Analog vs. CDP: A fair comparison?

I got back into analog a few months ago on a lark after buying 8 used LPs at an antique store. As many posts have pointed out, it is easy to underestimate the investment and effort required. I wish I had bought my RCM up front, and at some point will need to acquire a phono stage. Also, although there is an abundance of inexpensive vinyl, the specific stuff most of us really want is expensive. Once you get past those issues, it is a really fun and enjoyable way to enjoy music. My LP collection is now healthy and growing every week. I spent roughly the same amount on my TT/ARM/Cart as my CDP and believe that it is better - but not like sell the CDP altogether better. From what you've described I think it would be a lot of fun for you too. Maybe sell the Cary CDP and get a Jolida 100 level player and invest the difference in the TT set-up. Best of luck.

You sound like a collector rather than a user. IMHO go for it! You will get much more fun from a turntable - there is more to play with and all the bits that do the work are externally visible and which you can proudly operate.

I know people who do this with wine...they enjoy collecting, decanting and all the paraphenalia with wine. To each his own.

Me I enjoy the act of consumption...wine never lasts long at home as we go through a bottle each day...it is the same with music, art, books and beer.

My delight is not in an audio shrine with everything on display and in its place...it is in the sound. Check out my system and you will see that I am absolutely serious....nothing is visible and displayed in an ostentatious manner....even the speakers are hidden!

I think there are two forms of audiophile; The Collector and the Hedonist!

Thanks Pawlowski for answering my question. I admit I can't advise you because I can't understand you. So carry on reading, being "hands-on", and trying new things (buying and selling music you don't like, buying and selling gear that you do). I wish you nothing but fun.

Thanx Zaikesman for what I think sounds like a left-handed well wish.

Back-handed. I have nothing against my left-handed brothers :-)