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Go analog or upgrade digital

I have put my system together with the plan of adding a turntable and an audiophile computer based source eventually. I am about ready to audition turntables and can muster about 5K for an analog setup, have had my eye on the WTL Amadeus. My system components Ayon CD2, Shindo Auriegis MM, Genesis M60 monoblocs, Genesis 7.1c speakers and S4/8 sub.
Some reviews and posts have opined that very good digital AyonCD2 or high end the CD5 compares very well with analog. With my system and budget of 5K for a complete analog set up do you think I will be able to obtain better sound than the CD2? Another option sell the CD2 and the Shindo and purchase an Ayon CD5
and forgo analog. ( I think my head is going to explode)
jazzybs
dan_ed
2,451 posts
 
Are you willing to work for great sound from vinyl? It isn't a "chore", but it does require more attention than digital to keep things sounding great.
audiofeil
4,011 posts
 
If your budget is $5K, be prepared to spend more than you expect to spend.

That's how vinyl plays out for most folks.
jazzybs OP
28 posts
 
Thanks for all the input.
Dev- Reading your perspective has helped lessen the angst about taking the plunge

Dan_ed , Audiofel, One part of this hobby I enjoy is the applied physics that is learned and atttention to detail that can make a difference. Financially I hope that with my budget I can be satisfied for awhile with my setup and upgrade at a slow sane pace.I have dropped a fair amount this year, and would like to control audio induced OCD.
Your points are well taken.

Win I will do that, I have a good desktop system Cain&Cain and checked out some YouTube of Bill Evans and Art Tatum I will try it on the main system also.
mikesmith
28 posts
 
Second that. Also, be prepared to spend more than you thought you would have to for well recorded, nicely pressed vinyl. In my opinion, vinyl is well worth the effort,both sonically, and in terms of the satisfaction it can bring you in other ways.
peterayer
1,373 posts
 
I think it basically comes down to how big a vinyl collection one has and if he/she enjoys the music in that collection. Vinyl is a big commitment and expense to do well, though it's rewards can be great. If I had a good and large LP collection, I would go analog and not upgrade my digital. If I had no LPs, I would go hi-rez digital and save the money and hassle of vinyl.
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