If I had the same song on a CD, a download and streaming I would likely prefer them in that order. If I had my eyes closed I would have to be very attentive to pick which is which.
Downloads Versus Streaming
Hi Again,
I’ve been streaming Qobuz through my Bryston Pi to my Ayre QB9 Twenty. Despite being told that streaming quality is every bit as good sounding as my local library on an external SSD, my ears tell me otherwise. Even at higher bit rates and resolutions. Yes, a better streamer and/or tweaks and upgrades would have effective results, at this stage I believe I’m better off with downloads. I’m just wondering what you folks out there have experienced regarding this matter and what you’ve done to make improvements.
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@kota1 really, that close comparatively. My streaming sounds a bit thinner and brighter. There’s also more distortion. |
@goofyfoot I do have a disc spinner (Sony UHPH1 Universal player) that is very good to my ear. I think it may just nostalgia on my part or it could be the ripping process I use is less than perfect |
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