I have a handful of friends that are making a retro journey back to vinyl as a source medium. As an engineer who understands the technical limitations of that medium I see the limitations such as dynamic range, limited frequency response and much higher noise floor, not to mention the clicks and pops keeping me from making the big leap backwards.
At least one of my friends, who is a vinyl affectionado believes that spending tons of $$ on a modern day turntable, cartridge, and associated equipment will overcome the limitations of the medium. I say, bull....there is no way to turn a duck into a swan, no matter how many $$ you throw at it.
I claim that the renewed interest in vinyl is just an indication of the industry's desire to move forward, no new medium to focus on, lack of satisfaction with SACD and DVDA, and desire on the part of manufacturers to find another revenu stream.
I'm curious for the input of people here. What are your thoughts.
At least one of my friends, who is a vinyl affectionado believes that spending tons of $$ on a modern day turntable, cartridge, and associated equipment will overcome the limitations of the medium. I say, bull....there is no way to turn a duck into a swan, no matter how many $$ you throw at it.
I claim that the renewed interest in vinyl is just an indication of the industry's desire to move forward, no new medium to focus on, lack of satisfaction with SACD and DVDA, and desire on the part of manufacturers to find another revenu stream.
I'm curious for the input of people here. What are your thoughts.
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