Vinyl vs. CD


Hey out there,I've been listening to a high quality CD playback system for the past couple years and have recently become interested in going to turntable rig.(I still have an LP collection).I have a quality tube pre with phono and decided to buy an inexpensive turntable to spin some of my old favorites (Rega 2 with grado silver) I had no pre-conceived notion of what would sound better,I just remember the enjoyment I got from playing Hendrix, Rolling Stones ect.on an a good ole' record player.After listening to the Rega for a few days I switched back to CD's (Meridian 500 trans 566/24 dac)and found that the remastered CD issues of the same LP's sounded alot better.Must I drop several K's to experience "Vinyl Dreams" ?
mar00
Hey Carl_eber, have you tried those Radio Shack flat speaker cables yet? I've only compared then to lamp cord and original Monster, but they're the greatest! Haha, I love all you guys.
Have we forgotten that Mar00 has posted a legitimate question concerning his choices in playback? It would be informative to all of us if we could respond with hard, clear information as to how to improve our systems. Many of you have experiences that are valuable. Any chance of airing these treasures of knowledge without the personal attacks? Also, the ancient rule of avoiding Politics and Religion is valid. Either subject is bound to stir controversy and problems. Certainly I have my opinion, and plan to voice my choice on election day, and leave Audiogon to the pursuit of music. I believe a tiny amount of respect for other members choices will allow the postings to remain on subject. If you disagree, attacks on others members will neither change their mind, nor will it encourage others to share their information. I believe that others at this site are in need of better sound, just as I am.
Albertporter - can you please post everywhere that I read online? Sedond & Carl - I've read and enjoyed posts from both of you, but exchanges such as these really should be kept to e-mail correspondance.
Must agree with Albert. Once you've heard correcly set up Analog, be it LP or tape, there isn't much choice. Digital is getting better, but I won't be giving up my vinyl, this time.