP. That way no getting up to fiddle with the TT.

Happy Holidays!!

BIF