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Well, it is difficult to see the pearl when the water is so muddied, I agree. Let me clarify, without

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In Reply to: RE: I question the premise posted by John Marks on April 22, 2014 at 09:39:43

(hopefully) stirring too much, myself.
On a SOTA vinyl system, listen to recordings renowned for their high fidelity (may as well used archaic terminology).
On a SOTA digital-based system, listen to (similarly lauded) recordings produced and played back using the highest resolution technology now available.
(Yes, this isn't scientific, but--- as you point out--- it's all subjective, anyhow).
To those that have done this, which do you prefer? Since most of us have only one truly high-end system, which would you (meaning not just you but those who have experienced them both) prefer to own and live with?

Edits: 04/22/14

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You should ask... - mkuller 16:25:35 04/22/14 (4)
...Mr. Fremer what his comparisons have shown.
- RE: You should ask... - Ozzie 18:12:13 04/22/14 (2)
  He should ask you, Mikey, an ex reviewer yourself. Oh, wait, you don't listen to LPs.
  - Nor do I... - mkuller 18:47:35 04/22/14 (1)
    ...have any interest in anything with resolution above Redbook CD.
    
    It's good enough and I have no interest in recreating my music library again.
    
    Which is why SACD failed and most likely the future for hi res downloads.
    - RE: Nor do I... - Ozzie 11:21:51 04/23/14 (0)
      I trust a good part of you reasoning is the magic those 250s put into the music.
      
      I hear you about not wanting to replace each record with the latest / greatest recording. I'd much prefer to buy something I don't have yet. Ordered the Clifford Browne disc that was discussed up thread. Great songs, and of course Brownie. Absolute sound quality be darned.
- My query wasn't limited. He's invited, of course, to weigh in. If you know him, please pass the request along. - tinear 17:34:48 04/22/14 (0)
  And, thanks.

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