I Sold my CD Player!!! Streaming sounds so incredible!!!
Several years ago, was the very first time I had the opportunity to hear a very high end, high quality, streaming audio system. Once I heard it, I was smitten, and I knew right then and there that this was me all the way!!! I was absolutely blown away by the handy convenience of the little iPad (or cell phone) used as remotes to control the otherworldly access to a virtual ocean of music via Tidal, Qobuz or downloads. I immediately recognized this new technology as the future of my own audio system, especially with all the new hi rez stuff out there that was now made available. I gave up vinyl when CD came on the scene (yes, I'm an old guy), and, now, perhaps, it would be finally time to retire my beloved CD player. Long story short: What put my streaming audio system over the top, as far as sound quality is concerned, was the assemblage of these core streaming devices-----( #1) A superb DAC, by Ayre Acoustics QX-5 Twenty streaming DAC (#2) An outstanding music server, by Roon Nucleus Plus (#3) An outstanding Audio Switch, by Pakedge Devices (#4) Excellent Ethernet Cables, by Shunyata Sigma. I also utilize numerous other tweaks and filters that further purify the streaming audio signal within my room and audio system. At this juncture in life, I am just mesmerized by the combination of sound quality and convenience that I get through my streaming audio system. I'm also happy and pleased to report that, I don't miss my old beloved CD player one bit. Happy listening.
When you guys loose your renting service/sitting without internet, I can still stream all the thousands of files (that I permanently own) from my nas through the local LAN. (na na na boo boo) |
Here's a great article from someone who knows over at Audiophilestyle.com. When taking the dive into streaming and storage, please be aware of the maintenance involved. Good discussion in the comments section as well. All the best, |
New music doesn't appeal to me, so that aspect of streaming is a non-starter. I like having the physical disc in my possession and not have to fool around with some app on my phone. The services with quality audio cost too much. And, frankly, have never been that impressed with the sound of streaming, even on high-quality systems. I'll stick to my vinyl and CD's, thank you very much. |
I abandoned hard media a few years ago and never looked back. Very happy with the sound, convenience, and ability to access new music. I’m over 70 and when I was young the radio was a viable source of exposure to new music and if I liked something, I went out and bought the album. Music on the radio is now for the most part, unappealing to me, so streaming is the main the way for me to discover new artists and music I like. Love that! Also, no one has brought up the manufacture and distribution of CD and vinyl. Not a very environmentally friendly process compared to streaming, I suspect.
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Umm, the costs may not be what you think they are..
Those carbon footprints for CDs and Vinyl are for the manufacturing process and are a one time thing. Streaming continuously adds to it. See here, and here for more info. All the best, |
