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How many of you are digital only systems?

I currently have an all digital setup, streaming and stored digital files and ripped CD’s on my Innuos Zen mkIII via Chord Qutest to a PrimaLuna EVO 400i. I have been contemplating adding analog to my system, like a Clearaudio concept table. I am NOT hear to debate which one is better, so please don’t turn it into that, I understand the differences. How many of you are digital only? If you listen to digital as well, please tell me why. Is it because of sonic qualities or just the nostalgic reasons of spinning vinyl. I just don’t know if I want a turntable because it would be new gear to play with or if I think it has sonic qualities that I am missing with digital. I would have to buy new vinyl as I really only have a few of my albums from when I was teenager in the 80’s. Maybe I should just put the money towards upgrading digital components, even though I love my Qutest/Zen combo, I could move up in their line?? Am I missing something truly special in the audio world if I’m all digital? Thanks for your thoughts 
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vinpic
34 posts
 
80% digital growing to 100% since the acquisition of the Grimm MU1 streamer and the Mola Mola Tambaqui DAC. This combo is the first to have me completely fulfilled on the digital experience (a significant step up from Lumin & Denafrips gear)
pennpencil
118 posts
 
100% digital. Recently found out that Apple lossless sounds as good as Tidal on my system and for half the price. Now, I can listen to 70 million songs. Problem is, I don't like 69.9 million of them. :-)  But who is counting?
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marcoklobas
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Digital only sources here.

If I had money (and space) I’d consider to add a reel to reel player, though. It’s a fascinating machine.

Nothing against analog. I’d like open reel tapes had the same success as vinyls are having now to make them a little more "affordable" and to see new tape productions grow.
cat_doorman
237 posts
 
I go through the same mental exercise once in a while wondering how much it would cost to equal my digital setup with analog. Then I remember how distracting I personally find the clicks and pops from vinyl, and that no matter how transcendent analog can be, I probably still wouldn’t be able to enjoy it.
You might look at some of the next tier R2R DACs or maybe an M-Scalar. As much as I love my Qutest I know it can be bettered or improved. As hard as it might be for some to accept, I don’t think analog is for everyone.
richtruss
163 posts
 
After my streaming setup way surpassed the sound quality of my Mobile Fidelity Ultradeck and Goldnote PH10/PSU10 combo, I sold it all. A faff not needed.
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