MissingCDs and records

@rvpiano Fully understand what you are saying. It's great to take a record out of its sleeve  I also have a high end streamer and a dac, which sonically outperform everything in my huge collection of LPs and CDs. But also, the other day I was preparing to sell old 1970s audio gear which i still had somewhere in the attic. Playing an LP from that period sounded 'just right'. It sounded not high-end, but simply how I still had it in my mind.

I miss the album artwork. Looking at it while the music is playing was a great experience.

I'm all streaming now which is really convenient but I sure do miss the LPs.

Hope all goes well with your recovery.  There is something special about owning and playing physical music.  I find it’s what I grew up with and adapting to change can be hard but and I’m starting to enjoy the benefits of changing to streaming like I did when I moved from albums and CDs to the iPod.  It’s a great time to love and play music whenever and wherever you want.  

When I pull out an old LP, it is so much more than just the music. I can remember when and where I bought it. I can remember great times with friends listening to our favorites. The upgrades over the years were so much fun. I brought an advertisement to my friends house circa 1980. The ad claimed that the turntable (Thorens?) made the coins on Pink Floyds "Money" sound more jangly. Everyone laughed. One month later my buddy bought a VPI turntable. We're still at it! Keep listening people! 

A labour of love. Best to keep all listening options open for maximum flexibility and enjoyment.

I still have about 8400 pieces of music (LPs and CDs), Tidal and Roon. This way, I can enjoy the laziness of streaming along with the more tactile experience of physical medium.

I still enjoy the thrill of searching for and finding gems at record shows or even at the local thrift store. Hobby? Addiction? Whatever, because it is harmless and enjoyable.😀🎶🎼🎵😀

Good luck with the hip surgery.