That would depend on the eventual bit-depth I suppose. Maybe there is some micro-smoothing function on these new-fangled machines-of-the-future that will bring

That would depend on the eventual bit-depth I suppose. Maybe there is some micro-smoothing function on these new-fangled machines-of-the-future that will bring a new type of listening. It's not just the listening itself that gives pleasure to listening on vinyl, it's the sitting next to a turntable alone or with a small group of friends choosing tracks and have a physical connection to the source of audio. Also, with vinyl you can always listen to your music without requiring electricity should you find yourself with only a needle, turntable and large sheet of paper.