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I don't buy vinyl, because a) they are incredibly heavy and take up far more room in large quantities, b) they damage easily leading to more pops and scratches
by slothtrop 6y ago
I don't buy vinyl, because a) they are incredibly heavy and take up far more room in large quantities, b) they damage easily leading to more pops and scratches when playing (check out used vinyl in stores, see for yourself), c) they don't sound better (unless the mastering on a version of the disc has poor DR, but better versions are usually out there), d) they are more expensive. Discs are a more optimal way for me to collect, though I rarely do so and opt for digital purchases more often.
- sjm 6y agoEverything you said is true, but for collecting vinyl seems superior to me because disc rot is basically unavoidable, whereas well cared for records can last over a hundred years (maybe more?)
- slothtrop 6y agoIt's hard to predict. There have been improvements since the first generation "bronzed" CDRs such that they won't deteriorate as nearly as quickly. Most of mine will stay stored in their cases the majority of the time. I don't see my small collection as an appreciating asset so if it only lasts my lifetime, fine.