Does Age Matter?


Having read and contributed to several threads on the digital vs analog controversy I developed a nagging itch that suggested it is older people that prefer analog and younger people digital. If this is the case than there is most definitely a nostalgic element to that opinion. Perhaps we can answer that question. I will go first. Please do not ruminate on the differences. Age and preference, digital, analog or both! We'll tally the results at the end. 

I am 67 and like Both analog and digital.
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I'm pushing 63 and I prefer vinyl. I like the analog crosstalk and holding my music. To each his/her own I feel. :) 
65 yo. Digital only, since 5 years. No place for a TT and record collection in the living room. 

Old 90th analogue system in basement waiting for my retirement in spring to setup and revive. Had a long period of no time and interest in audiophile stuff. Looking forward to play some of my old records again, but do not expect it to beat my digital setup.

My digital use is via Roon, Qobuz streaming for exploring, and download or CD ripped for keepers, no CD-Player. Invested into high quality digital components which make digital really sing. 

My experience is, that high resolution media is not as important as really good gear. Ripped CDs can be fantastic. Of course, my DXD files (24bit 352.8 kHz) recorded with single stereo microphone are the best imaginable ... getting those at NativeDSD.com

In my opinion and experience, just comparing CDs played on a CD-Player to vinyl is not a valid comparison for digital versus analogue.
68 years old for another few weeks. I’m getting to prefer CD’s due to convenience, availability at reasonable cost, and the great sound of many jazz reissues and remasters. I’ve been wondering too how much being acclimated to the sound of vinyl plays into makes it sound so natural to me, and cd’s harsher sounding.

Mike

47 and I like both, but prefer vinyl for serious listening.

That being said, probably listen to digital 80% of the time due to circumstance and the fact that a lot of the music I like isn't even available on vinyl.

Also love streaming services for creating custom playlists and discovering new music.