Donbellphd, I understand your logic. I have three thoughts. One your assumption may be incorrect about direct to digital. Two, even if true, the dac used may be superior to those in homes. Third, analog transfer even from digitally recorded records may be superior to dacs.
Even with top vinyl and digital sources, there is a less synthetic sound that you get with vinyl. I always know even apart from pops and clicks which is digital and which is vinyl. I want to prefer digital as it is easier to deal with.
Even with top vinyl and digital sources, there is a less synthetic sound that you get with vinyl. I always know even apart from pops and clicks which is digital and which is vinyl. I want to prefer digital as it is easier to deal with.

